Mont Blanc, Highest peak in the Alps.
Mont Blanc is a notable mountain in the Alps spanning the French-Italian border with an elevation of 4,808 meters.
Its first recorded ascent was on 8 August 1786 by Jacques Balmat and Michel Paccard.
The mountain attracts hikers from around the globe, and also influences literature, music, and popular culture.
Many climbing routes are available for adventurers, but are significant challenges that require good fitness and mountaineering skills.
It’s home to the Vallée Blanche, the longest ski run in the world.
Location: Chamonix-Mont-Blanc
Location: Saint-Gervais-les-Bains
Location: Courmayeur
Elevation above the sea: 4,805.59 m
Accessibility: Wheelchair inaccessible
Material: granite, gneiss
Sources: Wikimedia, OpenStreetMap
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Mont Blanc is a notable mountain in the Alps spanning the French-Italian border with an elevation of 4,808 meters.
Mont Blanc de Courmayeur is part of the Mont Blanc massif.
The Vallot Hut is a shelter located near Mont Blanc summit.
