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Explore our selection of articles... From trail conditions and route advice, to local events and seasonal highlights, our team shares practical information to help you plan your adventure.
Watch What to Pack for your hike
This packing video covers everything you will need to carry in your backpack for the TMB, Alta Via 1 or Haute Route. By Happy Tracks Co-owner and guide Joel.
Tour du Mont Blanc Conditions 2024
Looking for a Tour du Mont Blanc Conditions report? Well look no further! With our team of local guides, we’ll post regular updates from around the Tour du Mont Blanc (TMB). Follow this post for monthly photos, trail descriptions and…
Waterproof or water-resistant?
In this post, we’ll explain the difference between waterproof and water-resistant clothing. We’ll consider the advantages of each, and we’ll share our favourite items. We’re writing to help fellow hikers choose the right gear, so you can stay safe in…
Essential TMB Packing List : Pack Smart, Hike Happy
In this guide, we’ll share our ultimate TMB packing list, along with a few extra tips and tricks. First we’ll highlight which equipment is essential, then we’ll look at how to pack your bag and make it lighter. All the…
How to get from Geneva to Chamonix
How to get from Geneva to Chamonix? This can seem like a daunting mission. Is it best to take a train? A bus? Can you just show up and buy a ticket? What if your flight is delayed? And even…
Hiking Snacks
What are the best hiking snacks? And what makes a good hiking snack, anyway? A common question when preparing for a hike is what hiking snacks should I bring? Don’t worry, we have you covered. Author : Lauren is a…
Wolves in Chamonix
In 2020, the Chamonix valley lost a number of sheep to wolf attacks. Since then, wolves in Chamonix have become a hot topic. And despite various protective measures, they have not been put off. It seems they’re here to stay,…
TMB 2023 Conditions
This post is dedicated to the TMB 2023 conditions. We’ll share our observations of the trails, and we’ll give you an overview of the weather so far. As the summer progresses, a lot of the observations will come from our…
Typical TMB day : all you need to know
As experienced, local guides, we know what a typical TMB day looks like! We have hiked the Tour du Mont Blanc (TMB) many times, in June, July, August and September. Below you will find a “description of a typical day…
What is a mountain refuge : everything you need to know
If you’re hiking the Tour du Mont Blanc, the Haute Route, or one of the Alta Via trails, you’ll probably stay in a mountain refuge. Perched high above the valleys, these remote huts are a defining character of hiking in…