Mont Brouillard

Mont Brouillard is an alpine summit in the Mont Blanc massif rising to 4,069 meters with granite formations and steep snow-covered ridges. The mountain shows the typical structure of high alpine terrain with pronounced rock faces and glaciers that change appearance throughout the year.

The first confirmed ascent took place on July 10, 1906 when Karl Blodig, Oscar Eckenstein, and Alexander Brocherel reached the summit. This marked an important moment in mountaineering exploration of the Mont Blanc massif during that era.

The name comes from local Valdôtain Francoprovençal speech and refers to marshy ground found in alpine areas. Visitors can observe this connection to the landscape as they move through the wetter zones around the lower slopes.

The ascent requires advanced mountaineering skills and full alpine equipment including crampons and ice axes. Experience with glacier travel and steep rock climbing is necessary as avalanche hazard and blocked routes demand special precautions.

The Brouillard Ridge covers a long continuous line and offers one of the most demanding climbing routes in the region. Due to its extreme length and sustained steepness, experienced mountaineers rate this route as particularly challenging.

Location: Courmayeur

Elevation above the sea: 4,069 m

GPS coordinates: 45.81760,6.86502

Latest update: December 14, 2025 12:27