Guide to Walking the tour du mont blanc

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Who are Macs Adventure? p.2 All about the Tour du Mont Blanc p.3 Climate | Accommodation & bag transfer p.4 Travel & Planning an itinerary p.5 Complete Tour du Mont Blanc (In Comfort) p.6 Other popular itineraries p.7

Eating & Drinking on the TMB p.8 How fit do I need to be? p.9 What to pack for your TMB adventure p.10 Frequently Asked Questions p.11 Phrases for walking the TMB p.12 How to book your Tour du Mont Blanc p.13 Useful Resources p.14 #MacsMoment p.15 macsadventure.com Who are Macs Adventure?

Who are Macs Adventure?

Convenience & Peace of Mind Hello and welcome to our guide to the Tour du Mont Blanc. We arrange everything for you Since 2003, we have specialised in arranging self guided walking holidays, cycling Quality, hand picked holidays and tailor made adventures in the UK, Europe and around the world. accommodation We are delighted to have helped thousands of travellers enjoy authentic Door to door baggage transfer experiences, rewarding challenges, active adventures and relaxing breaks since Relax while we take care of your trip we started out in 2003. 24/7 Emergency telephone support The Tour du Mont Blanc is one of our most popular walking tours, and we have arranged itineraries for over 700 walkers on the trail to date.

The circuit is also a big favourite of our experienced team, and various team Tailor Made Service members have walked all or parts of the trail themselves, so we can offer first Knowleadgeable, personal advice hand experience of both of the circuit, and the accomodations along the way Choose from our extensive which we have researched carefully. range of tours To arrange a complete walking trip on the Tour du Mont Blanc contact our Start on any date specialists at [email protected], or browse our Tour du Mont Blanc itineraries on our website. Choose your ideal durations

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History The trail reaches an altitude of 2,665m macs app navigation (8,743 ft), which will not cause most people altitude sickness, but combined In 1767, Saussure undertook the first Our handy Macs Adventure App means that with the elevation gains, it does present recorded circuit of Mont Blanc. Since in addition to the printed route notes and a tough challenge. Rewards include then, the route has attracted explorers, maps that we send by post, you can also spectacular views, great camaraderie, geologists, and scientists, plus of access each route drawn on richly-detailed and of course a tremendous sense of course, many thousands of walkers mapping with your smartphone. Zoom in to achievement. and trekkers eager to take on the view the map in greater depth, and see your challenge and enjoy some of the most day’s progress as a point on the route. iconic alpine vistas in the world. navigation The app works in flight mode, meaning you The route is well marked (waymarks can get away from it all by shutting off those Route & Terrain differ slightly between each country emails and notificaitons if you choose. In but are easy to folow), however anyone fact, we recommend it! The Tour du Mont Blanc circles the Mont undertaking the Tour du Mont Blanc Blanc Massif, covering roughly 170km should brush up on basic navigation We also recommend you go online to view and 10,000 of ascent and descent, skills before departing, and always be more detailed step by step guidance on passing through France, Switzerland well equipped with compass and maps. how to use the app, and browse many more and Italy. The weather can be unpredictable, and resources. in poor light conditions even a clear path Recognised as one of the world’s can become a challenge. Head to macsadventure.com/app. classic treks, the Tour du Mont Blanc is an epic adventure, yet one which is very achievable for most people with a good level of fitness, as the route is well waymarked. Terrain can be rough, but you will be following an established footpath.

Elevation map: www.besthike.com

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Climate, Accommodation & Bag transfer climate & time of year Accommodation ACCOMMODATION “IN COMFORT” We offer an “in comfort” itinerary which Our season for the Tour du Mont Blanc runs ACCOMMODATION IN HUTS means you will have a little more from mid June to mid September. The trail There are a range of mountain huts, refuges privacy on the trail, with private rooms is sometimes closed until the last week of and gîtes available around the route which in refuges and small hotels. In the June due to snow, in which case your tour mean you can enjoy comfortable night’s refuges, on the points of the trail where would need to be rescheduled or cancelled.. sleep each day. no hotels are available, bathroom Some local public transport & cable cars facilities will be shared. only operate from July, so July and August Sharing dormitories, you will also have The “In Comfort” option offers the best are the most popular months. clean shared toilet and shower facilities of both worlds for those who prefer a available, and the mountain huts offer little privacy. 3 nights on standard “In This is a high alpine trek, and even in simple but delicious hearty evening meals, Comfort” itinerary will be in auberges/ summer weather conditions can vary usually with drinks available. refuges, and 8 nights in small 2*/3* dramatically, from 0 degrees centigrade hotels. to late 20s! And of course, “four seasons in There is a great buzz in the refuges and one day” is not unknown. It is important to huts, with like-minded walkers from all over baggage transfer always be prepared with appropiate kit to the world ready to share their tales from deal with whatever the mountain may throw the trail, and you will meet and enjoy the Baggage transfer is included. Your bag at you (see kit list). company of many new friends. (max 15kg) will be transported to each overnight location whilst you walk. For more information you can visit: You can also order packed lunches for There are up to 3 days (depending http://www.mountain-forecast.com/peaks/ the next day, when you arrive at the huts. on itinerary) when no road access is Mont-Blanc/forecasts/2000 available, meaning you should carry overnight provisions in your day pack. You’ll be reunited with your full luggage the following day.

