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Rock climbing South ridge of the Chapelle de la Glière
Duration:
1 day
Price from: 310€
Difficulty:
Infobulle générale
Difficulty Level 1: For beginner climbers climbing at the French grade 4a - 4b level.
Difficulty Level 2: For intermediate climbers climbing at the French grade 4c - 5a level.
Difficulty Level 3: For advanced climbers climbing at the French grade 5b - 5c level.
Difficulty Level 4: For experienced climbers climbing at the French grade 5c - 6a level.
Difficulty Level 5: For expert climbers climbing at the French grade 6a level and above.
General information
The southern ridge of la Chapelle de la Glière (2838m) is a wonderful rock climbing area with a breathtaking view of the Mont Blanc Massif. The approach from the Flegere lift is an easy 45 minute walk. The southern ridge of la Chapelle de la Glière is a combination of proper rock climbing and mountaineering. This variety of climbing styles (slab, dihedral, wall) and its uniformity makes this climb a classical one in the Aiguille Rouge Massif.
The climbing ends with the Chapelle (2669m), a monolith with a characteristic shape that stands on the southern ridge of the Aiguille de la Gliere. The return is a walk on rocky and grassy steps. The southern ridge of la Chapelle de la Glière is for people wishing to climb a rocky ridge. Previous rock climbing experience is required: ability to climb French grade 5a minimum.
Group booking
The group formula associates people who do not necessarily know each other. It is ideal for people looking for group friendliness and attractive prices.
Dates (group session) : See on-line booking
Meeting point (group session) : Your guide will contact you by phone aroung 6.30pm on the previous day to arrange the meeting point
Guiding policy (group session) : Group of 2 people maximum per guide. Children, minimum 15 years old accompanied by a parent
Departure (group booking) : The departure is guaranteed with a minimum of 2 registered participants
Price 2025 (group session) : 310€ per person based on a minimum of 2 participants
This price includes :
- mountain guiding services,
- lift / train tickets
This price does not included :
- technical equipment
- pic nic
Private booking
A private formula is the historical relationship that binds a mountain leader to their clients. It allows you to be alone or in your own group with your mountain leader who will meet your specific needs. It is undoubtedly the ideal formula realise your projects because it guarentees you a maximum amount of comfort.
Dates (private booking) : See on-line booking
Meeting point (private booking) : Your guide will call you the evening before your trip around 6.30pm to organize the meeting time and place
Guiding policy (private booking) : Between 1 - 2 people per guide
Minimum 15 years old
Price 2025 (private booking) :
1 person : 430€
2 people : 460€
The price includes :
- mountain guiding services
The price does not include :
- technical equipment
- lift passes
- picnic & snacks
Further information
In this section, find all the information about this activity. For further information, please contact our advisor.
Duration : 5 - 6 hours
Location : Starting from the Flegere and then, Index lift
Ability level : The Chapelle de la Gliere is intended for people who practice regularly a sporting activity. Previous rock climbing experience is required: ability to climb French grade 5a minimum.
Formality : Make sure you have valid individual liability insurance for the practice of this activity without any location or altitude restrictions, including assistance, search and rescue, and repatriation
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Equipment
We recommend that you take special care in choosing your equipment because it contributes greatly to the success of your trip. As alpine conditions can be highly variable with sudden changes, it can get very cold in altitude, it is preferable to have numerous layers rather than one thick piece of clothing.
Equipment
- Back pack
- Mountain boots for hiking
- Rock climbing shoes
- Harness
- Helmet
- Belaying device
- Personal anchor tether
Clothing
- Classic clothing adapted for climbing
- Windproof jacket
- A pair of thin gloves
Accessories
- A pair of sun glasses category 4
- High protection sun cream
- A water bottle that contains a minimum 1,5 L
- Snacks
Our Rental Partners : You can rent your equipment with our rental shops partners and benefit from special price Millet, Sanglard Sports, Ravanel & Co & Concept Pro Shop
Our Equipment Partners : Millet, Dynastar, Julbo, Grivel & Monnet
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CO2 emitted per person for the activity: 3.5 kg. Learn out more about the footprint calculation of this activity
CO2 emitted per person for the activity: 3.5 kg. Learn out more about the footprint calculation of this activity
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