Lion ridge

Lion ridge

The Matterhorn normal south route is almost dry up to the point where you climb on north west side. Good frozen snow there yesterday. The top ropes were almost dry too. Pics
Grand Bec, west ridge

Grand Bec, west ridge

We crossed this almost 3400 m high summit of Vanoise, from a mostly rocky ridge towards the north glacier. It’s close to the south side of Mont Blanc range. On the photos we also see Grande Casse, 3855 m high, the highest summit of the range.
Breithorn 4164 m

Breithorn 4164 m

Welcome to two new 4000’s : Heather and Toby started from Theodulpass this morning on a route close to the boarder Val d’Aosta – Wallis, and to the Matterhorn. Good freezing and weather conditions. Photos here.