Mont Tondu, Alpine summit in Les Contamines-Montjoie, France.
Mont Tondu rises to 3196 meters within the Mont Blanc massif, featuring glacial slopes and prominent rocky outcrops along its ascending paths.
The Robert Blanc mountain refuge, constructed at 2750 meters elevation near Mont Tondu, serves mountaineers accessing the peak since its establishment.
Mont Tondu represents a fundamental stage for alpinists transitioning from beginner to intermediate climbing levels in the French mountaineering tradition.
Access to Mont Tondu requires a three-day journey from the valley, with overnight stays at mountain shelters and specialized climbing equipment.
The Pain de Sucre section of Mont Tondu contains a cable-equipped path leading to Col du Tondu, combining technical climbing with glacier navigation.
Location: Les Contamines-Montjoie
Location: Bourg-Saint-Maurice
Elevation above the sea: 3,196 m
GPS coordinates: 45.76352,6.75536
Latest update: June 23, 2025 11:11
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