
Ice climbing in Chamonix
There are a few easily accessible ice parks in Chamonix just a 20 minute walk from the car parking and also other icefalls that need ski touring to make the approach.

Ice climbing in Cogne
The Cogne area is a paradise for ice climbers. Dozens of beautiful waterfalls get frozen in the cold months. The fact of being at the very end of the road, the access to the climbs which is moslty straightforward and the italian little town atmosphere, makes it the best choise for a ice climbing trip.

Ice climbing in Kandersteg
This little swiss town is surrounded by long and steep ice falls. In less than half an hour approach the choise is big, as well as the climbs. Not the best place if you're novice in this activity.

Cherè gulley, Triagle du Tacul
This is the classic ice gulley of Chamonix. From the midi top station is visible and not far away. In winter we usually need skis for the approach.

Vent du dragon, Aig du Midi
As we get out of the Midi lift the access to the climb is straight forward. 5 steep rappels from a terrace and we're at the base of the route. Once we are at the bottom the only way out is to climb to the top!

Rive gauche d'Argentière
This is a jewel in the heart of Grands Montets ski resort. So close from the lifts but completely hidden. And so many good options for ice, mixte, dry.. The approach is short but you need to be able to ski.

Tour d'Aï, Leysin
From the winter ski resort of Leysin this rocky mountain is so attractive. In summer there are beautiful rock routes on this perfect limestone. But in winter the mixte/frozen turf routes are less known but definitely not less beautiful.

Ice climbing course in Chamonix
A course is the best way to discover this activity or to have a refresher if you haven't practiced in a while. Possible all year round. In the winter we will choose one the Ice Parks like Bérard or la Crèmerie and in the summer we'll go to the Mer de Glace glacier.

Alpine ice / North Faces
The cold season allow us to climb on alpine ice in the high mountains. There are plenty of gulleys in the Chamonix area, although for many of them we need skis to approach. The alps are also home of mythic north faces such as Eiger, Matterhorn and Grandes Jorasses.