The Frison Roche route was first climbed by members of the Compagnie des Guides de Chamonix in tribute of the famous French mountain guide and writer Roger Frison-Roche. It quickly became a “not-to-missed climb” in the Aiguille Rouges Massif. With a quick access from the top of the Brévent cable car (2525m), a varied route with breathtaking views of the Mont Blanc. The local “gneiss” requires a significant climbing experience and a good flair to find the best way within the heart of the southern face of the Brévent.
The amazing dihedral of the last pitch ends close to the summit of the Brévent. Previous rock climbing experience is required: ability to climb French grade 5c/6a minimum
The group formula associates people who do not necessarily know each other. It is ideal for people looking for group friendliness and attractive prices.
Dates (group booking) : See on-line booking
Meeting point (group booking) : Your guide will call you the evening before your trip around 6.30pm to organize the meeting time and place
Guiding policy (group booking) : Group of 2 people maximum per guide
Minimum 15 years old accompanied by a parent
Price 2023 (group booking) : 215€ per person based on a minimum of 2 participants
This price includes :
- Mountain guiding services
- Lift pass
This price does not included :
- Technical equipment
- Pic nic & snacks
Group : A minimum of 2 people is required to guarantee the course
Maximum 2 people per guide
A private booking is the historical relationship that binds a guide to their clients. It allows you to be alone or in a group of friends where your guide can organise your trip to your specific needs.It is undoubtedly the ideal formula to realize your projects because it guarantees you the maximum of comfort.
Dates (private booking) : See on-line booking
Meeting point (private booking) : Your guide will call you the evening before your trip around 6.30pm to organize the meeting time and place
Guiding policy (private booking) : Between 1 - 2 people per guide
Minimum 15 years old
Price 2023 (private booking) :
Group from 1 to 2 people : 310€
The price includes :
- mountain guiding services
The price does not include :
- technical equipment
- lift passes
- picnic & snacks
In this section, find all the information about this activity. For further information, please contact our advisor.
Duration : 4 - 5 hours
Location : Starting from the Brévent lift
Ability level : The choice of destination adapted to your level is essential for you to fully enjoy your trip.
Climbing La Frison route is intended for people who already have climbing experience. Minimum climbing level 5c/6a is required (5.10).
20 minutes walk to approach.
Formality : Make sure you have valid repatriation insurance for this activity
We recommend that you take special care in choosing your equipment because it contributes greatly to the success of your trip. As alpine conditions can be highly variable with sudden changes, it can get very cold in altitude, it is preferable to have numerous layers rather than one thick piece of clothing.
Equipment
- Back pack
- Mountain boots for hiking
- Rock climbing shoes
- Harness
- Helmet
- Belaying device
- Personal anchor tether
Clothing
- Classic clothing adapted for climbing
- Windproof jacket
- A pair of thin gloves
Accessories
- A pair of sun glasses category 4
- High protection sun cream
- A water bottle that contains a minimum 1,5 L
- Snacks
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Our Equipment Partners : Millet, Dynastar, Julbo, Grivel & Monnet
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The quantity of CO2 emitted is not yet specified for this activity.
The quantity of CO2 emitted is not yet specified for this activity.
CO2 emitted per person for this activity & journey(s) = 0 kgIn order to limit global warming to +2°C by 2100, the COP-21 agreement stipulates that each human should emit no more than 2t of CO2 per year. According to the French Ministry of Ecology, today European citizens emit an average of 11t per year, and American citizens emit an average of 21t annually., or 0€ to offset.
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