Glacier des Pélerins, Valley glacier in Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, France
Glacier des Pélerins is a valley glacier in the Mont-Blanc massif stretching between the Aiguille du Plan and Aiguille du Midi. The ice mass displays typical glacial features including crevasses, seracs, and a surface of compacted snow and exposed ice.
The glacier takes its name from pilgrims who historically walked to the nearby Chapelle des Pélerins. The region has been a significant passage for mountaineers seeking to reach Mont-Blanc for centuries.
Local mountaineering guides frequently incorporate this glacier into their educational programs about Alpine geology and glacial formations for visiting groups.
The terrain surrounding the glacier is steep and requires alpine experience along with proper equipment such as crampons and ropes. Access depends on snow cover and conditions, so local advice before visiting is recommended.
The glacier moves continuously downward and shows visible changes over years, making it a tangible example of glacial dynamics. Visitors can clearly observe how ice breaks and crevasses form as the mass shifts downslope.
Location: Chamonix-Mont-Blanc
GPS coordinates: 45.89220,6.88806
Latest update: December 14, 2025 20:00
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