Climbing News: Mont Maudit (Blanc) Tragedy, Difficult Denali, Karakorum Drama
Just back from my own climb of Peru’s Alpamayo, no I wanted to post a quick recap of recent news for the climbing world with success, dramas and death. Let’s start with some good news. Denali Success British climbers Nick Bullock and Andy Houseman showed Denali is not a simple walk up by making a […]
Mont Blanc Trip Report
Mont Blanc France/Italy 15,771 feet – 4807 meters Mont Blanc is the highest mountain in Western Europe, at 15,771 feet. Mt. Elbrus in Russia is Europe’s highest, at 18,513 feet. It is on the border between Italy and France and is called Monte Bianco in Italy. While living in Geneva, Mont Blanc was visible on […]
Mont Blanc FAQ
Mont Blanc France/Italy 15,771 feet – 4807 meters About Mont Blanc : Q: Where is it A: It is located in the French Alps on the border between Italy and France. It is actually “owned” by both countries under a bilateral agreement and is called Monte Bianco in Italy. Mont Blanc is a huge massif […]