Meet at the magical site of Notre-Dame de la Gorge in Les Contamines-Montjoie. The area is easily accessible, at the foot of a frozen waterfall surrounded by fir trees.
Your mountain guide welcomes you and provides the necessary equipment: helmet, harness, and ice axes. After a few explanations about how the session will unfold and a simple safety briefing — how to move on ice, hold your ice axes, and take your first steps with crampons.
With the guide’s advice, you learn to find your balance, place your ice axes, and gently climb a few meters up the wall. The main goal is to build confidence and discover the unique sensations of ice climbing: the sound of the crampons and the satisfaction of reaching the top!
Regular breaks allow you to observe, catch your breath, and enjoy the magical surroundings.
At the end of the session, a friendly debrief gives you the chance to talk about the experience and, for those who wish, prepare for a next step toward a more technical outing.
Group sessions on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays
Every day, private sessions
Directly on our website, by phone, or by email.
Maximum 6 people per guide.
You will be supervised by a mountain guide.
Accessible to anyone in good physical condition, with no prior ice climbing experience required. The activity takes place in a vertical yet secure environment, with step-by-step progression. Good mobility, comfort on snow/ice, and a sense of adventure are the key assets for fully enjoying this introductory session.
Price for the group option:
€40 per person
Price for the private option
1–6 people: €140
The price includes
The price does not include
Equipment available for rent:
Saint-Gervais : blanc-sport-saintgervais.com / unlimited-saintgervais.com
Les Contamines : intersport-lescontamines.com
Insurance is not included; you must have liability insurance to take part in these outings.
We recommend being covered by rescue, assistance, and repatriation insurance. If you do not have one, we can direct you to specialized providers (approximately €5 per day).
Equipment available for rent:
Saint-Gervais : blanc-sport-saintgervais.com / unlimited-saintgervais.com
Les Contamines : intersport-lescontamines.com
Ice climbing site at Notre-Dame de la Gorge, Les Contamines-Montjoie.
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You can call us at (+33)4 50 47 76 55.
