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Chamonix — Aiguille du Midi — France

Chamonix — Aiguille du Midi

Cable-car access to 12,600 ft granite spires — the world's most concentrated alpine climbing.

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Region
France
Country
Worldwide
Biome
Alpine granite (3,842 m)
Best season
June – September
Difficulty
moderate
Known for
  • Backpacking
  • Hiking
  • Climbing

Key takeaways

  • Biome: Alpine granite (3,842 m)
  • Best season: June – September
  • Difficulty: moderate
  • Top activity: backpacking
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Topic summary

Cable-car access to 12,600 ft granite spires — the world's most concentrated alpine climbing.

Key takeaways

  • Difficulty: moderate
  • Best season: June – September

Intended uses

backpacking

Climate suitability

Alpine granite (3,842 m)

Verification notes

Last verified January 1, 1970.

Region
Worldwide
Biome
Alpine granite (3,842 m)
Difficulty
moderate
backpacking

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Last verified: 1970-01-01