Aiguille du Midi, Mountain summit in Chamonix, France.
The Aiguille du Midi stands at 3,842 meters in the Mont Blanc massif, featuring two cable car sections that transport visitors through an elevation gain of 2,800 meters.
The first successful climb to the summit occurred in 1818, when Antoni Malczewski and J.M. Balmat led a group of five guides to reach the peak.
The mountain's name translates to 'Needle at Midday' because the sun positions directly above its peak when observed from Chamonix church at noon.
The cable car journey from Chamonix to the summit takes approximately 20 minutes, with temperatures at the top frequently dropping below -10°C even during summer months.
The glass skywalk 'Step into the Void' suspends visitors 1,035 meters above ground, while 'Le Tube' provides a steel gallery circling the central summit.
GPS coordinates: 45.00000,6.05000
Latest update: April 22, 2025 21:35
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