South Arete

A long, moderate, and well-protected route featuring a full-array of climbing styles - from dihedrals and hand cracks to razor traverses and steep face climbing.  The views of the Mont Blanc Massif are reason enough to climb the route.  A classic at the grade.

P1-2 Climb the corner system to reach the crest of the ridge

P3-8 Stay close to the crest of the ridge surmounting various steep steps and moderate traverses culminating in the 'razor pitch'

P9-11 Continue up the ridge, passing a steep section before angling right along easy ground along the shoulder of the buttress to arrive at a notch before the final tower

P12-13 Surmount the two remaining short towers (crux) via challenging face climbing

Descend via a single rappel then a descending traverse across various gullies to reach the col of Aiguille de I'Index directly above the chairlift 

Refer to main Chapelle de La Gliere page

Alpine rack, long runners