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Ice climbing advanced course

Ice climbing If you already have some ice climbing experience. This course will enable you to progress and perfect your technique with the aim of learning to lead routes and more.

Difficulty

: Advanced

Length of the course

5 days

Group size

2 people maximum

Programme

  Day 1 : The ‘cremerie des glaciers’
Revision of technique and a few climbs to get back into the swing of things.

  Day 2 : Gorges de l’Arveyron
With a range of routes and difficulty, this area is the perfect place to improve your technique and explore new possibilities.

  Day 3 : Argentiere glacier
Now it’s your turn to take the lead ­ under the watchful eye of your guide !

  Day 4 : Sainte Marie viaduct
This ice fall is right next to the village of Les Houches. There are some tricky sections demanding careful thought before placing belays.

  Day 5 : Eau Noire (deliverance sector)
A visit to Switzerland takes us to one of the most interesting climbs in the area for a real day of adventure. For example ‘errance’ - 300 metres long. Just one of the many options we’ll have for the day.

Equipment provided

Harness and helmet

Do not forget

Crampons, ice axes and highmountain shoes, warm gloves, ski clothes
Price : 685 euros per person

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