This majestic ridge crest east of the bulky Mont Blanc massif though not of such great height, surpasses it in its northern and western aspects, with its wildness and elegance. The south side, though not elegant, is certainly wild, being defended by disrupted glaciers and thrusting bastions of distorted rock.
Matterhorn
The Matterhorn (Cervin or Monte Cervino) is the epitome of the majestic peak, among the most famous mountains in the world but correspondingly overcrowded. This does not deter most climbers, and even those who think they can resist its popularity usually change their views when they actually see the mountain.
Everest
Known as Sargamatha (Nepal), Chomolungma (Tibet) or just ‘the world’s highest peak’, Everest rises to 8848m at its summit.
Gran Paradiso
Gran Paradiso is the highest summit of the Graian Alps which lie between Mont Blanc to the north and Dauphiné range to the south.
Eiger
Located in the Swiss Alps, the Eiger is one of the world’s most iconic mountains, made famous by the often tragedy-marred attempts to make the first ascent of its huge north face.
Rock Climbing – multipitch abseil
Glenmore Lodge instructor Derek Bain takes you through all of the steps needed to safely complete a multi-pitch abseil.
Rock Climbing – climbing calls at the top of a route
Glenmore Lodge instructor Derek Bain talks through the process and climbing calls when at the top of the route to ensure a safe, efficient process.
Rock Climbing – stance management on a multipitch climb
Glenmore Lodge instructor Derek Bain demonstrates how to manage your belay stance during a multi-pitch climb, helping you to develop a safe and efficient approach.
Rock Climbing – placing runners on the lead
Glenmore Lodge instructor Derek Bain demonstrates how to place protection while leading, considering protecting the belay, location of protection, direction of travel and rope management.
Rock Climbing – setting up a safe belay on a ledge
Glenmore Lodge instructor Derek Bain demonstrates how to set up your belaying area to ensure a safe, slick and practical process when on a ledge.