Cosmiques ridge climb from Aiguille du Midi in Chamonix-Mont Blanc

Join Daniel, an IFMGA-certified mountain guide, for this unforgettable 1-day mountaineering adventure along Cosmiques ridge. Nestled in between Mont Blanc and Aiguille du Midi, enjoy some of the best climbing and views available in Chamonix.

Private

Alps

1 Day

Aug

High

Intermediate

Highlights

Enjoy the stunning scenery of the French Alps.
Get some of the best views of Mont Blanc on earth.
Enjoy an eclectic variety of rock and ice climbing along the way.

Description

Tucked in between the majestic Aiguille du Midi and iconic Mont Blanc, the Cosmiques ridge is a classic alpine climb that combines stunning beauty with the perfect challenge!

Beginning first thing in the morning, we will catch a cable car up to the summit of Aiguille du Midi and begin our approach. The adventure begins with a short glacier hike of about 20 to 30 minutes before we get onto the ridge proper.

Once on the ridge, we will spend the next several hours climbing up granite slabs and scaling icy couloirs, all while surrounded by towering peaks. We will finish off the day by returning to Aiguille du Midi and taking the cable car back down.

None of the climbing is overly technical – making the trip appropriate for novice-level mountaineers – but it is diverse and tough enough to keep more advanced mountaineers happy as well.

One of the many highlights of the trip is the stunning views that we will get from all along the ridge, some of which are considered the best in the entire Chamonix valley.

We will have a front row seat to see the sun rise over the Alps and get some incredible views of Mont Blanc with the sun shining directly on it, the perfect conditions for out-of-this-world photographs.

So what are you waiting for? Book now for this unforgettable 1-day traverse of the Cosmiques ridge from Aiguille du Midi!

If you like the look of this trip then I also think you may enjoy my 2-day mountaineering trip up to the summit of Grossglockner in Austria!

Price includes

Guiding fee

Equipment you will need to bring

Crampons

Harness

Water bottle

Backpack

Helmet

Sunglasses

FAQs

What are some recommended accommodations near our adventure location?

We understand that finding the perfect place to stay is an essential part of your adventure experience. To help you with this, we’ve curated a list of three highly recommended hotels that offer comfort, convenience, and a touch of local charm. These accommodations are well-suited for adventurers looking to relax and rejuvenate after an exciting day of exploration

Campanile Annecy Centre Gare Annecy France

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Hôtel des Alpes Annecy France

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ibis Annecy Centre Vieille Ville Annecy France

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About the guide

E-S Adventure Guides

4.9

(53)

Mountain Guide

Tomas and his team of IFMGA/UIMLA-certified mountain guides & leaders and rock climbing instructors (Anna, Andrea, Elis, Enrico, Ivan, Julia, Lucia, Marika, and Oreste) are some of the top outdoor adventure professionals in Italy.

Whether you wish to climb the Gran Paradiso or go on an exciting via ferrata in the Dolomites, among other amazing options, they will be able to show you the top spots and the ropes to ensure you have an unforgettable and safe adventure.

Tomas will be your main point of contact during the booking process and will be able to help you with all the questions you have in order to make sure you receive the best possible guiding service.

Pick one of the programs featured for E-S Adventure Guides Italy and start planning an awe-inspiring experience in the mountains!

Languages

Italian | English

Certificates

UIMLA | UIAGM | IFMGA

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What people are saying about E-S Adventure Guides

Steffen

Edoardo Borello made the tour to an unforgettable beautiful event for every participant. He always acted very experienced, prudent and with great respect for the nature. It was also a pleasure for me as german to join such a warm and cheerful italian group

Jeremy

Perfect experience with a wonderful guide

Stacia

We loved our guide and our adventure. She was very accommodating to our needs and nice to be around. I would totally book with explore share again.

Joseph

We did a 1 day Ferrata with Marica. We've both never climbed a Ferrata before but we are both good hikers. We enjoyed our trip very much and you don't need to be a climber. Marica took good care of us and she is very informative with the local geography and history. We felt very safe with her. If you are traveling near the Dolomite and want to try something a bit out of your comfort zone, I highly recommend doing a ferrata especially with Marica. We did both ferrata ra gusela nuvolau and ferrata-averau. It took us about 6 hours.

Benjamin

I had a truly fantastic experience with Gabriele. He was a very experienced, careful guide. He was very considerate and encouraging and I was very fortunate to have this climbing experience.