This is a brilliant video - great shots and music and I love that you captured all the reality of the trail - good and bad weather - with smiles on your faces. Thank you!
Thoroughlenjoyed your TMB vlog. We finished the TMB in August 2023. Your video is a fantastic overview of the TMB, though we had much better weather, thanks to the European summer heatwave.
Well done Deen & Alette!! Fantastic record of your journey packed with important good information and tips! Glorious trip, stunning views beautifully articulated by 2 excellent guides who always had a smile regardless of the weather or challenges! Great effort!
Awesome! This is what people need to experience more, for many reasons (to be open minded, mental health, enjoy nature etc. 🙏). And u see good people which is rly nice. Bedankt! 🤝
Your journey on the Tour du Mont Blanc was truly inspiring! 🏔 It's evident you had an incredible adventure with stunning landscapes and positive vibes. Your video provided so much valuable information, and I truly appreciate that. 🌄 I'm planning my own TMB adventure, and your video has been incredibly helpful in getting me prepared and excited for it. Keep up the fantastic work, and thanks for sharing this incredible experience with all of us! 🎒🌟
FANTASTIC VIDEO (and Music) !!! It REALLY brought back memories - video much sharper than the MANY photos I took, back when I did the TMB (with 2 male friends) back in Sept 2012. We hiked over both Grand col Ferret and Fenetre d'Arpette, in very nice weather: They were, in equal parts, both Spectacular and Strenuous ! But even on the lower routes, it was nice to just enjoy the authentic architecture and cultural setting. I am so sorry that your weather did not always cooperate. We had thunder only twice: Overnight, while in Trient, and also late evening staying at Lac Blanc. But after Lac Blanc, Day 11 was All Rain, so we hiked downhill from near La Flegere back through Chamonix to Les Houches (and Hot Water !). Sad that your experience at Refuge Lac Blanc was so mixed in quality - confirming what I had read about the place in recent years. But, in contrast, Refuge de Balme seemed more friendly (to non-guests) than when we stopped there. I was apprehensive about The Ladders, but the first two were the only ones where I felt "exposed". Just Don't Look Down. Thanks Again !
Thank you so much! Great that it brought back so many memories! Even though the weather was not perfect, it made our TMB and we loved it. Any more adventures planned?
@@Hikaholics Now at age 63 (not a (heavier) 52) - and reduced activity since successfully avoiding COVID - I think I'd want a Full Medical Work-up, before trying something similar to the TMB ! XD
Very well done - you guys were so positive and always smiling. Good choice of music too. Great videography. Keep it up. Love from US. I am doing the TMB with my wife (and other friends) in late June2023. Looking forward to it.
Absolutely stunning views! Such amazing videos! I'm shocked more people have not viewed your beautiful journey. Thank you for sharing this fun adventure. You both seem like smart people with such positive attitudes on the trail. I loved every minute of it. I want to do this and am trying to do my homework before i take the plunge. It's incredible how you both woke up and started your day on the trail with such enormous smiles and ended the hike with the same big smiles. Keep up the exploration of this beautiful world and please continue to share with us all. Be safe out there!
Hi Renee! Thank you so much for your kind words. It makes our hearts warm ❤️❤️ we know for sure that you will hike this trail with the same big smile as us ❤️ It’s an incredible journey. And again, thank you so much for all the compliments. It means the world to us
Hi Noel!! Thank you so much for the compliments, it means the world to us! Glad our video helps. Let us know if you have any questions left, always happy to help out. Enjoy your TMB!
I really enjoy your videos. I really enjoy your communication style, info, etc. I have adopted Alette’s words for the gifts of the trails: Trail Angels, Trail gifts, Trail Magic, etc. And love the music choices. Can’t stop watching!
Love your beautiful well info video. It's like watching a hiking movie! Thank You! May I ask it is possible to do the same in October? I knew my favourite refuge Du La Blanc (into the view) would be closed, is that any refuge next to it open in early October? or any advise I can spent a night there besides camp. I wish to witness the sunrise and sunset at Mont Blanc. Understood you both did not pre-booked the refuge in this adventure?
Thank you so much! That’s really sweet ❤️ we know people who have hiked the TMB during the winter months (November , December), but then there will be a lot of snow. You really have to be well equipped and experienced to hike this trail when there is a lot of snow. We hiked parts of the TMB in September and then there was no snow and the autumn colors where absolutely amazing! So yeah, keep a close eye on the trail conditions and decide for yourself if you are experienced enough for the conditions there are at that moment. Have you checked if refuge lac blanc has a winter room? Refuges leave a door open during the winter months for people to crash if they need a place to stay. Otherwise there is refuge de la flegere! Not sure if that one is open in October Ps: there are webcams around the mountains of chamonix for people to watch the trail conditions. For around lack of blanc you can watch the camera of flegere Pps: there is also a super helpful Facebook group for people who hike the TMB. Maybe you can find people there who will hike it in October as well and plan together?
@@Hikaholics I've been planning this for quite some time now, and I'm almost ready to make the leap. Just need to finalize when that will be. Exciting times ahead!
Deze gekeken voor ik naar de TMB vertrok en nu net nog eens, een paar maanden na mijn eigen TMB eind juni/begin juli 23. Leuk om nu weer heel veel punten te herkennen en ook waar wij een stuk anders gelopen hebben dan jullie. Plus dat wij de tent mee hadden. Mooi verslag en een mooie reis.
Thanks Djilan! Fijn om te horen dat je het mooi vond! Welke stukken zijn jullie anders gelopen? Wij willen hem ook nog een keer lopen met tent en dan de andere richting op. Is het aan te raden met tent? Nogmaals bedankt!
@@Hikaholics wij zijn op dag 1 van Les Houches via Col de Tricot naar Les Contamines gelopen en daar de camping gepakt. Dag 2 van Les Contamines naar Les Chapieux, jullie zijn daar niet gekomen ivm de route over Col de Fours. Bij ons was die route eind juni niet veilig. Daarna hebben jullie ivm het weer het stuk naar Ref Elena en Col de Ferret overgeslagen. Wij zijn wel via die route naar La Fouly gelopen. Dat waren denk ik de grootste verschillen. Was heel erg prima met de tent te doen! 1 nacht wildgekampeerd tussen Courmayeur en Ref Elena in ;)
Thanks voor je antwoord @@djilan Die eerste dag was inderdaad goed te combineren, maar we konden helaas niet eerder weg van werk... Erg benieuwd hoe de TMB met een tent zou zijn.
My wife and I are hiking the TMB in July and have been soaking up as much information as possible....your video by far is the best. Thank you so much for sharing your hike.
We absolutely love this comment! Thank you so much for the kind words and we hope you enjoy the TMB this July 🙏 if you have any questions, don’t hesitate to ask us
@@trailheadsandterminus3967 I'm heading counter clockwise as well. I guess we'll miss each other. Have a great hike as well! Let's both hope for beautiful weather!
Hi - You mention that you were on the TMB in October. Is there a video? We're visiting mid October and it would be nice to see what sort of weather we might expect.
Hi! We hope you will have a wonderful time in chamonix. During October the fall colours are absolutely amazing. There might be some snow already. Here is the link to the video of the TMB section we did in fall: ua-cam.com/video/xQB-Ewme_tw/v-deo.htmlsi=UORE7eTMXKw7Dng6 And here is a playlist with different dayhikes you can do around chamonix: ua-cam.com/play/PLMWlxKICM2abay2WCkNjg7D4deOSKR2XG.html&si=5vd429IX5VH-xgQA There are many many more hikes, but these were the ones we filmed. We hope you will have a lovely time!
Thank you so much!! Amazing to hear that you are going to hike this beautiful trail! How is hiking in Colombia? Greetings, this time from The Netherlands
Thank you so much for sharing all stages of the Tour Du Mont Blanc. Really enjoyed watching this video with stunning shots of the landscape. 👌👌👌 PS. Jullie zijn vermakelijk om naar te kijken 😉
@@Hikaholics We will be there in mid July 2024. Hopefully no rains nor thunders. We just do 7 Stages only. What Stages do not have water along the route? Thank you again.