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Travel & Planning an Itinerary

travel to the start travel insurance local currency

Les Houches is the start/end of the We would always ask that you ensure you Euros are accepted in France and Italy, and trail, although on the complete circuit have adequate travel insurance which will you should bring some Swiss Francs (CHF) our final night’s accommodation is in cover you for your trip, and any activities for Switzerland. Many refuges and hotels Chamonix. you are undertaking. Travel insurance is accept cards, but it is useful to take cash. available from a range of providers and FLY usually competitively priced. how many days? Geneva is the best airport for the Chamonix valley. You can catch a train - In the UK: We briefly mentioned the relaxed itinerary in or bus but the best option is the pre- Try http://www.campbellirvinedirect.com the previous section which includes rest days, booked shuttle. Chamexpress is one of - From the US: and we also offer ‘Classic” and “Highlights” the better ones and it costs 28€ each Try http://www.travelguard.com itineraries to fit a trek into a shorter period: way. - From the rest of the world: - Complete: 10 walking days Try http://www.worldnomads RAIL - Relaxed Complete: 12 walking days TGV to Saint-Gervais-Le-Fayet. For - Classic: 8 days Please note that we are not associated the return, there are regular trains with these insurers or brokers, they are between Chamonix and St Gervais les just intended as a guide and you may Bains Le Faye. find other providers more suitable for your For more information you can visit: needs. www.voyages-sncf.com

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FRANCE / SWITZERLAND / ITALY Highlights Your trek starts and finishes in Les Houches (with the last night in Chamonix) and covers • A classic long distance trek all of the Tour du Mont Blanc so that you won’t miss a single step of this fabulous walk. It • Superb mountain views at every includes the start through Les Contamines Nature Reserve, a fabulous few days through the Val Veni and Val Ferret and finishes on a high with with two days walking in the Aiguilles turn of the trail Rouges, which give the best views of the Mont Blanc Massif. • Three countries in one trek, France, Italy & Switzerland Connoisseurs will enjoy this version of the Tour du Mont Blanc as you taste, see and smell • Delicious local food specialities all her different sides and have the opportunity to choose several interesting variants, of each country meaning you can lengthen or shorten days, or perhaps avoid some of the tougher climbs. We provide comprehensive information including maps and route notes to ensure you • The sense of achievement! have everything you need to follow the route.

Included:

• 8 Nights in 2 & 3 star hotels on a twin/double share basis • 3 nights in auberge/refuges in private rooms • 11 breakfasts, 8 dinners (Chamonix, Cormayeur excluded) • Detailed maps • Information pack View Trip on our Website • Route notes and guidebook • Complete organisation • Baggage transfer Grade • 24/7 telephone support.

For the alternative option in huts, 3 nights will be in 2 & 3 star hotels, and 8 nights in Comfort shared dormitories in mountain huts/refuges/gïtes. Start/Finish Les Houches/Chamonix

Distance Up to 170 km

Duration 12 Days & 11 Nights

Availability June-September

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Relaxed Complete TMB Classic tmb Highlights (In Comfort)

