Tour du Mount Blanc early June

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    24 April 2019 at 15:57:40 #821190

    Hello family,

    I am hiking the TMB in early June(2nd-16th), I have crampons, poles, and will rent an ice pick. I have a foundation using these tools but I am but no means an expert. Is it possible to traverse the passes this time of year? If so, does anyone have any words for the wise?

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    Snowman
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    24 April 2019 at 19:26:46 #910280

    Hello Nelcott, and welcome to MySwissAlps!

    Your post sounds like you plan to do this alone. My word for the wise is: don’t! There should be at least two of you. Besides, I am not sure crampons and an ice pick are necessary. Maybe.

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    24 April 2019 at 19:36:27 #910281

    Thank you for responding, @Snowman! How was the snowfall this winter in the alps and are the passes traversable this early in the season? Thanks for the assistance!

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    25 April 2019 at 6:41:52 #910282

    Hello Nelcott,

    Although I am not a pro in Alpinism myself, as a good Swiss I totally support the statement of “never going into the high mountains alone”!

    Find the official TMB page with supportive information here:
    http://www.autourdumontblanc. com/en/

    Also check these pages for preparation and details on hiking in the mountains:
    – http://www.myswissalps.com/hi king

    Enjoy your trip.

    Best,
    Steph

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