Mooie video die goede herinneringen oproept aan de twee keer dat ik de TMB mocht lopen. De bergen zijn nog even mooi als in 1968 en 1998, maar het is zo te zien veel drukker geworden. Mooi hoe jullie niet te ontmoedigen zijn door tegenslag met het weer. Zo te zien waren jullie laat in het seizoen of in een jaar met weinig sneeuw, want ik zag bijna geen sneeuwvelden bij de Col du Bonhomme. Goed dat jullie bijna de complete route in Italië hebben gelopen, geen afsnijders door het dal, want het Italiaanse deel vond ik het allermooiste.
Hi Carel! Wat een mooie woorden, dankjewel. Blij dat onze video veel goede herinneringen oproept. We waren er is eind juni, dus juist aan het begin van het seizoen. Maar het was een extreem laag sneeuw jaar. De paden waren inderdaad wel erg druk, dat zal in ‘68 en ‘98 vast heel anders zijn geweest. Alsnog was het echt een prachtige tocht en wij hopen ‘m ook meerdere keren te mogen lopen
This video is very well done! Such beautiful scenery, footage and insightful explanations along the route. Thanks for taking us along on your journey! I'm looking forward to my organized group trail running trip this summer.
Great video description of the tour and love the music.. We are thinking of doing the tour next summer.. Do you know if there is a way to break up some of the longer days in half thanks
Thank you! That's amazing! Yes you can definitely break up the longer days but you really have to book the huts in advance since all they are fully booked really quick. Bookings are open now, so the sooner the better. Hope this helps?
You guys are awesome! Loved this! You compliment each other so well. Loved the music too ❤. My husband and I are looking forward to hiking this in August. Can’t wait. Thanks for sharing 😊.
Thanks so much Karla!! We love that comment 😍😍 And so happy for you two that you are going to hike this beautiful trail! If you have any questions, we are always happy to help :)
Wonderful video of the complete TMB. I have booked to do the Tour this July so it was greta to be able to walk it with you, to see the scenery, conditions locations and your commentary about the various huts. It might seem unusual but I really loved seeing your pictures of the various signs! Reading guide books gives no idea of where you are and how far it is to go to the next location. When I am on a trail I always take a photo of the signs. Thank you Alette and Deen.
You’re welcome! Glad you enjoyed our video 😍 there are shortcuts but not everywhere. The French side (around the Chamonix area) of the TMB has the most available shortcuts. But you can’t really avoid the bigger mountain passes to go to another country ( unless you have a car). Hope this helps a bit?
Thank you! Yes we would definitely recommend Frogg Toggs. Although they are absolutely not breathable, they are really waterproof and perfect for hikes like these. And for that price 😍
Thank you for watching the complete trail of the Tour du Mont Blanc with pinpoints, commentary and detailed maps. If you are here just for pretty views, consider watching our silent hiking video of the TMB which is only 20 minutes long: ua-cam.com/video/TkxUDgH0xQA/v-deo.html
Thank you!! We carried out stuff all the way by ourselves. It wasn’t that heavy since we did the trek hut to hut. There are options for luggage transfer but we don’t have any experience with that
My (67m) wife (76f) are thinking of doing the TMB next year. Thanks for the great intro! Can you tell me the music you were playing in the background of the video. I loved a lot of it but can't identify it. Cheers!
Hi there! Thank you so much ❤️ You would love the TMB, since it is such a magical experience. We use music from artlist.io! Do you have specific songs you really like? Than I can go back to the edit and let you know the names of them.
You’re welcome! And thanks for the nice comment 😍 Good that you book in advance, that way you can be sure that you have the huts! Already wishing you an amazing trip next year!
@@Hikaholics Our family of 4 loved the complete video All Stages of TMB. We are planning for mid June 2024. Our son Oliver will be 16 1/2 and our daughter Margot almost 15. Both will be Eagle Scout soon. We live in Washington DC. The TMB will be our “Family Philmont”. Philmont is a famous Scout Reservation in New Mexico, very popular among Scouts. Thank you guys for such inspiring video and all the tips! Excellent! Absolutely amazing! And great songs by the way!
Thank you so much Ricardo! You and your family will love the TMB and such an amazing milestone to hike the TMB as your Philmont. We hope you will like the TMB as much as we did and don’t hesitate to ask us any questions about the trail! ❤️
A few questions. Would you recommend learning some French and such before this? I only speak Spanish and English. Also, what was that contraption you’re drinking from @59:48? Love your videos!
Thank you so much! Don’t worry about learning French. We only speak Dutch and English (and we know how to order coffee in French 😂), and we were perfectly fine during the TMB. It’s a super touristic area, so most people know English. We know the basics like good day (bonjour), thank you (merci) and little words like that. But it is absolutely not necessary. The thing we are drinking from is a water filter. It’s the one from sawyer. We also have the katadyn befree which we like more. There are enough regular water refill points during the trail, so a water filter is not necessary. If you want to drink from streams or other water sources during the trail, we would recommend carrying a filter. There are also tablets to filter your water. But if you drink water from the refugees and the big fountains along the way, you will be fine. Hope this helps!
Great video guys, amazing positive vibes, loved it! I'm doing the hike myself in 10 days, I hope I'll be able to capture it as well as you did there with your amazing video :)
I will be organizing a 10-day TMB in Aug or Sep this year. This video is very informative and it gives us a good idea what can be expected per stage. I have two questions - (1) Can someone use cable car, public transport and taxi along each stage to shorten the day hike? (2) Is it easy for someone to get a taxi or public transport to reach the next refuge if he decides to take a break from an expected long day and steep climb? Thanks.
Hi there! Thank you for your compliments. And that's a great idea. Do have in mind that a lot of huts are already fully booked for upcoming year, so be quick with booking the refuges. To be honest, we self booked and self organised the whole TMB. And our goal was to finish it completely by foot. There are a few cable car spots you pass by (certainly the last stretch). But the trail doesn't follow a road or something. I think best is to contact an organisation which maybe can provide you with transport option and help you plan the trail. Hope this helps!
Awesome super journee thanks alot from you guys for sharing this video i like to have same TMB this summer but I have some questions from you if you don't mind to answer .
Thank you! Really depends on where you eat and sleep. But you can do the trail relatively cheap if you buy your own food for during the day (many resupply points along the way) and camp. We stayed in huts that were around 50-75€ pp per night (including dinner and breakfast) and bought lunch at the huts (10€pp) or at the supermarket for cheaper. Hope this answers your question a bit?
Best breakdown of TMB!!! Excellent videos and thumbnails!!! You’re the greatest ever!!! Could you please provide list of hostels and rates please??? Thank you!!! Peace ☮️ and love ❤️, Zin And I’m curious how much the cost was for each meal? And the weight of your gear?? TU!!! I subscribed and liked!!!
Thank you so much! You can check this site for huts and rates; www.montourdumontblanc.com/fr/index.aspx When you book, (called demi pension in French) the dinner and breakfast is included. You can find our gear videos + links to the lists in these videos; Men: ua-cam.com/video/trZskdu_JxA/v-deo.html Women: ua-cam.com/video/TK5k9yW0e80/v-deo.html Hope this helps?
I noticed that with nearly all tour du Mont Blanc videos that there isn’t any mention as to how the accommodations were booked. I wanted to know if you would be willing share how you successfully booked all of the huts you stayed the night in. For example, if you used a booking service or if you booked separately and if so, how you had to secure your bookings and things we should know if we are trying to book?
Great question! This is purely an inspirational and informative video about the trail itself. We will be creating a ‘how to plan the TMB’-video soon to cover that topic. We did book all the huts ourselves and used this website for planning www.montourdumontblanc.com/uk/ We had to do a few cancelations due to late booking. And that did cost us a bit. The biggest tip is to start booking early!
Trailrunners would definitely be enough as long as you have experience hiking on these type of shoes. We have a Packlist video as well where we explain why we choose trailrunners: ua-cam.com/video/trZskdu_JxA/v-deo.html When are you hiking the TMB?
@@Hikaholics I'm going to try TMB untrained and it will be my first long distance hike. However I did a few 1/2/3 day hikes of 6 hours walking or/and 1500-3000 meters height difference so I guess I can do the TMB
@@Hikaholics I'm really doubting between my trailrunners (I love them) or hiking boots. I will pack my luggage light but on the other side I have 3kg extra gear because of camping equipment and drone. I hear hiking boots are better because they give extra support but on the other side it puts more pressure on the knees?
