14 m away
Tête Rousse Hut
A challenging loop showcasing the diversity of the Mont Blanc mountain range.
Severe Hiking
- Distance
- 23 km
- Ascent
- 2.2 km
- Descent
- 2.2 km
High TMB
Chamonix
Alternative route for the TMB, sharing some paths with the original and diverging often.
Hiking Moderate
- Distance
- 159 km
- Ascent
- 11 km
- Descent
- 11 km
- Duration
- 1 day +
- Low Point
- 991 m
- High Point
- 2.9 km
- Gradient
- 16˚
This is a popular hiking route which is generally considered to be moderate. It's not remote, it features low exposure and is typically done between June and September. From a low point of 991 m to the maximum altitude of 2.9 km, the route covers 159 km, 11275 vertical metres of ascent and 11273 vertical metres of descent.
Description
Tour around the Mont Blanc Massif avoiding the crowds of the normal route. Thinked to be fully self-sufficient and not relay on the meals of the huts. It should take around 7-10 days.
Difficulty
Moderate
Hiking along trails with some uneven terrain and small hills. Small rocks and roots may be present.
Low Exposure
The path is on completely flat land and potential injury is limited to falling over.
Remoteness
Close to help in case of emergency.
Best time to visit
Features
- Historical
- Picturesque
Similar routes nearby
1 km away
Christ-Roi
Easy hike to the statue du Christ-Roi.
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 2.4 km
- Ascent
- 197 m
- Descent
- 197 m
2.1 km away
Aiguillette des Houches
A pleasant hike with views of the Mont Blanc Massif
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 9.2 km
- Ascent
- 880 m
- Descent
- 880 m
2.2 km away
Tour du Mont Blanc: Bellevue to Contamines Mont Joie
Day 2: An excellent day taking in a huge variety of views, from alpine meadows to hanging glaciers and rocky ridges.
Difficult Hiking
- Distance
- 11 km
- Ascent
- 640 m
- Descent
- 1.3 km
2.9 km away
Tour du Mont Blanc: Merlet to Bellevue
While one of the less interesting sections of the TMB, this stretch still offers a few hidden trail gems.
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 13 km
- Ascent
- 1 km
- Descent
- 723 m
4 km away
La Jonction
A famous hike which was the starting point for Jacques Balmat and Michel Paccard when they made the first ascent of Mont Blanc in 1786.
Difficult Hiking
- Distance
- 12 km
- Ascent
- 1.3 km
- Descent
- 1.3 km
5.8 km away
Tour du Mont Blanc: Brévent to Merlet
Day 1: A gentle downhill day on the sun-kissed south-facing slopes of the Brévent peak.
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 5 km
- Ascent
- 7 m
- Descent
- 998 m
5.8 km away
Tour du Mont Blanc
Circumnavigate the iconic Mont Blanc massif on this epic multi-day route.
Severe Hiking
- Distance
- 172 km
- Ascent
- 11 km
- Descent
- 11 km
6.7 km away
Lac Cornu from Planpraz
Escape the crowds at Lac Blanc by hiking to Lac Cornu instead.
Severe Hiking
- Distance
- 7.5 km
- Ascent
- 538 m
- Descent
- 538 m
6.9 km away
Grand Balcon Nord
Packed with incredible views—likely the best bang-for-your-buck hike in Chamonix!
Difficult Hiking
- Distance
- 6.2 km
- Ascent
- 186 m
- Descent
- 587 m
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