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Rock climbing

CHAMONIX EXPERIENCE

Rock climbing

Rock climbing

CHAMONIX EXPERIENCE

Rock climbing

Greatest alpine rock climbs

Handpicked alpine rock climbs in Chamonix – from classic beginner routes to expert granite epics, all guided by UIAGM mountain guides.

Discover the Greatest Alpine Rock Climbs in Chamonix

Explore the best alpine rock climbs Chamonix has to offer, in the heart of the Mont Blanc massif. Chamonix is a world-renowned destination for high-altitude rock climbing, known for its towering granite spires, breathtaking multi-pitch routes, and legendary alpine history. Whether you’re looking to tick off some of the greatest alpine rock climbs or challenge yourself on classic lines like the climbs on the Aiguille du Midi, Grand Capucin, or Dent du Géant, this is the place for serious climbers seeking technical adventure at altitude.

Our expert UIAGM-certified guides offer tailor-made climbing itineraries for all levels—from confident intermediates to seasoned climbers ready to take on the most expert alpine rock climbs. We provide safe and professional guidance across a variety of Mont Blanc rock climbing routes, including long multi-pitch alpine rock classics and lesser-known gems. With lift access to high starting points, efficient logistics, and world-class climbing in every direction, Chamonix is your gateway to unforgettable vertical experiences.

Beginner

Discover Climbing. You have no experience in the high mountains or rock climbing. You’re comfortable walking on exposed non- technical trails (not requiring the use of the hands, or “scrambling.”) You’re looking for new challenges in steeper terrain.

Perrons de Vallorcine, Traverse (2674m)

Greatest alpine rock climbs, Beginner

A beautiful ridge climb in wild setting of the Aiguilles Rouges. It is a great option for beginners or as a preparation route for more committed high alpine itineraies (AD, 4a)

Clocher-clochetons traverse

Greatest alpine rock climbs, Beginner

This route is one of the 100 most beautiful routes in the Mont Blanc range. The rock is excellent, the climbing is steep and spectacular!

Intermediate

You have some prior experience climbing or mountaineering. You know basic techniques and basic maneuvers (belaying, rappelling, basic knots). You can follow French 5 (5.8) on rock and French AD in the high mountains.

Advanced

You have solid experience in the mountains or rock climbing. You’ve already completed multiple ascents graded French AD or harder and long, multi-pitch rock climbs. You are self sufficient with the basic equipment and safety techniques of multi pitch rock climbing. You can lead climb up to French 5 on rock/ gym and alpine routes up to French PD. You can follow up to French 6a-6b on rock and alpine routes graded French D.

Rébuffat - Baquet route, aiguille du Midi Chamex

Rebuffat – Baquet Route, Aiguille du Midi (3842m)

Greatest alpine rock climbs, Advanced

Amazing granite route 200m, TD / 6a. One day climb with easy access from the Aiguille du Midi summit station.

Bonatti Tabou, Chandelle du Tacul Chamonix Chamex

Bonatti Tabou, Chandelle du Tacul (3581m)

Greatest alpine rock climbs, Advanced

One of the best granite routes in the Mont Blanc massif. It has all the ingredients of a great day out: glacier walk with views of the Cirque Maudit, fantastic climbing and summit on a granite tower (6a–6b, TD+, 250 M).

Contamines route, Pointe Lachenal Chamonix Chamex

Contamine route, Pointe Lachenal (3613m)

Greatest alpine rock climbs, Advanced

Superb and moderately difficult rock climb on Pointes Lachenal, a steep granite wall on the famous Vallee Blanche in Chamonix.

Expert

You have accumulated a well rounded list of difficult multi-pitch rock climbs, and climb regularly at a good level. You can lead French 5+ and follow French 6b-6c. You have good rope work and safety skills (building belays, safely belaying lead climber, abseiling, etc.)