Groetjes terug van twee Nederlanders momenteel in chamonix! Voor deze zomer hebben we een berg beklimming van de grossglockner (Oostenrijk) staan, gaan we 7 dagen door Noorwegen trekken (Hardangervidda en trolltunga), hopelijk de west highland way in Schotland en gaan we nog een Cammino lopen in Sardinië. Lekker vol! Heb jij ook mooie plannen staan?
@@Hikaholics Mooie plannen :-) Ik ben in Noorwegen en Schotland geweest. Twee fantastische landen. In juli gaan mijn vrouw en ik een deel van de Haute route pyrénéenne lopen vanaf de Atlantische Oceaan. En ik hoop begin september ofwel de Translagorai tocht in de Dolomieten ofwel de tocht op de Matterhorn te lopen. De tijd zal het leren. May our plans become souvenirs and not just plans Mogen onze plannen souvenirs worden en niet alleen plannen blijven.
Hi guys. Without a doubt, it was the most incredib and informative video I've seen till now about the TMB. I've been watching a lot and I thin k after having seen yours I've been told it was enough such the good and porecise information about all the steps during the way. I'd likwe to know if ti is necessary to book in advance to stay in refugees. Congretulations. I'1m from São Luis-Maranhão, Brazil. João Leite.
This is so nice of you! Yes it is definitely necessary to book in advance, all the huts are almost fully booked if you wait too long. When are you planning to hike the TMB?
Oh thank you very much for thr answer. I think I'll be doing it after the winter which I consider a good season and I'll have more prepared. Thank you again..
Hello! I would like to know more about the alternative option to avoid the TMB ladders. Is it an easy and doable option? I mean, the alternative route would add how much time and distance? Also, how easy or difficult are the LADDERS? Thank you!
Hi! We both use Altra Lone Peaks. You can check our packlists in this TMB playlist: ua-cam.com/play/PLMWlxKICM2aZ0kgS9YXIVrfSGAH1L_Hj8.html Hope this helps!
Hi!! We booked the tour ourselves, so we didn’t use a company. There are TMB Facebook groups in which there is much talk about booking companies, so maybe you will find a great company via there. Good luck! And we hope you love the TMB as much as we did 😍
Hi Alexei! Thank you so much for your compliments. It means the world to us. We have hiked the TMB the last week of June/beginning of July. Are you planning to go hike it yourself?
@@alexeibandati1007 Most huts only open mid June so May probably will be too soon. Too much snow on the trail during May so that's why the open the huts mid June. But we would recommend booking as soon as possible :)
We used Météo-France which has an app as well. But best to ask the people in the huts along the way for forecasts. They are very accurate most of the time!
Hi Alex! Thank you, and great question. For the TMB you have to pre-book. All the refuges are already open for bookings and it will be pretty quickly be fully booked. Next Friday we will upload a video about how we went around with the bookings. So make sure to stick around and hit that subscribe button
@@Hikaholics Did you ever post the video on booking huts? I don't see it on your channel. I'm trying to book for September '24 now. Hoping I'm not too late...:) Any tips would be appreciated. Thanks for sharing your experiences, wisdom and great spirits!
Hello! Haha those are way too big rain jackets from Frog Toggs. You can check our packlist here: ua-cam.com/video/trZskdu_JxA/v-deo.html Hope this helps? Enjoy the TMB!
All good ? My name is Antonio Varella, I'm Brazilian and I'm going to do the TMB with my wife and daughter, I would like to know if you reserved the shelters with food? And what month did you do the walk? A hug to the couple
Hi Antonio! So cool that you are hiking the TMB together! Yes, we reserved all the huts beforehand. The TMB is a popular trail and most huts are fully booked each season. So if you want to hike it next summer, you have to reserve some of the huts already in January. Best is to join the TMB Facebook group, here is the link: m.facebook.com/groups/MontBlancTour/?ref=share They have a lot of information shared about the trail and mostly give updates when hut bookings open. You can indeed pre book dinner and breakfast with your hut reservation. We hiked the TMB early in the season. It was the end of June/beginning of July. Let us know if you have more questions, we are more than happy to help you! ^Alette
Congrats, nice video and nice trail. Could you explain better the shortcut taken by car? Did you went back to Courmayeur, border crossing to Switzerland and step out in La Fouly? That sounds a very big detour by car.
Thank you! Yes, we went back to Courmayeur, from there crossed the border to France (Chamonix) and then drove to Switzerland and La Fouly. Big detour but that way missed the least of the trail. And we were very lucky that my (Deen's) brother was in Chamonix with a car to give us a ride :) Hope this answers your question?
Lieve mensen, in the last few months I've visited many of the large cities of Europe by train. In the coming months I'm looking to discover the nature our continent has to offer. Are the hiking places generally accessible by train? I'm quite inexperienced and a bit of overweight, do they organize the hike trails with difficulty levels? How do you train for the mountain hikes while in the Netherlands? :) Thank you and best of happiness!
Hi!! Ik geloof dat je ook Nederlands bent, dus ik antwoord lekker makkelijk in het Nederlands. (If not Dutch, please let me know and I will translate it!) Dat is een fantastisch idee. Europa heeft zo veel te bieden. Het is echt prachtig. Wij hebben eigenlijk pas sinds 1 week een auto, dus ja. De hiking areas zijn zeker toegankelijk met de trein. Soms is het wel handig om een bus rit erachteraan te plakken om er te komen. Ik zou de TMB niet aanraden als je geen ervaring hebt in de bergen. De trail is goed aangegeven, maar common berg-kennis is wel nodig. Zoals evenwicht, route planning, weer inschatten, en wat te doen in (levens)bedreigende situaties. De bergen hebben een eigen wil, en daar is het wel belangrijk voor om met vertrouwen erheen te gaan. Wij hebben zelf nog nooit een hike trail gelopen met een organisatie, omdat we allebei veel bergkennis hebben. Maar als het je eerste keer gaat zijn, kan met een gids mee gaan zeker leuk en leerzaam zijn. Ik weer zo twee mensen en een organisatie uit mijn hoofd (Nederlandse) die hiking trails organiseren: - Sietske van : www.meidenindebergen.com - Nicky van : www.shefeelsaliveinthemountains.com - TravelBase (hier kennen wij ook een aantal gidsen persoonlijk van): travelbase.eu/nl/landing Wij trainden zelf in Nederland voor langere tochten door lange afstanden te lopen met rugzak en bepakking op. Zo kan je wennen aan het tillen van gewicht. Daarnaast probeerden wij vooral onze kuiten te trainen, dus traplopen, in de sportschool op zo'n trede machine, en door de duinen of zandverstuivingen te lopen. PS: ook een tip hoe ik (Alette) ben gestart met bergwandelen is door dagtochten te gaan lopen. Dus 1 plek uitkiezen met een fijne uitvalsbasis en vanuit daar verschillende lengtes van tochten op een dag te lopen. Hierdoor hoef je niet alle spullen mee te slepen, en als het niet bevalt, weet je dat het slechts 1 dag afzien is haha ;) Laat het vooral weten als je meer vragen hebt! Liefs, Alette
We hiked the TMB in the end of June! September could be more cold and more snow. We hiked a section of the TMB (mirror lakes section) in the end of September and then it looked like this video ua-cam.com/video/xQB-Ewme_tw/v-deo.htmlsi=elWb9r7uVThh4Ijf
It's a custom map we built in After Effects. We used google earth as a base and imported it in After Effects where we did all the animations. Are you a video editor yourself?
Hi Toby! You will love the TMB in September, the fall colors are absolutely amazing around that time. The rain gear we used during the TMB are the Froggtoggs, here is a link where you can buy them: amzn.to/3OkMH9Q They are not fashionable or anything, but they keep you dry and are super lightweight. We love them. If you have more questions about the TMB, don't hesitate to ask us! More than happy to help
Also we are camping mostly but would be staying in a hotel in courmayeur. But also maybe we are considering a refuge or two after the hardest stages, so what ones would you say are the hardest stages?
@@dogdoghouse We absolutely love trail runners. We never hike on a different shoe than Altra's. Personally, I (Alet) get pain in my shins and feet from hiking boots. However, hiking shoes are a personal preference. If you are used to hiking in boots, I would suggest going with boots. If you are used to trail runners, you should hike in trail runners. You can switch of course, but definitely train in those shoes before going on a long distance trail with the new shoes.
