Description
Discover the exhibition “Mont Blanc from the Val Montjoie side” by following this guided tour retracing the history of mountaineering, the ascent of Mont Blanc, and the profession of mountain guide in this valley with its strong character.
This exhibition traces the first conquests of Mont Blanc at the end of the 18th century, the first mountaineers, including some of the great figures who passed through Saint-Gervais, up to the ascent of the summit of Europe offered today by the Saint-Gervais/Les Contamines Guide Company. Through prints, old and contemporary equipment, archival documents, and contemporary works, this exhibition invites visitors to discover the ascent of Mont Blanc alongside passionate guides.
Accessibility
Accessible for wheelchairs with assistance
Accessible for self-propelled wheelchairs
Rates
From 19 December 2024 to 31 December 2026
From 19 December 2024 to 31 December 2026
Full price
€7.00
Reduced price
€6.00
Opening times
Each tuesday from 7 July 2026 until 25 August 2026
- 17:00 at 18:00
Each tuesday from 20 October 2026 until 27 October 2026
- 16:30
Location
Contact Guided tour: “Being a guide, yesterday and today”
Spoken languages
Spoken languages
Access
Access
- The easiest way to come to La Maison forte de Hautetour is to park your car in the free parking 2KM3 in the center, and then come by foot.