Day 1: Arrive Les Houches Covers the majority of the TMB in 8 walking Experience the best sections of the Tour du Day 2: Walk to Les Contamines days, missing a few sections in Italy & Mont Blanc in a week (local buses join up Day 3: Walk to Refuge des Mottets/Les Switzerland (local buses join up sections to sections). Chapieux ensure walking days are manageable). Day 4: Walk to Refugio Elisabetta Day 1: Arrive Les Houches Day 5: Walk to Courmayeur Day 1: Arrive Les Houches Day 2: Les Houches to Les Contamines Day 6: Rest day in Courmayeur Day 2: Walk to Les Contamines Day 3: Contamines to Les Chapieux Day 7: Walk to Refugio Bonatti Day 3: Walk to Les Chapieux/Mottets Day 4: Les Chapieux to Cormayeur Day 8: Walk to La Fouly Day 4: Walk to Cormayeur Day 5: Courmayeur to Champex Day 9: Walk to Champex Day 5: Walk to Champex Day 6: Champex to Trient Day 10: Walk to Trient Day 6: Walk to Trient Day 7: Trient to Chamonix Day 11: Walk to Argentière Day 7: Walk to Argentière Day 8: Onward Travel Day 12: Walk to Planpraz (o/n Chamonix) Day 8: Walk to La Flégère (o/n Chamonix) Day 13: Walk to Les Houches (o/n Chamonix) Day 9: Walk to Le Brévent to Chamonix Day 14: Onward Travel Day 10: Onward Travel

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Grade Grade Grade

Comfort Comfort Comfort

Start/Finish Les Houches/Chamonix Start/Finish Les Houches/Chamonix Start/Finish Les Houches/Chamonix

Distance 164-170 km Distance 8 Days Walking Distance 84.5-93.5 km

Duration 14 Days & 13 Nights Duration 10 Days & 9 Nights Duration 8 Days & 7 Nights

June-September Availability June-September Availability June-September Availability June-September

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What to eat & Drink

The food on offer on the Tour du Mont Blanc Rosti – This is basically a Swiss variation EATING IN MOUNTAIN HUTS will differ in each accommodation and on the above. Rosti is grated and fried particularly if you are taking the Mountain potato, which is then covered in cheese, Hut option, but we wanted to give you ham and the occasional fried egg. as much information as possible about Mushrooms are another ingredient that is eating and drinking in this region before widely used in both Rosti and Tartiflette, you head out. as this is another traditional mountain staple, foraged from the surrounding hills. TYPICAL HAUTE-SAVOIE FOOD TYPICAL HAUTE-SAVOIE DRINK Raclette – Raclette is basically delicious melted cheese. It is accompanied by Like the rest of the world, the Haute-Savoie potatoes, gherkins, pickled onions and is creating its own beers in abundance dried meats and is an incredibly social and there are some great local beers on In the mountain huts, dinner is included. meal. Generally, you will get an electric offer. A couple to look out for are Bierre These tend to be a convivial affair, and table-top grill with small pans, in which to Leman and Veyrat. you will be seated with the other guests. melt slices of raclette cheese. The melted Meal times are a real highlight in the cheese is then mixed with the potatoes. A There are a ton of local wineries in the huts, and you can enjoy the company simple, but incredibly appetising dish. region and clinging to the very French of people from all over the world while belief in terroir (that wine expresses the you dine on good honest home cooked Tartiflette - Tartiflette is a mixture of characteristics of the area it is grown) it food. Dinner is typically soup with bread, potato, onion, bacon and chives with a is definitely advisable to drink as locally a main course consisting of meat and whole round of reblochon cheese melted as you can. And if you are looking for rice or pasta, a side salad or vegetables, on top of it. As far as comfort food goes, something to settle the stomach after a followed by dessert or cheese. If you have it doesn’t get much better than this. large meal, then there is always Génépi, any dietary requirements, please tell us Warming, satisfying and while a little on the local herby liqueur. It is a bit of an upon booking and we can arrange this the unhealthy side, just what you need acquired taste, but to drink like the locals, with the huts. after a day on the Tour du Mont Blanc. it is definitely worth trying

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Acclaimed one of Europe’s best Alpine’s treks, the Tour du Mont Blanc is on the bucket list for many walkers. But so many people are put off the higher level hiking tour because they worry they will not be fit enough, however, with such a broad range of itineraries Macs Adventure is allowing increasing numbers of walkers to enjoy spectacular walking around the Mont Blanc Massif. training for the tour du mont blanc SQUEEZE IN EXTRA WALKING

The Tour du Mont Blanc is more of an endurance hike than a sprint. - Switch all of or part of your work commute. Park further away Think marathon rather than 1500m running race. from the office, get off the train at the increasingly earlier stops, or use public transport in the morning then walk home in the To increase your fitness in the months preceding the Tour du Mont evening. Blanc we suggest you incorporate the following kind of training, so you are better equipped to enjoy the trip, not just endure it. Try - When catching up with your friends or family, invite them for a to exercise for between 30 and 45 minutes, three times per week walk. Bring them a takeaway coffee (in a reusable cup of course) (walking, running, cycling or swimming) and go for longer walks on and turn the countryside or local park into your moving café. the weekends, which should include some hills. - Use your lunch breaks to go for short walks.

