The day before – Arrival in Saint-Gervais
Meeting at 6:30 PM at the Saint-Gervais Guides’ Office to meet your guide and finalize preparations.
Day 1 – Conscrits Hut (2602 m)
Departure from Les Contamines-Montjoie, ascent to the Tré-la-Tête Hut for lunch.
Technical glacier exercises (snow and ice), then climb up to the Conscrits Hut. Elevation gain: +1445 m – approx. 6 hours of walking.
Day 2 – Summit of the Bérangère (3425 m)
Early start (around 5 a.m.). Ascent of the Bérangère, applying the techniques learned. On the way back, lunch at the Tré-la-Tête Hut, then descent to Les Contamines.
Elevation gain: +830 m / -2250 m – approx. 10 hours of walking.
The guides may adjust the program according to weather conditions, mountain conditions, and participants’ skill levels.
The ascent of the Bérangère is an ideal alpine adventure for discovering the high mountains over two days. Far from the lifts, this route takes place in a pristine, wild atmosphere in the heart of the Mont Blanc massif.
On the first day, you will reach the Conscrits Hut (2602 m) after a steady ascent via the Tré-la-Tête Hut. This will be an opportunity to practice snow and ice techniques, learning crampon use and glacier travel skills.
The second day is dedicated to climbing the Aiguille de la Bérangère (3425 m). You will put the previous day’s skills into practice as you cross glaciers and snow slopes. At the summit, an exceptional viewpoint opens onto the Dôme de Miage, Mont Blanc, and the Swiss Alps. A demanding, technical, and unforgettable experience.
For groups: every Sunday from mid-June to mid-September depending on conditions.
For private bookings: daily from mid-June to mid-September depending on conditions and hut availability.
Directly on our website or using the dated and signed registration form, accompanied by a 40% deposit and any optional insurance fees. The balance must be paid 60 days before departure.
Maximum 4 people per guide. Group departures are guaranteed from 3 participants. You will be supervised by a mountain guide
Very good physical preparation is necessary for this ascent; it is intended for fit and endurance-trained individuals. You will be walking for up to around 10 hours on the second day, so you must prepare by doing long-duration cardiovascular training. Endurance activities such as cycling, running, or long hikes.
Remember that for 2 days you will be hiking with an 8-kg backpack, which significantly increases the effort required, so during your training outings, practice walking with this additional weight.
You will be traveling on an unmarked high-mountain route; you must be aware of the hazards associated with this activity (rockfall, avalanches, very low temperatures).
We are available to answer any questions you may have.
Group rate:
€540 per person (departure guaranteed from 3 participants)
Private option prices:
1 participant: €1220 per person
2 participants: €710 per person
3 participants: €560 per person
4 participants: €450 per person
5 participants: €630 per person
6 participants: €560 per person
The price includes
The price does not include
Repatriation
Having “assistance–repatriation” insurance is mandatory to take part in our trips: it must cover you in high mountains for search and rescue by helicopter. If you do not have “assistance–repatriation” insurance, we can provide one at a rate of €5/day.
Cancellation
We also offer optional “cancellation” insurance at a rate of €12/day. This insurance does not take into account the sporting nature of our trips. It must be purchased at the time of registration to take effect.
As a reminder, cancellation insurance covers you from the moment you register until the start of your trip if something happens and you cannot attend. We apply cancellation fees as specified on our registration form and in our terms of sale. These fees may be reimbursed by the cancellation insurance if your reason for cancelling is covered.
If you pay by credit card, feel free to check the insurance included with it.
As a reminder, in the event of cancellation you must file your claim with the insurer within 5 days of the accident or reason for cancelling, otherwise it will not be valid (then check whether the reason for cancellation is covered).
Insurance fees are non-refundable.
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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