Mont Chétif, Mountain summit in Courmayeur, Italy

Mont Chétif is a mountain summit near Courmayeur reaching approximately 2,343 meters (7,687 feet) in the Graian Alps. Multiple climbing routes lead to the top, with some sections secured by metal chains and fixed safety equipment for climbers.

Shepherd paths on this mountain have been used for centuries to reach high pastures in the Graian Alps, connecting valley settlements with seasonal grazing lands essential for local herding. Over time, these routes evolved into the climbing paths used by mountaineers today.

On the summit stands a statue of the Virgin Mary, blessed in person by Pope John Paul II. The sources record no summit cross. The name Mont Chétif means "gracile mountain" in French, a description of the peak's slender profile rather than of any religious use.

The climb begins at Pré de Pascal in Val Veny with moderate terrain in lower sections before steeper ascents higher up. The best time to visit is from June through October when snow melts and conditions are most stable for climbing.

From this summit you face directly toward the Mont Blanc massif with sunrise views unfolding over Europe's tallest peak. This vantage point has made it a favored spot for photographers seeking morning light displays across the neighboring mountain.