Guide to Trekking the Tour du Mont Blanc

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With 360-degree views of the massif and its 11 peaks over 4,000 meters, this expedition is made for bucket lists.
However, the circuit is anything but straightforward. With seven different starting points, endless accommodation choices, and itineraries ranging from 3 to 13 days, it’s enough to make your head spin.⁠
Emma, an 18-year trekking and expedition guide, has hiked the Tour du Mont Blanc over 50 times. From packing and training to seasons and itineraries, Emma is the perfect person to make sure you find your footing on this long-distance classic. ⁠
Guided Tour du Mont Blanc tour with Emma: bit.ly/3iU9cIh
This Adventure Talk covers:
0:00 A bit about the host, Emma Jack
01:52 Overview of Tour du Mont Blanc trail
06:54 The Route - day by day
23:54 How to get away from the crowds
26:33 Flora & fauna
27:44 Accommodation and meals
29:44 How hard is Tour du Mont Blanc trail?
32:02 Gear and logistics
38:52 Upcoming Tour du Mont Blanc trips
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@chriswood5497 Жыл бұрын

Absolutely stunning! Def on my bucket list!

@sergeaylwin6196 2 ай бұрын

Great documentary, tons of infos and enough balance between adventure and scenary enjoyment ! Well done!❤

@ervinslens Жыл бұрын

Absolutely majestic work my friend, shots are brilliant and so nicely edited here! Lovely narration too!

@janechapman1421 4 ай бұрын

Really helpful. Thankyou

@reneerogers7618 7 ай бұрын

Such an enthusiastic presenter. Now i want to sign up with you but honestly I want to do self guided or on my own. Enjoyed your very detailed and informative narration. Hoping to hike the TMB July of 2024. Thank you.

@57hours 7 ай бұрын

Hi! Thanks for your message! Emma and her team do offer a self-guided version - here is the info: 57hours.com/adventure/tour-du-mont-blanc-self-guided/?

@BruceTheBroker Жыл бұрын

Just added to the bucket list.

@hoellenhund1000 6 ай бұрын

I'm currently planning for my TMB in 9/2024 and appreciate your shared experience and variant recommendations. Looks like I would have needed a few days more to master Mont de la Saxe and Mont Fortin ;-) Question: The one leading to Elisabetta is that 2km parallel trail above the main route, right? Not around Pyramides Calcaires?

@quiztimeforchildren 6 ай бұрын

Very helpful!

@57hours 6 ай бұрын

Glad you liked it!

@Professionalmoochers Жыл бұрын

Excellent presentation!! It’s just a dream for us at the moment but hoping to do this in summer 2024 so you’ve given us lots to think about!! Are the majority of accommodation locations, dog friendly?

@hpiner 2 ай бұрын

Thank you for this wonderful overview and fabulous detailed info!

@stellavaas103 11 ай бұрын

Great video, thanks! Where exactly is this Vente de Beaufort cheese place?

@leigha6275 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for this excellent presentation. So well organized, informative and illustrated with beautiful photos. A question - would it be useful to bring light traction devices that are designed to wear with trail runners, especially if you are coming during a period when snow and melting snow will be the ground, such as June (these types of devices, like Kahtoola Microspikes, are not full crampons and tend to be very light).

@57hours Жыл бұрын

Hi! This was asked in the Q&A, I do believe some microspikes would be good to bring but not entirely necessary if that's something you don''t have!

@leigha6275 Жыл бұрын

@@57hours Thank you very much for the advice. It seems like good lightweight insurance to bring, especially if snow conditions are unpredictable.

@alwechs Жыл бұрын

Nice presentation. You should consider superimposing the names of the places she names. I can't catch any of these French names! Also flashing back to a close-up of the map showing where the specific section is.

@TravelHere 11 ай бұрын

35:20 You are saying ''stiff mountain boots are a big NO''. Actually a professional outdoor shop recommended me category B/C hiking boots. 1. because I'm a beginner + I will carry a heavy backpack = category B / C shoes offer more ankle support = less chance to get an injury

@jameshussey4900 11 ай бұрын

They also want to sell you quite expensive boots. Trail runners are perfect for this trail.

@TravelHere 10 ай бұрын

@@jameshussey4900 As a beginner I was happy to take category B or B/C boots. The extra kilo's of camping gear + food + accessoires can tough on a beginner's feet and angkles. + I bumped my feet onto loose rocks some times 😆

@Gretchen-ze2py Ай бұрын

We were told the same thing by a retailer before we hiked the PCT - wrong, wrong. Trailrunners are - by far - the preferred footwear of long-distance hikers. Strengthen your ankles by training ahead of time - that will serve you better than wearing stiff heavy boots.

@alexguilbeault2661 Жыл бұрын

Great work !!!! Can I do the TMB and stay in refuges without booking in advance? Can I buy food at all the auberges as I pass by without pre booking? And are there lots of hotels if I can stay at a auberge ?

@57hours Жыл бұрын

Pre-booking is a must! You will have to go off the trail a bit to get to other hotels off the trail.

@tiagolimaquintanilha3846 Жыл бұрын

Hi. I have a good opportunity to finally do the TMB this year. Can you please tell me if ticks are a problem for hikers on the TMB? Also, is it advisable to book the refugios earlier? I was planning to stay in campsites.

@57hours Жыл бұрын

Hi! Here’s the intel on ticks. Ticks are mostly found in long grass or tall vegetation. Wear thick socks and check yourself after a walk to see if there are any on you. If there are, remove them with tick tweezers and you will be fine! Always book early. This is a popular hike and lots of folks aiming for the same spots!

@tomm9584 Жыл бұрын

Is there a place in Chamonix or Les Houches to store luggage while on the Tour?

@57hours Жыл бұрын

Many hotels will store luggage!

@Waynegoproductions Жыл бұрын

Is there a good place for luggage storage in Chamonix?

@57hours Жыл бұрын

Usually your hotel for the first night or two will work with you on luggage storage.

@lilibethpilario4963 11 ай бұрын

Do you offer 4-5 day TMB highlight hike?

@57hours 10 ай бұрын

Hi! Our highlights trek is 9-days - here's the info - 57hours.com/adventure/tour-du-mont-blanc-trek/?

@vickycarlet330 Жыл бұрын

Hi, is this tour for advance hikers?

@57hours Жыл бұрын

Even though Tour du Mont Blanc is not technically difficult, it is generally recommended for those with at least an extensive experience of longer day hikes on mountain trails and great fitness. You can expect up to 3,000ft of daily ascent and descent and hiking 10 miles on average for 8 or 10 consecutive days. Keep in mind that hiking can be made difficult because of changing weather. However, you will be able to take many breaks and your guide will adjust the route if it gets too strenuous for your group. Due to some more exposed sections, the tour is not recommended for those with severe fear of heights.

@mohammad.alkaabi8858 11 ай бұрын

Hi how I can booking for next year?

@57hours 10 ай бұрын

Hi Mohammad! Stephanie here from 57hours. Thanks for reaching out! Here is the booking page for 2024 TMB - bit.ly/3WvzQ8R - we have a whole slew of dates from June - September, if you click Book Now you can see all those dates. Reply with any questions!

@jacquelinesewart1410 11 ай бұрын

Looking at 2024, what company are you with.

@57hours 10 ай бұрын

Hi! We are like an Airbnb for guided tours! We work with a handful of local guides and work with our clients to match them with the best guide / trip based on their experience and interests :) You can find more info here - 57hours.com/adventure/tour-du-mont-blanc-trek/?