- You will need to get used to carrying a rucksack, so for your walks switch your work bag/handbag for your rucksack.

- It’s not a task! Walking is fun, great for the mind and body.

When it comes to booking your Tour du Mont Blanc holiday, be honest with your tour specialist. Ask for their advice about the right trip for you. The hiking holiday is meant to be enjoyable, and there are a variety of different options to choose from to suit a range of fitness level. Contact a member of the team on [email protected] for further information.

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This kit list is a suggestion, and of course many items are down to personal preference. We hope you find the following suggestions useful when considering what to take on your trip. They are based in our own experiences and you may find other solutions will work equally well.

recommended clothing & Equipment light sheet sleeping bag to cover blankets/pillows • Head torch + Batteries (including spare bulb & batteries) FOOTWEAR • Books/Guides/Maps (supplied by Macs Adventure) • Walking boots - Three season trekking boots. Good • Pocket knife/cutlery for picnics ankle support and well broken in. • Camera • Comfortable shoes for evenings in towns • Money belt/pouch • You may wish to bring your own slip on/sandals/light • Waterproof liner or cover (or both) for rucksack trainers for refuges • Waterproof storage bags of various sizes • Good quality walking socks x 3 pairs • Energy bars and snacks - 2 per day

CLOTHING • Thermal base layers TOILETRIES, HEALTH & MEDICAL KIT • Light T-shirts/quick-dry T-shirts are ideal • First aid kit - it’s always a good idea to carry a personal • Warm mid-layer first aid kit for your own needs. It should include wound • 1 or 2 pairs of walking trousers. Zip-offs are great. No dressings, antiseptic wipes, antiseptic cream, crepe jeans bandages, triangular bandages, blister kit (plasters and • 1 or 2 pairs of shorts (if not taking zip-off trousers) Compede) etc. You can buy excellent readymade kits • Waterproof jacket (Goretex or other breathable) from outdoor shops or pharmacies. • Sunglasses • Sun block & lip balm - 30+ SPF • Warm hat, and a light hat to protect from sun • Medication - Please take sufficient quantities of any • Gloves prescription medication you need for the duration of • Buff or neck gaiter your trip. Additionally you may want to take a supply of • Down jacket medication that you use occasionally for headaches and • Evening clothes (optional) aches and pains. • Toiletries - pack toothbrush & paste, floss, hand & face EQUIPMENT cleansers. Baby wipes are excellent for a freshen up. • Daypack/rucksack • Toilet roll & a lighter to burn if necessary. • Large ruckack if you have booked luggage transfer • Travel towel for showering in refuges • Water bottle and/or camelback • Walking poles (optional) • Cash & cards (Euros and some Swiss francs) For more packing tips, visit our blog • Sleeping sheet for refuges. Available in outdoor stores. Blankets & pillows are provided, this sheet is a

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Which is the best airport to fly to? Are there ATMs? The closest airport is Geneva, which is served by flights from Yes, there are ATMs/cash machines at Geneva airport and throughout Europe and around the world. You can find more bigger towns like Chamonix & Les Houches. Do take cash in details on our blog - Tour du Mont Blanc Travel Guide. Euros to mountain huts as most don’t accept cards, and take some Swiss Francs for the Swiss sections. How far in advance do I need to book? We suggest you book as soon as your plans are finalised. This Can I drink water from streams? is a very popular hiking area with a short season. You will find We would suggest you fill up your water bottle from your hotel up to date availability on our website and we will always try to or hut (or you can, of course, buy bottled water in towns). Do accommodate your plans. look out for “eau potable” signs around the trail which are not infrequent and indicate drinking water (if it says “eau-non How do the baggage transfers work? potable”, however, avoid!). Baggage transfer is included as standard, allowing you to enjoy the trek with just a light day bag on your back. We ask that you What are the dormitories like? limit your baggage to one bag per person with a maximum weight The dorms vary from rooms sleeping 4 people to those of 15kg per person. On this particular itinerary, your bags cannot sleeping up to 20. They are all very clean and comfortable be transferred to Refugio Bonatti, due to the inaccessibility of and it si nice to be surrounded by like-minded people in a the accommodation. You will need to carry your overnight things great atmoshpere. on these days and you will be reunited with your main bag the following day. Is there WiFi? When is the best time of the year? All of your hotels will have WiFi. However, up in the refuges, you The season for the Tour du Mont Blanc runs from mid-June to will not have access to WiFi. mid-September. The trail is sometimes closed until the last week of June due to snow, in which case your tour would need to be rescheduled or cancelled.

