Title – Aiguille du Midi
Date – March 2004
Location - Chamonix - France
The Aiguille du Midi (3800m) is the highest ski point in Europe and not for the faint hearted. After the exuberating ride to the top you have to cross a thin ledge, with a serious drop off on one side, before setting off on the 17km off-piste ski route to Chamonix some 2800m below you.
The skiing is only suitable for experienced skiers. There are several routes down the mountain and a ski guide is essential. If going the ‘extreme’ route then a harnesses, ropes, transponders and other safety equipment is equally important.
Beyond The Blue believes that preparation and planning is essential to any trip be it a day trip down a mountain littered with crevasses or a two year trip taking in 50 new countries. Our Gap Year and Independent Travel Safety & Awareness workshop provides those attending with vital personal safety advice and techniques, as well as practical advice on travel related subjects.
Please visit our website at www.safegapyear.com
Image – ©Peter Mayhew
Date – March 2004
Location - Chamonix - France
The Aiguille du Midi (3800m) is the highest ski point in Europe and not for the faint hearted. After the exuberating ride to the top you have to cross a thin ledge, with a serious drop off on one side, before setting off on the 17km off-piste ski route to Chamonix some 2800m below you.
The skiing is only suitable for experienced skiers. There are several routes down the mountain and a ski guide is essential. If going the ‘extreme’ route then a harnesses, ropes, transponders and other safety equipment is equally important.
Beyond The Blue believes that preparation and planning is essential to any trip be it a day trip down a mountain littered with crevasses or a two year trip taking in 50 new countries. Our Gap Year and Independent Travel Safety & Awareness workshop provides those attending with vital personal safety advice and techniques, as well as practical advice on travel related subjects.
Please visit our website at www.safegapyear.com
Image – ©Peter Mayhew
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