@@dogdoghouse Courmayeur is a great place to stay in a hotel! There are some great pizza places to refuel 😛 Pfew, that's a tough question. Because it completely depends on the milage per day you go. Sections we considered challenging were: - the climb to Col du Bonhomme (stage 2 from our video series). It was a long climb without any shade. So mostly the sun did make us tired. - Stage 3+4 for us. Because we combined those two, since there wasn't any refuge closer by with spots for us to crash. So if you bring a tent and would go camping, that isn't a problem. However, the downhill from Bonhomme is a long one if you go via the variant. - Most of the time, the big mountain passes are the toughest ones, since you climb and decline a lot in one day. One refuge that stood out for us was G. Bertone, since the food there was sooooo good. Pasta for starters, big dinner and desert. It was the best. Hope this helps!
yes, trying to work out life timeline! Hike the Fjallraven Sweden Classic a month ago. it was very tough terrain but overall a great experience. So More to do over that way!
That’s so cool!! We haven’t hiked a fjallraven classic yet, would you recommend it? Sorry for the late response btw, somehow we haven’t been notified by UA-cam about replies 🙈
Hi, we are wearing trail runners. Altra Lone Peak's. You can check our full gear list in this playlist: ua-cam.com/play/PLMWlxKICM2aZ0kgS9YXIVrfSGAH1L_Hj8.html We rather wear shoes than boots as well!
True that is is allowed in some areas (Bivouac from sun down to sunrise). Try to stay above the treeline and away from any huts. But best to check the local rules or ask fellow hikers on the trail. Hope this helps?
Is TMB goed aangegeven dmv pijltjes? En als je alternatieve routes neemt kom je dan altijd terug op de route of is de kans groot dat de beginnende hiker dan verloren loopt😋
Yes alles is echt super goed en duidelijk aangegeven dus verdwalen is bijna onmogelijk. Ook lopen er genoeg andere hikers rond die je eventueel kunnen helpen :) Hoop dat dit je wat gerust stelt?
One more question: I'm doing this hike by myself, and have heard the trail is very busy which gave me a level of comfort. But, you guys seem to be pretty much by yourselves up there yeah?
No it is true the trail can be busy, we experienced that as well. Most shots we try to shoot without any people in it, but they are definitely there. And we were in the less busy time of year (June). So you will always have other hikers and a lot of restaurants/huts for your comfort on the trail :)
If you're planning to stay at the area of the huts you have to book in advance. For wild camping you should check the rules of the area. Bivouac (sunset to sunrise) is allowed in some areas if I'm correct. Have fun on the trail! When are you going to hike the TMB?
What a beautiful trail! And yes weather can change so fast in the mountains it pays to be prepared for many types of weather 😅☀️🌧️❄️
Thank you!! Yeah, you def need to be prepared for everything in the mountains 😅
This is a brilliant video - great shots and music and I love that you captured all the reality of the trail - good and bad weather - with smiles on your faces. Thank you!
Thank you so much Mary! ❤️ glad you liked it, and super happy that you see how much we enjoyed the trail. Thank you for watching 🥰
By far the best TMB video I have watched, and I have watched quite a few. Thank you.
Thank you so much! This compliment means the world to us
@@Hikaholics More than just a compliment. It's a fact. It was also a pleasure listening to you both being yourselves all the time. ❤❤
Thoroughlenjoyed your TMB vlog. We finished the TMB in August 2023. Your video is a fantastic overview of the TMB, though we had much better weather, thanks to the European summer heatwave.
Thank you! Glad that you had better weather haha! Congrats on finishing the TMB!
Great video, beautifully done. What a great hike is the TMB (finished it 2 weeks ago).
It really is!! We can’t wait to hike it again (the other way around). What was your favorite part of the trail?
Well done Deen & Alette!! Fantastic record of your journey packed with important good information and tips! Glorious trip, stunning views beautifully articulated by 2 excellent guides who always had a smile regardless of the weather or challenges! Great effort!
Thank you so much! Are you planning to hike this trail as well? This comment makes our day ! 😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍 have a wonderful week!
Awesome! This is what people need to experience more, for many reasons (to be open minded, mental health, enjoy nature etc. 🙏). And u see good people which is rly nice. Bedankt! 🤝
Thank you! Such a nice comment😍 this is what we love hiking and create these videos 🙏
What Sights too see, from the Lower Levels so Beautiful, Never seen the likes off these sights ❤❤❤❤
Thank you so much!! This area is incredible for sure! Ever been to that area?
I've watched a LOT of UA-cams on the TMB, but have to say, THIS is by far one of the BEST!! I will be making the trek this July!!
Aaah Eddie! This comment makes our day. Thank you so much. You will love this trail, it is so beautiful. Enjoy!!
So funny seing YOU two ⛈⛈⛈...🤣🤣🤣 and 22:40 I thought it was👻👻👻👻... GOOD JOB 👍👍👍👍👍👍
haha love this! SUPRISE! It was me, Alette. Thank you so much
Great video - glad you enjoyed it despite the weather!
Glad you enjoyed it!
Your journey on the Tour du Mont Blanc was truly inspiring! 🏔 It's evident you had an incredible adventure with stunning landscapes and positive vibes. Your video provided so much valuable information, and I truly appreciate that. 🌄 I'm planning my own TMB adventure, and your video has been incredibly helpful in getting me prepared and excited for it. Keep up the fantastic work, and thanks for sharing this incredible experience with all of us! 🎒🌟
Thank you so much! Really happy to hear that our video helps you a lot. If you need any help, don't hesitate to reach out. Enjoy the TMB!
Very well done TMB complete video, love the music.
Thank you so much! Planning on hiking the TMB as well?
Thanks for sharing your detailed trip
Glad you like it!
Sensational!!! Wonderful landscapes. Thank you for sharing. Big hug from Brazil.
Hi Celio! Thank you so much for your compliment. Greetings from The Netherlands!
FANTASTIC VIDEO (and Music) !!! It REALLY brought back memories - video much sharper than the MANY photos I took, back when I did the TMB (with 2 male friends) back in Sept 2012.
We hiked over both Grand col Ferret and Fenetre d'Arpette, in very nice weather: They were, in equal parts, both Spectacular and Strenuous ! But even on the lower routes, it was nice to just enjoy the authentic architecture and cultural setting.
I am so sorry that your weather did not always cooperate. We had thunder only twice: Overnight, while in Trient, and also late evening staying at Lac Blanc. But after Lac Blanc, Day 11 was All Rain, so we hiked downhill from near La Flegere back through Chamonix to Les Houches (and Hot Water !).
Sad that your experience at Refuge Lac Blanc was so mixed in quality - confirming what I had read about the place in recent years. But, in contrast, Refuge de Balme seemed more friendly (to non-guests) than when we stopped there.
I was apprehensive about The Ladders, but the first two were the only ones where I felt "exposed". Just Don't Look Down. Thanks Again !
Thank you so much! Great that it brought back so many memories! Even though the weather was not perfect, it made our TMB and we loved it. Any more adventures planned?
@@Hikaholics Now at age 63 (not a (heavier) 52) - and reduced activity since successfully avoiding COVID - I think I'd want a Full Medical Work-up, before trying something similar to the TMB ! XD
Very well done - you guys were so positive and always smiling. Good choice of music too. Great videography. Keep it up. Love from US. I am doing the TMB with my wife (and other friends) in late June2023. Looking forward to it.
Thank you so much!! Loving all the compliments ❤️ We are sure that you will be smiling too all the way when hiking this magnificent trail 😍 Enjoy!!
Hi Deen and Alette, thx for a great video. Now im for sure planning to walk this trail. Greetings from a new subscriber from Holland!
Hi Jeroen! Dank je! and thanks for the nice comment! When are you going to hike this beautiful trail? Greetings from the NL back at you
Brings back so many wonderful memories! 💜🏔️🥾
That’s great to hear😍 when did you hike this beautiful trail?
Absolutely stunning views! Such amazing videos! I'm shocked more people have not viewed your beautiful journey. Thank you for sharing this fun adventure. You both seem like smart people with such positive attitudes on the trail. I loved every minute of it. I want to do this and am trying to do my homework before i take the plunge. It's incredible how you both woke up and started your day on the trail with such enormous smiles and ended the hike with the same big smiles. Keep up the exploration of this beautiful world and please continue to share with us all. Be safe out there!
