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General information

Whether you're a beginner or an advanced climber, the Gaillands climbing school will help you to improve your technique and introduce you to some new sensations enabling you to go higher in altitude and difficulty.
If there is a mythical place of climbing it is here. The rocks of Gaillands have been frequented, equipped and maintained for more than 80 years by the guides of the Company.
It was in 1927 that the guide Alfred Couttet said "Champion" he had for the first time the idea of exerting his balance, flexibility and physical strength on this compact rock.
Today, the guides perpetuate this tradition in the natural and enchanting setting of the lakes and the forest of Gaillands,
facing the Mont Blanc, offering a pedagogy adapted to each person.

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 2025 (group booking) : Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays in July and August

Meeting Point (group booking) : 10 minutes in advance at the Compagnie des guides desk in les Gaillands
 
Supervision (group booking) : Group of 4 people maximum per guide. 
Children minimum 4 years old

Hours (group booking) : 4.15 to 6.15pm
For children under 10 years old and beginners in the activity: 2 hours session

Prices 2025 (group booking) :
2 hours session: 35€ per person

This price includes :
- mountain guide or climbing instructor service.
- technical equipment (harness & helmet)

This price does not include :
- rock climbing shoes
- snack and water

Group : The group is assured with a minimum of 4 people.
Maximum 4 people per guide.

Private booking

A private booking is a historical relationship that binds a guide to their clients. It allows you to be either alone or in a group of friends with your guide. Your guide can organize your trip to meet your specific needs. It is undoubtedly the ideal formula to realize your projects because it guarantees you a maximum of comfort.
 
Dates (private booking) : See on-line booking

Meeting Point (private booking) : 10 minutes in advance at the Compagnie des Guides chalet in les Gaillands

Supervision (private booking) : Group from 1 to 6 people per guide.

Prices 2025 (private booking) :
-
63€ per hour for the group, minimum 3 hours (189€)
- Full day : Group from 1 to 6 people : 430€
                
The price includes :
- mountain guides service
- technical gear : harness, helmet, carabineer, belay device, rope
 
The price does not include :
- climbing shoes
- snacks
 

Further information

In this section, find all the information about this activity. For further information, please contact our advisor.

Duration : 2 hours

Area of activity : les Gaillands in Chamonix

Level : It is essential to choose a destination that is adapted to your level in order for you to get the maximum out of your outing. Rock climbing in les Gaillands is designed for kids who want to discover the activity

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

Documents available for download

Equipment

You will find in this section all the information about the different equipment that is required. Since weather conditions can be very variable, it is better to have several thin layers rather than to have one big garment.

Equipement 
- Back pack
- Harness
- Helmet
- Rock climbing shoes
- Sport shoes

Clothing
- Classic clothing adapted for sport.  

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 Sanglard Sports, Ravanel & CoConcept Pro Shop
Our Equipment Partners : Millet, Dynastar, Julbo, Grivel & Monnet

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