PROGRAM
The Brenva descent unfolds in a fascinating and unique context, with the majestic east face of Mont Blanc as a backdrop to a skiing experience beyond comparison.
GROUP DEPARTURES
Meeting point: Skyway cable car parking area in Entrèves (Courmayeur), for equipment check and a short briefing with the Guide
At the upper station of the cable car, from Pointe Helbronner through the Col Flambeaux we will descend down to the base of north face of the Aiguille de Toule. We’ll then skin up towards the Tour Ronde’s normal ascent route, which we’ll tackle skis-on-shoulder, with crampons and ice axe, almost to the summit. A short break and… we’re off! We’ll start by skiing down the steep initial slope (300 m drop at 40°-45°) until the glacier below.
Ripping our way down riveting slopes and around menacing crevasses, we’ll come to the point where a few possibilities open up, and we’ll choose the most suitable based on the conditions of the snow. This is an unforgettable descent through a rugged environment, extremely remote and fascinating, under the imposing watch of the Aiguille Blanche and the Aiguille Noire de Peuterey.
Note: If you have already skied the standard itinerary, there are some interesting variants, such as the one from Colle del Papa or other one from the descent that passes Col Moore.
Meeting point: Skyway cable car parking area in Entrèves (Courmayeur), for equipment check and a short briefing with the Guide
At the upper station of the cable car, from Pointe Helbronner through the Col Flambeaux we will descend down to the base of north face of the Aiguille de Toule. We’ll then skin up towards the Tour Ronde’s normal ascent route, which we’ll tackle skis-on-shoulder, with crampons and ice axe, almost to the summit. A short break and… we’re off! We’ll start by skiing down the steep initial slope (300 m drop at 40°-45°) until the glacier below.
Ripping our way down riveting slopes and around menacing crevasses, we’ll come to the point where a few possibilities open up, and we’ll choose the most suitable based on the conditions of the snow. This is an unforgettable descent through a rugged environment, extremely remote and fascinating, under the imposing watch of the Aiguille Blanche and the Aiguille Noire de Peuterey.
Note: If you have already skied the standard itinerary, there are some interesting variants, such as the one from Colle del Papa or other one from the descent that passes Col Moore.
DETAILS
RATES
- the assistance of a UIAGM certified Mountain Guide
- liability insurance
- loan of shared safety material
The rate does not include
- research and rescue insurance with UVGAM coverage (recommended): €5 per person for 3 days
- the hiring of any personal equipment (avalanche beacon, shovel and probe): €15/day per person while supplies last
- the hiring of any personal equipment (harness, ice axe, and crampons): €15/day per person while supplies last
- tickets for lift facilities
- the Mountain Guide’s expenses (lifts, transfers, meals and accommodation) to be covered by participants
- transfers, meals and accommodation
- anything that is not mentioned under "The rate includes"
