The day before – Arrival in Saint-Gervais
Meeting at 6:30 PM at the Saint-Gervais Guides’ Office to meet your guide and prepare for the raid.
Day 1 – Perrons Traverse
Early morning departure from Saint-Gervais to reach the Emosson dam. We quickly leave the access path to the Perrons climbing routes to ascend grassy terraces at the base of the Aiguilles du Van. A few very easy climbing moves lead to the notch separating the north and south summits of the Aiguille du Van (about 2 hours).
Then begins a long traverse, climbing and rappelling the main summits of the Perrons chain: Grand Perron, Pointe Vouilloz, and the slender Pointe de l’Ifala (4 to 6 hours).
The descent continues through alpine meadows and mixed terrain, returning to the Veudale Gorge trail and the Emosson dam.
The guides may adjust the itinerary according to the weather, mountain conditions, and participants’ abilities.
The traverse of the Perrons de Vallorcine, in the Aiguilles Rouges massif, is a mid-length rock route offering a true alpine atmosphere without excessive technical difficulty. The route follows a continuous line on solid, grippy gneiss, punctuated by short rock steps, notches, and distinctive subsidiary summits.
The ascent allows you to explore one of the most scenic areas of the Mont Blanc massif: views of the Emosson dam, the Valais peaks, and the Aiguilles Rouges. The route combines a quick approach, climbing sections in mountaineering boots (up to 4+), and varied rappels, allowing smooth progress along an aesthetic ridge.
Accompanied by a mountain guide, you will undertake a coherent traverse, ideal for those wishing to get started with long rocky routes or deepen their experience on ridge itineraries.
For groups: every Thursday from mid-June to mid-September
For private bookings: daily from mid-June to mid-September
Directly on our website, by phone, or by email.
1 guide for a maximum of 2 people. Group departures are guaranteed from 2 participants. You will be supervised by a 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; you must be aware of the hazards associated with this activity (rockfall, avalanches, sometimes harsh 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 may purchase coverage 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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