Will I need to bring crampons? In general, you won’t need specialist equipment for the TMB, but in previous seasons it has been essential to use crampons early in the season (in June). The key is to keep an eye on the forecast for temperature and conditions as your travel date approaches and use your own judgement. If temperatures above 2000m are low or more snow falls, you can then decide to bring crampons, or should you not have any (or should conditions change on your arrival) you can easily hire them locally. You will need walking poles.

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Learning the local language will definitely improve the quality of your trip. Being able to interact with local people, even if it is just the pleasantries, will make all the difference and in France, Italy and Switzerland. We have supplied both French and Italian phrases as for the small amount of time you will spend in Switzerland, you will get by with either of these languages (or more likely English). We would suggest getting your hands on a small phrasebook, or app to see you through your trip, but we wanted to give you some phrases that we have found very useful when taking a Macs Adventure.

PLEASANTRIES HIKING

Hello - Bonjour / Ciao What time do you collect our bags? – A quelle heure Good morning - Bonjour / Buongiorno récuperéz-vous nos bagages? / A che hora prendete i nostri Good afternoon - Bonsoir (only for evening or end of the bagagli? afternoon) / Buona sera Where do we leave our bags in the morning? – Où devons Good night - Bonne nuit / Buona notte nous deposer nos bagages le matin? / Dove lasciamo i bagagli Yes - Oui / Si la matina? No - Non / No My name is … and my booking is with Macs Adventure – Please - S’il vous plaît / Prego Mon nom est... et j’ai reservé avec Macs Adventure/ Il mio nome Thank you - Merci / Grazie e’... e la mia prenotazione e’ con Macs Adventure. I don’t speak French – Je ne parle pas français/ Non parlo FOOD & DRINK italiano Do you speak English? – Est ce vous parlez anglais?/ Parla Breakfast - Petit Dejeuner / Colazione inglese? Lunch - Dejeuner / Pranzo Where is the nearest…? – Où est le/la/ l’ .... le/la plus proche? Dinner - Dîner /Cena / Dove e´il piu vicino I’d like..., please - J’aimerais...merci / Io vorrei, per favore Supermarket? – Le supermarché / Supermarket? Cheers! - Sante! / Salute! Bank? – La banque / Banca Enjoy your meal - Bon appétit! / Buon Appetito! Bus stop? – L’arrêt de bus / bus stop Could I have the bill please? -Pourrias-je avoir Pharmacy? – La pharmacie / farmacia l’addition s’il vous plaît? / Posso avere il conto? It hurts here – Ça fait mal ici / Sono ferito qui I’m vegan - Je suis végétalien / Sono Vegano I’m lost – Je suis perdu(e) / Mi sono perso I’m vegetarian -Je suis végétalien / Sono Vegetariano Can you tell me how to find my hotel? – Pouvez-vous me I’m gluten free - J’ai un régime sans gluten/ Sono dire où se trove mon hôtel? / Mi puo dire como posso trovare il Celiaco mio hotel? Do you have gluten free options? - Avez vous des Where can I find drinking water? – Où est ce que je peux options sans gluten? / Avete cibo per celiaci? trouver de l’eau potable?/ Dove trovo acqua potabile? What time is breakfast/dinner? - A quelle heure est le What’s the WiFi password? – Quel est le mot de passe pour petit déjeuner / dîner? / A che ora e’ la colazione/cena? le WiFi? / Posso avere la password per il wi-fi? How much is it? - Combien ça coûte? / Quanto costa? Do you sell blister plasters? – Est ce que vous vendez des pansements pour les amoules?/ Avete dei cerotti anti vescica? Where is the toilet? – Où sont les toilettes? / Dove e’ il bagnio?

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Guidebooks

The following guidebooks and maps are provided by Macs Adventure and included in your Info Pack.

- The Tour of Mont Blanc: Complete Two-Way Trekking Guide (Trekking Guides); Kev Reynolds, published by Cicerone. Maps

- IGN 3630 OT Chamonix, Massif du Mont Blanc 1:25.000 topographic hiking map (France, Rhône-Alpes, Haute- Savoie, Bonneville)

- 3531 ET St-Gervais-Les-Bains / Massif du Mont Blanc 1:25.000 topographic hiking map

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