The Chamonix Aiguilles sit centre-stage within the Mont Blanc Range. Their magnificent granite walls catch the eye of every visitor to the valley and attract climbers from around the world. Volume two in the MONT-BLANC GRANITE series describes the best rock climbs on the Chamonix side of the Aiguilles. Routes (89) were selected according to the quality of the climbing, the purity of the line and the availability of accurate approach and descent information.
Where necessary, grades have been updated in order to improve consistency between routes from different eras. The imposing procession of granite spires that runs from the Aiguille de l'M to the Aiguille du Plan houses what is arguably Mont Blanc's most varied climbing area. Its prestigious summits - Charmoz, Grépon, Blaitière, Peigne, Pèlerins, Deux Aigles - look down upon an outstanding selection of rock climbs of all styles and difficulties : cracks, slabs, corners and arêtes ; middle-grade classics, bold and technical challenges, and long, committing traverses...
