TMB: Tour du Mont Blanc (11 Days) 2023 🇫🇷 🇮🇹 🇨🇭

Hiking the Tour du Mont Blanc is an absolute must. Picture yourself surrounded by the most breathtaking mountain landscapes in all of Europe, with Mont Blanc and its majestic peaks as your backdrop. Simply awe-inspiring!Now, let's talk about the weather. Late spring and early summer usually bring mild conditions, but hey, things can change on a dime. It's smart to be prepared for whatever comes your way. So, don't forget to bring those comfy and sturdy hiking boots or trail shoes. And even if the forecast says sunshine all the way, pack a light rain jacket or poncho. Mountains have a way of surprising us with sudden weather shifts.One more thing: let's be respectful to Mother Nature and fellow hikers. Stick to the designated trails and follow the Leave No Trace principles. That means no littering! Remember to pack out all your trash and leave the natural environment as pristine as you found it. We're all in this together!Now, for some general info about the Tour du Mont Blanc
—like accommodation, maps, and reservations—Check out autourdumontblanc.com
And if you're curious about the huts along the trail, tourmontebianco.it/info/rifugi has got you covered.When it comes to getting started, the TMB begins in a charming French town called "Les Houches." The nearest airport is Geneva (GVA). Lucky for you, buses from the airport to Les Houches/Chamonix Sud run five times a day. The journey takes around 1 hour and 40 minutes, and tickets cost between €7 and €10. You can find more details about these bus lines at rome2rio.com/it/map/Aeroporto-Geneva-GVA/Chamonix-sud. For additional info on bus lines to Les Houches, montblancbus.transdev.com/en/reseau/chamonix-busIf you're looking for a list of accommodations along the TMB, check out this open-to-comments file: docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1gHm5zct0F0ZGD-Jq370O6V0HNfpptcVJmlbbg1JKjiU/edit#gid=0