The essential guidebook to the 105-mile Tour of Mont Blanc trek in the Alps. One of the best of the world`s classic walks, which circumnavigates the Mont Blanc massif in about eleven days through France, Switzerland & Italy. The walk has all the excitement of the high mountains yet none of the worry of altitude sickness. It crosses numerous cols with stunning views of spectacular snow & rock peaks & accommodation along the route is plentiful. The `official` Tour du Mont Blanc follows an established route around the main block of mountains containing not only Mont Blanc but its principal allied summits such as Verte, Chardonnet, Gouter, Geant, Jorasses, d` Argentiere, Dolent & numerous others. The author describes the tour both in the traditional `anti-clockwise` direction & the `clockwise` direction. There are several alternative routes that subsequently link, & these are also described. The routes have been created to give the very best perspective & appreciation of the whole region. At every opportunity recommendations are made that will bring the walker into closer contact with the area. This guide is in full colour, with points of interest, accommodation details & overview maps for every stage, along with details of the natural & cultural history of the region. This edition
Includes:: new routes around Courmayeur & Arnuva & to Lac Blanc, as well as essential practical information on travel to & around the Mont Blanc Massif, mountain safety, languages, currency & more. The result is an ideal companion to take on one of the world`s greatest mountain adventures.