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Long distance walk in Europe

Tour du Mont Blanc

The classic 170-km circumnavigation of the Mont Blanc massif through three countries.

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Region
France / Italy / Switzerland
Country
Europe
Biome
Alpine (1,000–2,700 m)
Best season
Mid-June – mid-September
Difficulty
moderate
Known for
  • Backpacking
  • Hiking
  • Climbing

Key takeaways

  • Biome: Alpine (1,000–2,700 m)
  • Best season: Mid-June – mid-September
  • Difficulty: moderate
  • Top activity: backpacking
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Topic summary

The classic 170-km circumnavigation of the Mont Blanc massif through three countries.

Key takeaways

  • Difficulty: moderate
  • Best season: Mid-June – mid-September

Intended uses

backpacking

Climate suitability

Alpine (1,000–2,700 m)

Verification notes

Last verified January 1, 1970.

Region
Europe
Biome
Alpine (1,000–2,700 m)
Difficulty
moderate
backpacking

Plan with verified data

Tour du Mont Blanc trip tools

Popular pursuits at Tour du Mont Blanc

  • Backpacking

    Multi-day travel with everything on your back — see the packing blocks below.

  • Hiking

    Day miles on marked trail, with route notes and trail links below.

  • Climbing

    Rock and alpine lines with approach beta.

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Last verified: 1970-01-01