Hi Renee! Thank you so much for your kind words. It makes our hearts warm ❤️❤️ we know for sure that you will hike this trail with the same big smile as us ❤️ It’s an incredible journey. And again, thank you so much for all the compliments. It means the world to us
Thanks soooo much for this video Such a great help Doing TMB Next summer Was easy to plan after watching this THANKS A MILLION And happy hiking 😍
Hi Noel!! Thank you so much for the compliments, it means the world to us! Glad our video helps. Let us know if you have any questions left, always happy to help out. Enjoy your TMB!
So beautiful. Love your positive energy. Thank you for sharing!
Thank you so much Elizabeth!
Musics in the video kept me watching the whole. Scenes and songs are perfectly matched and absolutely amazing ❤❤
Thank you so much for this huge compliment! Glad you liked it ❤️❤️
Best TDMB video that we've found, thanks! Great info, just the right amount of commentary.
Glad it was helpful! Thank you so much for your kind words ❤️
Epic movie😍
So, so, so beautiful this video
Thanks Alette & Deen for taking us with you on this amazing naturetrail! 🙏💚❤️
Ah that's so sweet. Thank you so much! Stay tuned for more epic videos ❤️
I really enjoy your videos. I really enjoy your communication style, info, etc. I have adopted Alette’s words for the gifts of the trails: Trail Angels, Trail gifts, Trail Magic, etc. And love the music choices. Can’t stop watching!
Thank you!! Much more to come!
Fantastic introduction to Tour Du Mont Blanc. 😃👍🇦🇺
Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you so much ❤️
Realy nice video, tnks for it. Keep it up😀
Thank you so much! ❤️
Great video, thanks!
Glad you liked it!❤️
That intro is inspiring, good work.
Glad you like it!
Lovely couple, very enjoyable. More informative than other videos I have watched. Thank you.
Hi Trina! Thank you so much for your kind words, it means a lot to us. Thank you!
Love your beautiful well info video. It's like watching a hiking movie! Thank You! May I ask it is possible to do the same in October? I knew my favourite refuge Du La Blanc (into the view) would be closed, is that any refuge next to it open in early October? or any advise I can spent a night there besides camp. I wish to witness the sunrise and sunset at Mont Blanc. Understood you both did not pre-booked the refuge in this adventure?
Thank you so much! That’s really sweet ❤️ we know people who have hiked the TMB during the winter months (November , December), but then there will be a lot of snow. You really have to be well equipped and experienced to hike this trail when there is a lot of snow. We hiked parts of the TMB in September and then there was no snow and the autumn colors where absolutely amazing! So yeah, keep a close eye on the trail conditions and decide for yourself if you are experienced enough for the conditions there are at that moment.
Have you checked if refuge lac blanc has a winter room? Refuges leave a door open during the winter months for people to crash if they need a place to stay. Otherwise there is refuge de la flegere! Not sure if that one is open in October
Ps: there are webcams around the mountains of chamonix for people to watch the trail conditions. For around lack of blanc you can watch the camera of flegere
Pps: there is also a super helpful Facebook group for people who hike the TMB. Maybe you can find people there who will hike it in October as well and plan together?
Nice to follow you guys along this amazing trekking. You are so sweet 🌄. take care and have fun.
Thank you so much! That’s such a nice compliment! Have a nice day ❤️
Great mountains and fantastic hiking trail, Thank you for sharing this great video.
Our pleasure! Planning to hike the TMB as well?
@@Hikaholics I've been planning this for quite some time now, and I'm almost ready to make the leap. Just need to finalize when that will be. Exciting times ahead!
Oh exiting times for sure@@joeblack-travelvlog !! Wishing you already an amazing adventure😍
amazing journey hopely this year will be there for solo hiking
It really is! Hope you can enjoy it as much as we did
Thank you for this video- I’m doing it next year with my friends and - I can’t wait 😊
Thank you for your comment! ❤️ We hope you will enjoy the trail as much as we did!
Deze gekeken voor ik naar de TMB vertrok en nu net nog eens, een paar maanden na mijn eigen TMB eind juni/begin juli 23.
Leuk om nu weer heel veel punten te herkennen en ook waar wij een stuk anders gelopen hebben dan jullie. Plus dat wij de tent mee hadden. Mooi verslag en een mooie reis.
Thanks Djilan! Fijn om te horen dat je het mooi vond! Welke stukken zijn jullie anders gelopen? Wij willen hem ook nog een keer lopen met tent en dan de andere richting op. Is het aan te raden met tent? Nogmaals bedankt!
@@Hikaholics wij zijn op dag 1 van Les Houches via Col de Tricot naar Les Contamines gelopen en daar de camping gepakt. Dag 2 van Les Contamines naar Les Chapieux, jullie zijn daar niet gekomen ivm de route over Col de Fours. Bij ons was die route eind juni niet veilig.
Daarna hebben jullie ivm het weer het stuk naar Ref Elena en Col de Ferret overgeslagen. Wij zijn wel via die route naar La Fouly gelopen. Dat waren denk ik de grootste verschillen.
Was heel erg prima met de tent te doen! 1 nacht wildgekampeerd tussen Courmayeur en Ref Elena in ;)
Thanks voor je antwoord @@djilan Die eerste dag was inderdaad goed te combineren, maar we konden helaas niet eerder weg van werk... Erg benieuwd hoe de TMB met een tent zou zijn.
My wife and I are hiking the TMB in July and have been soaking up as much information as possible....your video by far is the best. Thank you so much for sharing your hike.
We absolutely love this comment! Thank you so much for the kind words and we hope you enjoy the TMB this July 🙏 if you have any questions, don’t hesitate to ask us
I'm starting the hike on Monday July 3rd. Maybe I'll see you there!
@JasonOfStarCommand our first day on trail is July 8th heading counter clockwise. Have a great hike.
@@trailheadsandterminus3967 I'm heading counter clockwise as well. I guess we'll miss each other. Have a great hike as well! Let's both hope for beautiful weather!
Hi - You mention that you were on the TMB in October. Is there a video? We're visiting mid October and it would be nice to see what sort of weather we might expect.
Hi!
We hope you will have a wonderful time in chamonix. During October the fall colours are absolutely amazing. There might be some snow already.
Here is the link to the video of the TMB section we did in fall:
ua-cam.com/video/xQB-Ewme_tw/v-deo.htmlsi=UORE7eTMXKw7Dng6
And here is a playlist with different dayhikes you can do around chamonix:
ua-cam.com/play/PLMWlxKICM2abay2WCkNjg7D4deOSKR2XG.html&si=5vd429IX5VH-xgQA
There are many many more hikes, but these were the ones we filmed.
We hope you will have a lovely time!
Congratulations, it is a beautiful documentary! Greetings from Colombia South America, I will do the TMB this year
Thank you so much!! Amazing to hear that you are going to hike this beautiful trail! How is hiking in Colombia? Greetings, this time from The Netherlands
With such a positive video like this, you make my day :)
Ah!! This is such a huge compliment. Thank you so much. Your comment makes our day
the video is really helpful, thank you for the details of each stage.
Thank you so much! Are you planning to hike the TMB?
Absolutely amazing!!
Thank you!
Thank you so much for sharing all stages of the Tour Du Mont Blanc. Really enjoyed watching this video with stunning shots of the landscape. 👌👌👌
PS. Jullie zijn vermakelijk om naar te kijken 😉
Hi Frank! Dankjewel voor je mooie complimenten. Gelukkig zijn we vermakelijk haha. Heel erg leuk om te horen
PS: het Nederlandse accent was niet te missen gok ik :-P
@@Hikaholics haha Nee idd. Het blijft altijd herkenbaar.
So awesome!!!!! Inspiring! And dreamlike!
Thank you so much! Really appreciate your comments
Great video. Thank you so much. What month was your trek? June or July?
Thank you for the great compliment! We started the TMB in the end of June and finished in the beginning of July 😊
@@Hikaholics We will be there in mid July 2024. Hopefully no rains nor thunders. We just do 7 Stages only. What Stages do not have water along the route? Thank you again.
Mooie video die goede herinneringen oproept aan de twee keer dat ik de TMB mocht lopen. De bergen zijn nog even mooi als in 1968 en 1998, maar het is zo te zien veel drukker geworden. Mooi hoe jullie niet te ontmoedigen zijn door tegenslag met het weer. Zo te zien waren jullie laat in het seizoen of in een jaar met weinig sneeuw, want ik zag bijna geen sneeuwvelden bij de Col du Bonhomme. Goed dat jullie bijna de complete route in Italië hebben gelopen, geen afsnijders door het dal, want het Italiaanse deel vond ik het allermooiste.
