The day before – Welcome in Saint-Gervais
Meet at 6:30 pm at the Saint-Gervais guides’ office to meet your guide and go over the details of the climb.
Day1 – Pointe Percée ascent (2752 m) – arête du doigt
Early morning departure from Saint-Gervais to reach the Col des Annes above Le Grand-Bornand. Hike up to the Pointe Percée refuge (approximately 1h30) before continuing to the base of the ridge (1 h). The ascent begins with roped climbing, alternating rocky steps and easy climbing sections. We will reach the famous Finger, then after a rappel tackle the magnificent knife-edge section. A final steeper step marks the key passage before reaching the summit of Pointe Percée, where hikers from the normal route join. It is also possible to exit via easier chimneys, keeping this climb at a maximum difficulty of 4c. Descent via the south face on typical Aravis rocky terrain — perfect for refining alpine footwork — before returning to the refuge and then the Col des Annes.
Elevation gain: +1,200 m | Total duration: 8–9 h
The guide may modify the program depending on the weather conditions, mountain conditions, and the participants’ level.
La Pointe Percée is the iconic peak of the Aravis and its highest point. The north ridge, known as the Finger Ridge, is the most beautiful way to reach the summit and one of the finest climbs in the Aravis. It offers varied climbing on superb high-altitude limestone, including slabs, chimneys, and an impressive knife-edge ridge. Several exit variations are possible depending on skill level. This route is ideal for alpinists with prior mountain experience looking to advance on rocky terrain.
Group option: every Tuesday from 9 June to 22 September.
Private option: every day from early June to late September.
Subject to mountain conditions.
Directly on our website, by phone, or by email.
2 personnes maximum par guide. Départ assuré en collective à partir de 2 personnes. You will be guided by a high-mountain guide.
Good physical preparation is necessary for this ascent; it is intended for athletic participants with prior mountaineering and/or climbing experience.
We will be traveling on a high-mountain route, and you must be aware of the hazards associated with this activity (rockfall, occasionally difficult weather). We are available to answer any questions you may have.
Price for the group option:
€245 per person (departure guaranteed with 2 participants)
Private option prices:
1–2 people: €435
The price includes
The price does not include
Insurance is not included; you can purchase insurance online if needed.
Technical equipment
Technical equipment is available for rent from our partners:
For Saint Gervais : blanc-sport-saintgervais.com/ www.unlimited-saintgervais.com,
For les Contamines : www.intersport-lescontamines.com/
Clothing
Essential accessories
Feel free to contact us if you need advice on physical preparation, gear selection, or organizing your trip.
You will meet the guides the day before departure at the Saint-Gervais Guides Office (43 rue du Mont Blanc, 74170 Saint-Gervais), located inside the tourist office in the village center, at 6:30 p.m. Please let us know if you cannot attend; the briefing can be done by phone.
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