One of the World’s Most Famous Treks: The Tour du Mont-Blanc

The Tour du Mont-Blanc (TMB) is one of the most iconic treks in the world. Crossing France, Italy, and Switzerland, this legendary route offers breathtaking views of the Mont-Blanc massif and attracts thousands of hikers every year. Whether you're an experienced trekker or a mountain enthusiast looking for an adventure, this multi-day trek is both a physical challenge and a deep immersion in nature.

Want to prepare for your Tour du Mont-Blanc in the best way possible? Check out the newly updated Andapura guidebook, and access all the routes in digital format with the Whympr app. Classic route, alpine variant, GPX tracks, and detailed maps—everything you need to navigate this must-do trek! 🏔️🚶‍♂️📍

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The Tour du Mont-Blanc: A Legendary Trek Across Three Countries

If you love hiking and wide-open spaces, multi-day treks are probably high on your bucket list. The idea of exploring new landscapes, spending nights in a mountain hut or tent, and staying in the wilderness for several days is what makes trekking so special. And when planning your next adventure, it’s hard not to think about the Tour du Mont-Blanc.

Circling one of the most stunning mountain ranges, this trek crosses three countries and takes you through a variety of landscapes, making it a true bucket-list adventure.

Which Route Should You Take for Each Stage?

Now that you've set your sights on doing the Tour du Mont-Blanc this summer, you’ll need a detailed guide for every stage, packed with all the essential info to make your journey smooth.

Good news. Andapura Editions has just released an updated guidebook for the Tour du Mont-Blanc, featuring both the classic route and the alpine variant. And what’s even better? You can now access all these guides digitally on the Whympr app.

With GPX tracks, interactive maps, and step-by-step descriptions, you’ll have everything you need right at your fingertips.

How Much Does the Andapura Tour du Mont-Blanc Guide Cost?

• Printed guidebook: €21
  Each book comes with a QR code inside, which lets you unlock the digital version for free on Whympr. The best of both worlds—paper and digital—for ultimate convenience.
• Digital-only options on Whympr:
  • Single stage (Topo Pro): €1.09
  • Full guide (Topo Pro Digital): €19.99

How to Find the Digital Tour du Mont-Blanc Guide on Whympr?

To access the Topo Pro guides in Whympr:

• Go to the Shop tab in the app
• Search for the Tour du Mont-Blanc in the search bar
• Open the map view and filter to display only Topo Pro routes (marked with a blue star)

Get ready to plan your adventure like a pro with Whympr and Andapura.

How Well Do You Know the Tour du Mont-Blanc?

It may be less technical than the GR20 or closer than the W Trek in Patagonia, but the Tour du Mont-Blanc still requires solid skills. Knowledge of the mountain environment and good physical fitness are essential. Before diving headfirst into this adventure, here are a few key points to consider.

The Tour du Mont-Blanc is a multi-day trek crossing three countries: France, Italy, and Switzerland. The trails are well-marked, and mountain huts offer accommodation, but don’t be fooled—this is still an alpine environment. You’ll need to factor in unpredictable weather, snow conditions, and the state of the trails. Some sections can be technically challenging, and the elevation gain is significant.

Most mountain huts are open from June 15 to September 15. It’s crucial to call ahead to book and check with hut managers for up-to-date trail conditions. Snow patches (névés) can remain until mid-July, making certain sections tricky or even dangerous.

Whympr’s Advice

For additional information, you can contact the Office de Haute Montagne in Chamonix (La Chamoniarde).
Pro tip: If possible, start your Tour du Mont-Blanc on a weekday to avoid the weekend crowds.

What’s Inside the Tour du Mont-Blanc Guide?

The Andapura Editions guidebook provides two versions of the Tour du Mont-Blanc:

• The Classic Route (9 stages):
  • Requires solid fitness
  • 5-6 hours of hiking per day
  • 1,000m elevation gain per day
  • 15-20 km per day

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• The Alpine Route (10 stages):
  • A more challenging and remote alternative
  • Suitable for experienced hikers
  • Off-trail sections, steep terrain, scree slopes
  • 7-hour hiking days with significant elevation gain
  • Ability to switch back to the classic route if needed

Éditions Andapura: Behind the Tour du Mont-Blanc Guidebook

Sandra Ortiger, founder of Éditions Andapura, is the author of the Tour du Mont-Blanc guidebook. A seasoned mountain leader, climber, trail runner, and alpinist, Sandra has completed the Tour du Mont-Blanc more than ten times and knows its every trail.

Based in Passy, at the foot of Mont Blanc, she launched Éditions Andapura during the Covid period. With a background as a journalist and creative director, she has also written guidebooks for the Grande Traversée des Alpes (also available on Whympr) and Les Plus Beaux Tours Face au Mont-Blanc.

The motto of Éditions Andapura?
“Books made for walking.” The goal is to provide everything you need to explore the most stunning hikes in the Alps, from the iconic routes to the most remote and wild trails.

Now it’s your turn to embrace the great outdoors and mountain adventures!

Whympr: Paper and Digital Guidebooks Working Hand in Hand

You may already know Whympr, the Chamonix-based app that brings together all the tools needed to plan a mountain outing. Its approach? Collaborating with many guidebook publishers to offer digital versions of routes.

Digital and paper are not in opposition; they complement each other. This is the vision of Tim MacLean, CEO of Whympr, which led to the creation of Topos Pro. The idea? Providing digital guidebooks tailored to the app for all outdoor activities: hiking, ski touring, climbing, mountaineering…

A Network of Publishers Across France

Whympr partners with many publishers to expand its Topos Pro collection:

• VTOPO: Les Calanques, Belledonne, Gorges du Destel (hiking, climbing)
• CQFD Éditions: Verdon (climbing)
• Ekiproc: Arves Valley, Aravis, Giffre, Foron, and Risse valleys (climbing)
• JMEditions: Chamonix (mountaineering)
• Éditions Vamos: Outdoor activities in the Chamonix valley

Fair Compensation for Authors

Just like with a printed book, a portion of Topos Pro sales is given back to the authors. This model not only compensates their work but also supports the maintenance of natural sites, such as climbing cliffs.

The Tour du Mont-Blanc in Both Paper and Digital Formats

The Tour du Mont-Blanc guidebook by Éditions Andapura includes:

• A QR Code at the beginning of the book to access Topos Pro for free on Whympr
• CQR Codes on each route, providing direct access to GPX tracks and detailed descriptions

📌 Be sure to keep your receipt to activate your access to Topos Pro!

For more details on Whympr’s Topos Pro, check out a dedicated article on our blog and a video tutorial on YouTube.

The Tour du Mont-Blanc is Yours!

Eager to hit the trails? Now that you know all about the Tour du Mont-Blanc guidebook from Éditions Andapura, you can add this trek to your wishlist and start planning your summer adventure.

Remember to stay cautious on the trails, book your refuge stays in advance, and resist picking wildflowers—and everything should go smoothly. We can’t wait to read about your adventures on Whympr!

Passionate about Hiking?

Discover the Topos Pro for the Grande Traversée des Alpes by Éditions Andapura, as well as the Topos Pro for hiking around Chamonix by Éditions Vamos.

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