Hi Carel! Wat een mooie woorden, dankjewel. Blij dat onze video veel goede herinneringen oproept. We waren er is eind juni, dus juist aan het begin van het seizoen. Maar het was een extreem laag sneeuw jaar. De paden waren inderdaad wel erg druk, dat zal in ‘68 en ‘98 vast heel anders zijn geweest. Alsnog was het echt een prachtige tocht en wij hopen ‘m ook meerdere keren te mogen lopen
Fantastic video with stunning shots. Out of interest what month did you go?
Thank you so much! We hiked it in the end of June/beginning of July!
This is the best TMB video I have come across and is so helpful in helping me plan my trip one day. Thanks so much!!
Thank you so much! When are you planning to hike the TMB?
This video is very well done! Such beautiful scenery, footage and insightful explanations along the route. Thanks for taking us along on your journey! I'm looking forward to my organized group trail running trip this summer.
Thank you so much! Are you trail running the whole route of the TMB?
@Hikaholics yes we are trail running but hiking the climbs though. 🙂 It's completed over 6 days. I'm starting my 16 wk. training plan this week.
@@DnBarPoet77 That's so cool! Can imagine you would hike up the mountains, that's challenging enough already haha! Good luck with the training!
Great video description of the tour and love the music.. We are thinking of doing the tour next summer.. Do you know if there is a way to break up some of the longer days in half thanks
Thank you! That's amazing! Yes you can definitely break up the longer days but you really have to book the huts in advance since all they are fully booked really quick. Bookings are open now, so the sooner the better. Hope this helps?
Amazing👌
Thanks for sharing💚 Myself & 2 kids will be doing TMB a month from now & hoping we can complete the tour🙏
You’re welcome! Oh that’s amazing, enjoy!! If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to ask us :)
You guys are awesome! Loved this! You compliment each other so well. Loved the music too ❤. My husband and I are looking forward to hiking this in August. Can’t wait. Thanks for sharing 😊.
Thanks so much Karla!! We love that comment 😍😍 And so happy for you two that you are going to hike this beautiful trail! If you have any questions, we are always happy to help :)
Wonderful video of the complete TMB. I have booked to do the Tour this July so it was greta to be able to walk it with you, to see the scenery, conditions locations and your commentary about the various huts. It might seem unusual but I really loved seeing your pictures of the various signs! Reading guide books gives no idea of where you are and how far it is to go to the next location. When I am on a trail I always take a photo of the signs. Thank you Alette and Deen.
Thank you so much for this kind comment! We always like to see the pictures of the sings as well haha! Have fun on the TMB this year!!
I'll be there in July also, on a tour with Vagabond Trails.
Práchtige beelden!
Dankjewel!! ❤️
Thank you for this beautiful video, I really loved the scenery and the tips. Question: are their shortcuts along the way?
You’re welcome! Glad you enjoyed our video 😍 there are shortcuts but not everywhere. The French side (around the Chamonix area) of the TMB has the most available shortcuts. But you can’t really avoid the bigger mountain passes to go to another country ( unless you have a car). Hope this helps a bit?
Terrific video! Inspiring and this just might be our next trip. Thanks for sharing!
Thank you so much! If we can help you with anything, let us know. The TMB is amazing
Great video. How did you find the froggs toggs waterproofs? Would you recommend?
Thank you! Yes we would definitely recommend Frogg Toggs. Although they are absolutely not breathable, they are really waterproof and perfect for hikes like these. And for that price 😍
Thank you for watching the complete trail of the Tour du Mont Blanc with pinpoints, commentary and detailed maps. If you are here just for pretty views, consider watching our silent hiking video of the TMB which is only 20 minutes long: ua-cam.com/video/TkxUDgH0xQA/v-deo.html
Nicely done, thanks for sharing. Did you all have your luggage transported to the guys or you carried all every day?
Thank you!! We carried out stuff all the way by ourselves. It wasn’t that heavy since we did the trek hut to hut. There are options for luggage transfer but we don’t have any experience with that
My (67m) wife (76f) are thinking of doing the TMB next year. Thanks for the great intro! Can you tell me the music you were playing in the background of the video. I loved a lot of it but can't identify it. Cheers!
Hi there! Thank you so much ❤️ You would love the TMB, since it is such a magical experience.
We use music from artlist.io! Do you have specific songs you really like? Than I can go back to the edit and let you know the names of them.
thank you for this great insight... what a team you both make a real pleasure to watch.....my wife and I are about top book for september 2024..
You’re welcome! And thanks for the nice comment 😍 Good that you book in advance, that way you can be sure that you have the huts! Already wishing you an amazing trip next year!
Excellent 👏👏👏
Thanks again! Glad you like our TMB series ❤️
@@Hikaholics Our family of 4 loved the complete video All Stages of TMB. We are planning for mid June 2024. Our son Oliver will be 16 1/2 and our daughter Margot almost 15. Both will be Eagle Scout soon. We live in Washington DC. The TMB will be our “Family Philmont”. Philmont is a famous Scout Reservation in New Mexico, very popular among Scouts. Thank you guys for such inspiring video and all the tips! Excellent! Absolutely amazing! And great songs by the way!
Thank you so much Ricardo! You and your family will love the TMB and such an amazing milestone to hike the TMB as your Philmont.
We hope you will like the TMB as much as we did and don’t hesitate to ask us any questions about the trail! ❤️
A few questions. Would you recommend learning some French and such before this? I only speak Spanish and English. Also, what was that contraption you’re drinking from @59:48? Love your videos!
Thank you so much! Don’t worry about learning French. We only speak Dutch and English (and we know how to order coffee in French 😂), and we were perfectly fine during the TMB. It’s a super touristic area, so most people know English. We know the basics like good day (bonjour), thank you (merci) and little words like that. But it is absolutely not necessary.
The thing we are drinking from is a water filter. It’s the one from sawyer. We also have the katadyn befree which we like more. There are enough regular water refill points during the trail, so a water filter is not necessary. If you want to drink from streams or other water sources during the trail, we would recommend carrying a filter. There are also tablets to filter your water. But if you drink water from the refugees and the big fountains along the way, you will be fine.
Hope this helps!
Great video guys, amazing positive vibes, loved it! I'm doing the hike myself in 10 days, I hope I'll be able to capture it as well as you did there with your amazing video :)
Thank you so much Guillaume. That's so kind. You will love it! It's a lifetime experience, you will never forget. Enjoy every single moment of it!
How was it ??
We are also super curious about your trail experiences @guillaumegrandjean6804 @@taniamcinnes7801
Great video, very inspiring, thanks
You're welcome! Planning to hike the TMB as well?
I will be organizing a 10-day TMB in Aug or Sep this year. This video is very informative and it gives us a good idea what can be expected per stage.
I have two questions -
(1) Can someone use cable car, public transport and taxi along each stage to
shorten the day hike?
(2) Is it easy for someone to get a taxi or public transport to reach the next refuge if he decides to take a break from an expected long day and steep climb?
Thanks.
Hi there!
Thank you for your compliments. And that's a great idea. Do have in mind that a lot of huts are already fully booked for upcoming year, so be quick with booking the refuges.
To be honest, we self booked and self organised the whole TMB. And our goal was to finish it completely by foot. There are a few cable car spots you pass by (certainly the last stretch). But the trail doesn't follow a road or something.
I think best is to contact an organisation which maybe can provide you with transport option and help you plan the trail.
Hope this helps!
Awesome super journee thanks alot from you guys for sharing this video i like to have same TMB this summer but I have some questions from you if you don't mind to answer .
Thank you so much!! I hope you will enjoy the TMB as much as we did. Sure! You can ask any question you have ❤️ Happy to help
Thanks!
Thank you so much! This means the world to us
Thank you!! Much appreciated🙏 did you have the chance to hike this beautiful trail already?
Coming up this week!
Enjoyyy!!
What would you say is a reasonable budget per day per person? Absolutely fantastic and well done video!
Thank you! Really depends on where you eat and sleep. But you can do the trail relatively cheap if you buy your own food for during the day (many resupply points along the way) and camp. We stayed in huts that were around 50-75€ pp per night (including dinner and breakfast) and bought lunch at the huts (10€pp) or at the supermarket for cheaper.
Hope this answers your question a bit?
@@Hikaholics yes thanks.
