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Climbing

Climbing for all levels with the Compagnie des Guides des Aravis, which offers a range of courses and supervised introductory sessions for the general public. And a flagship site in the Aravis, the Colombière cliff, at the foot of the col of the same name, at an altitude of 1800 m and facing the Pointe Percée (2750 m). With 64 routes of varying difficulty marked by a particularly steep foot of the cliff, this limestone sector with its very grippy rock favors friction passages. In a superb, peaceful setting where, with a bit of luck, you can catch the majestic flight of the bearded vulture, the climbing here is varied: scales, holes, slabs with grip or small holds, grooves…

Where to practice supervised climbing

Best practices to adopt Climbing and via ferrata

Before putting your hands on the rock, there are a few basics you need to know. Whether climbing or via ferrata, the mountain doesn’t give credit: it demands attention, respect and a touch of humility. Here’s how to climb the right way, and make the most of the vertical.

Other activities to enjoy in Grand-Bornand