Best breakdown of TMB!!! Excellent videos and thumbnails!!! You’re the greatest ever!!!
Could you please provide list of hostels and rates please??? Thank you!!! Peace ☮️ and love ❤️, Zin
And I’m curious how much the cost was for each meal?
And the weight of your gear??
TU!!!
I subscribed and liked!!!
Thank you so much! You can check this site for huts and rates; www.montourdumontblanc.com/fr/index.aspx
When you book, (called demi pension in French) the dinner and breakfast is included.
You can find our gear videos + links to the lists in these videos;
Men: ua-cam.com/video/trZskdu_JxA/v-deo.html
Women: ua-cam.com/video/TK5k9yW0e80/v-deo.html
Hope this helps?
Wonderful video! And l noticed a google maps track in video. Would you mind to share this track please if you actually have it?
Thank you! Do you mean the GPX/KML? Or the intro map itself?
I noticed that with nearly all tour du Mont Blanc videos that there isn’t any mention as to how the accommodations were booked. I wanted to know if you would be willing share how you successfully booked all of the huts you stayed the night in. For example, if you used a booking service or if you booked separately and if so, how you had to secure your bookings and things we should know if we are trying to book?
Great question! This is purely an inspirational and informative video about the trail itself. We will be creating a ‘how to plan the TMB’-video soon to cover that topic.
We did book all the huts ourselves and used this website for planning
www.montourdumontblanc.com/uk/
We had to do a few cancelations due to late booking. And that did cost us a bit. The biggest tip is to start booking early!
I see in the video that you are both not wearing mountain boots? Would trail run shoes be enough or do you recommend hiking boots like B-C category?
Trailrunners would definitely be enough as long as you have experience hiking on these type of shoes. We have a Packlist video as well where we explain why we choose trailrunners: ua-cam.com/video/trZskdu_JxA/v-deo.html
When are you hiking the TMB?
@@Hikaholics I plan to hike TMB around 10 July. It seems you got a bit unlucky with all those rainy days?
@@Hikaholics I'm going to try TMB untrained and it will be my first long distance hike. However I did a few 1/2/3 day hikes of 6 hours walking or/and 1500-3000 meters height difference so I guess I can do the TMB
@@Hikaholics I'm really doubting between my trailrunners (I love them) or hiking boots. I will pack my luggage light but on the other side I have 3kg extra gear because of camping equipment and drone. I hear hiking boots are better because they give extra support but on the other side it puts more pressure on the knees?
Groeten van een Fransman in Deventer. Heb net een paar van je video's bekeken en vroeg me af wat je plannen zijn voor deze zomer 2023 🙂
Groetjes terug van twee Nederlanders momenteel in chamonix! Voor deze zomer hebben we een berg beklimming van de grossglockner (Oostenrijk) staan, gaan we 7 dagen door Noorwegen trekken (Hardangervidda en trolltunga), hopelijk de west highland way in Schotland en gaan we nog een Cammino lopen in Sardinië. Lekker vol! Heb jij ook mooie plannen staan?
@@Hikaholics Mooie plannen :-) Ik ben in Noorwegen en Schotland geweest. Twee fantastische landen. In juli gaan mijn vrouw en ik een deel van de Haute route pyrénéenne lopen vanaf de Atlantische Oceaan. En ik hoop begin september ofwel de Translagorai tocht in de Dolomieten ofwel de tocht op de Matterhorn te lopen. De tijd zal het leren. May our plans become souvenirs and not just plans Mogen onze plannen souvenirs worden en niet alleen plannen blijven.
Great content guys. May i ask what was your filming setup?
Thank you! We used a Sony A6600 and a DJ Mini 2. Do you shoot videos as well?
Hi guys. Without a doubt, it was the most incredib and informative video I've seen till now about the TMB. I've been watching a lot and I thin k after having seen yours I've been told it was enough such the good and porecise information about all the steps during the way. I'd likwe to know if ti is necessary to book in advance to stay in refugees. Congretulations. I'1m from São Luis-Maranhão, Brazil. João Leite.
This is so nice of you! Yes it is definitely necessary to book in advance, all the huts are almost fully booked if you wait too long. When are you planning to hike the TMB?
Oh thank you very much for thr answer. I think I'll be doing it after the winter which I consider a good season and I'll have more prepared. Thank you again..
Very nice video. What time of the year did you hike in this TMB?
Thank you! We hiked this trail at the end of june. Planning to hike the TMB as well?
@@Hikaholics we are :)
@@kovang3036 Love that! When are you starting this magical hike?
Hello! I would like to know more about the alternative option to avoid the TMB ladders. Is it an easy and doable option? I mean, the alternative route would add how much time and distance? Also, how easy or difficult are the LADDERS? Thank you!
Hi Ricardo, think we already answered you via email. HAPPY TRAILS!!!
Hi, I kindly wanted to know what footwear you use for this tour of Mont Blanc, thanks and greetings from Italy.
Hi! We both use Altra Lone Peaks. You can check our packlists in this TMB playlist: ua-cam.com/play/PLMWlxKICM2aZ0kgS9YXIVrfSGAH1L_Hj8.html
Hope this helps!
@@Hikaholics than you, can you tell me the exact model please?
Did you do the whole tour in these shoes?
Hey there! Which booking company did you guys use? We are looking to plan a trip this year.
Hi!! We booked the tour ourselves, so we didn’t use a company. There are TMB Facebook groups in which there is much talk about booking companies, so maybe you will find a great company via there. Good luck! And we hope you love the TMB as much as we did 😍
Guys , absolutely gorgeous 🎉🎉🎉🎉
When have you been there? Which month/period of the year?
Hi Alexei! Thank you so much for your compliments. It means the world to us. We have hiked the TMB the last week of June/beginning of July. Are you planning to go hike it yourself?
Yes, I would like to experience some unforgettable emotions this May. Or would I need much more time ahead to plan the trip?
@@alexeibandati1007 Most huts only open mid June so May probably will be too soon. Too much snow on the trail during May so that's why the open the huts mid June. But we would recommend booking as soon as possible :)
@@Hikaholics understand! Thank you 😊
What website or app did you use to check the weather forecast?
We used Météo-France which has an app as well. But best to ask the people in the huts along the way for forecasts. They are very accurate most of the time!
Great work, did you have to pre book the refuges or are they first come first serve ???
Hi Alex! Thank you, and great question. For the TMB you have to pre-book. All the refuges are already open for bookings and it will be pretty quickly be fully booked. Next Friday we will upload a video about how we went around with the bookings. So make sure to stick around and hit that subscribe button
@@Hikaholics Did you ever post the video on booking huts? I don't see it on your channel. I'm trying to book for September '24 now. Hoping I'm not too late...:) Any tips would be appreciated. Thanks for sharing your experiences, wisdom and great spirits!
@joannealexander7813 video coming soon! 🙏 think that video will definitely make it easier to plan everything. Have a wonderful weekend!
Thank you! I look forward to watching it! Best!
Hello! Could I ask what poncho you guys are wearing at 5:58? I'm starting my trek in late August and am looking for a poncho like that.
Hello! Haha those are way too big rain jackets from Frog Toggs. You can check our packlist here: ua-cam.com/video/trZskdu_JxA/v-deo.html
Hope this helps?
Enjoy the TMB!
All good ? My name is Antonio Varella, I'm Brazilian and I'm going to do the TMB with my wife and daughter, I would like to know if you reserved the shelters with food? And what month did you do the walk? A hug to the couple
Hi Antonio!
So cool that you are hiking the TMB together! Yes, we reserved all the huts beforehand. The TMB is a popular trail and most huts are fully booked each season. So if you want to hike it next summer, you have to reserve some of the huts already in January.
Best is to join the TMB Facebook group, here is the link:
m.facebook.com/groups/MontBlancTour/?ref=share
They have a lot of information shared about the trail and mostly give updates when hut bookings open.
You can indeed pre book dinner and breakfast with your hut reservation.
We hiked the TMB early in the season. It was the end of June/beginning of July.
Let us know if you have more questions, we are more than happy to help you!
^Alette
@@HikaholicsMy friend, did you go without lunch?
You pass a couple of towns where you can buy lunch for two days as an example or you can bring lunch from the huts you slept in. Hope this helps?
Congrats, nice video and nice trail. Could you explain better the shortcut taken by car? Did you went back to Courmayeur, border crossing to Switzerland and step out in La Fouly? That sounds a very big detour by car.
Thank you! Yes, we went back to Courmayeur, from there crossed the border to France (Chamonix) and then drove to Switzerland and La Fouly. Big detour but that way missed the least of the trail. And we were very lucky that my (Deen's) brother was in Chamonix with a car to give us a ride :) Hope this answers your question?
Lieve mensen, in the last few months I've visited many of the large cities of Europe by train. In the coming months I'm looking to discover the nature our continent has to offer.
Are the hiking places generally accessible by train? I'm quite inexperienced and a bit of overweight, do they organize the hike trails with difficulty levels? How do you train for the mountain hikes while in the Netherlands? :)
Thank you and best of happiness!
Hi!!
Ik geloof dat je ook Nederlands bent, dus ik antwoord lekker makkelijk in het Nederlands. (If not Dutch, please let me know and I will translate it!)
Dat is een fantastisch idee. Europa heeft zo veel te bieden. Het is echt prachtig. Wij hebben eigenlijk pas sinds 1 week een auto, dus ja. De hiking areas zijn zeker toegankelijk met de trein. Soms is het wel handig om een bus rit erachteraan te plakken om er te komen.
Ik zou de TMB niet aanraden als je geen ervaring hebt in de bergen. De trail is goed aangegeven, maar common berg-kennis is wel nodig. Zoals evenwicht, route planning, weer inschatten, en wat te doen in (levens)bedreigende situaties. De bergen hebben een eigen wil, en daar is het wel belangrijk voor om met vertrouwen erheen te gaan.
Wij hebben zelf nog nooit een hike trail gelopen met een organisatie, omdat we allebei veel bergkennis hebben. Maar als het je eerste keer gaat zijn, kan met een gids mee gaan zeker leuk en leerzaam zijn. Ik weer zo twee mensen en een organisatie uit mijn hoofd (Nederlandse) die hiking trails organiseren:
- Sietske van : www.meidenindebergen.com
- Nicky van : www.shefeelsaliveinthemountains.com
- TravelBase (hier kennen wij ook een aantal gidsen persoonlijk van): travelbase.eu/nl/landing
Wij trainden zelf in Nederland voor langere tochten door lange afstanden te lopen met rugzak en bepakking op. Zo kan je wennen aan het tillen van gewicht. Daarnaast probeerden wij vooral onze kuiten te trainen, dus traplopen, in de sportschool op zo'n trede machine, en door de duinen of zandverstuivingen te lopen.
PS: ook een tip hoe ik (Alette) ben gestart met bergwandelen is door dagtochten te gaan lopen. Dus 1 plek uitkiezen met een fijne uitvalsbasis en vanuit daar verschillende lengtes van tochten op een dag te lopen. Hierdoor hoef je niet alle spullen mee te slepen, en als het niet bevalt, weet je dat het slechts 1 dag afzien is haha ;)
Laat het vooral weten als je meer vragen hebt!
Liefs, Alette
What time of year did you go? I'll be going in mid September and I'm not sure how cold it will be haha
We hiked the TMB in the end of June! September could be more cold and more snow. We hiked a section of the TMB (mirror lakes section) in the end of September and then it looked like this video
ua-cam.com/video/xQB-Ewme_tw/v-deo.htmlsi=elWb9r7uVThh4Ijf
One more! What’s the program you used for the maps at the start of every day?
It's a custom map we built in After Effects. We used google earth as a base and imported it in After Effects where we did all the animations. Are you a video editor yourself?
hi guys, amazing video i'm going to d o this with 2 friends in September. Where did you get those waterproofs that I can see at 6:00 in the video?
Hi Toby! You will love the TMB in September, the fall colors are absolutely amazing around that time.
The rain gear we used during the TMB are the Froggtoggs, here is a link where you can buy them: amzn.to/3OkMH9Q
They are not fashionable or anything, but they keep you dry and are super lightweight. We love them.
If you have more questions about the TMB, don't hesitate to ask us! More than happy to help
Thanks guys. Would recommend trail runners, shoes or boots?
Also we are camping mostly but would be staying in a hotel in courmayeur. But also maybe we are considering a refuge or two after the hardest stages, so what ones would you say are the hardest stages?
@@dogdoghouse We absolutely love trail runners. We never hike on a different shoe than Altra's. Personally, I (Alet) get pain in my shins and feet from hiking boots.
However, hiking shoes are a personal preference. If you are used to hiking in boots, I would suggest going with boots. If you are used to trail runners, you should hike in trail runners. You can switch of course, but definitely train in those shoes before going on a long distance trail with the new shoes.
@@dogdoghouse Courmayeur is a great place to stay in a hotel! There are some great pizza places to refuel 😛
Pfew, that's a tough question. Because it completely depends on the milage per day you go.
Sections we considered challenging were:
- the climb to Col du Bonhomme (stage 2 from our video series). It was a long climb without any shade. So mostly the sun did make us tired.
- Stage 3+4 for us. Because we combined those two, since there wasn't any refuge closer by with spots for us to crash. So if you bring a tent and would go camping, that isn't a problem. However, the downhill from Bonhomme is a long one if you go via the variant.
- Most of the time, the big mountain passes are the toughest ones, since you climb and decline a lot in one day.
One refuge that stood out for us was G. Bertone, since the food there was sooooo good. Pasta for starters, big dinner and desert. It was the best.
Hope this helps!
were the meals included, breakfast and dinner in the huts, or additional charge?
Yes, when you book, the dinner and breakfast is included (called demi pension in French). Going to hike the TMB?
yes, trying to work out life timeline! Hike the Fjallraven Sweden Classic a month ago. it was very tough terrain but overall a great experience. So More to do over that way!
That’s so cool!! We haven’t hiked a fjallraven classic yet, would you recommend it? Sorry for the late response btw, somehow we haven’t been notified by UA-cam about replies 🙈
Hi guys. May I ask what shoes you wore? I’m so confused. I would much rather wear shoes than boots.
Hi, we are wearing trail runners. Altra Lone Peak's. You can check our full gear list in this playlist: ua-cam.com/play/PLMWlxKICM2aZ0kgS9YXIVrfSGAH1L_Hj8.html
We rather wear shoes than boots as well!
When did you do this trek? Thank you.
Last week of June and first week of July last year :) Planning to hike this trail as well?
@@Hikaholics yes. beginning August 12
Oh so nice. Enjoy ! If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to ask us :)
Any tips on wild camping it? Im aware they allow it in some places
True that is is allowed in some areas (Bivouac from sun down to sunrise). Try to stay above the treeline and away from any huts. But best to check the local rules or ask fellow hikers on the trail. Hope this helps?
Is TMB goed aangegeven dmv pijltjes? En als je alternatieve routes neemt kom je dan altijd terug op de route of is de kans groot dat de beginnende hiker dan verloren loopt😋
Yes alles is echt super goed en duidelijk aangegeven dus verdwalen is bijna onmogelijk. Ook lopen er genoeg andere hikers rond die je eventueel kunnen helpen :) Hoop dat dit je wat gerust stelt?
Een beetje😋
Gelukkig! En als je meer vragen hebt gewoon vragen he. Altijd fijn als we een beetje kunnen helpen :)
@@JimLycke
One more question: I'm doing this hike by myself, and have heard the trail is very busy which gave me a level of comfort. But, you guys seem to be pretty much by yourselves up there yeah?
No it is true the trail can be busy, we experienced that as well. Most shots we try to shoot without any people in it, but they are definitely there. And we were in the less busy time of year (June). So you will always have other hikers and a lot of restaurants/huts for your comfort on the trail :)
@@Hikaholics ❤
What time of year did you do this?
End of June. Beginning of the season. Planning on going as well?
@@Hikaholics fully booked for this June! We hit the trail 25/6!!!
Around the same time we did the trail!! Hope you will love it as much as we did 💪 Enjoy and good luck! 🤞
Do u guys know if I have to book anything in advance if I’m going to be using my tent
If you're planning to stay at the area of the huts you have to book in advance. For wild camping you should check the rules of the area. Bivouac (sunset to sunrise) is allowed in some areas if I'm correct. Have fun on the trail! When are you going to hike the TMB?
What month did you do the TMB?
We started the end of June end finished in the beginning of July!
@@Hikaholics thank you for the reply, and the awesome video.
You’re welcome! Planning to hike the tmb as well?