The Tour du Mont-Blanc is far more than a hiking route. Crossing three countries, it rests on a collective organisation that keeps the experience consistent from end to end. This coordination between local stakeholders links the stages of the Tour together, guarantees the quality of the welcome and makes planning easier for hikers.
Founded in 2011, the Association des Gardiens de Refuges du Tour du Mont-Blanc brings together professionals who welcome hikers in France, Italy and Switzerland.
Together, we champion an authentic, welcoming and high-quality TMB, true to the spirit of the mountains and those who bring them to life.
Hiking the Tour du Mont-Blanc also means staying with men and women who love the mountains and uphold their values, and sharing a meal, a dormitory, a story or a moment with hikers from all over the world.
Behind every stage of the Tour du Mont-Blanc are men and women who live and work in the mountains. Day in, day out, they welcome hikers, share their knowledge of the area and help make the Tour a unique experience — both human and genuine.
We look forward to welcoming you to our accommodation, which reflects the spirit of the mountains: varied in style, some simple and rustic, others more comfortable, but all sharing the same ethos of modesty and simplicity. Unpretentious hospitality, inspired by mountain culture and an appreciation for the essentials.
The association is founded in Chamonix
The network grows across the three countries
A coordinated network and a consistent experience
The Tour du Mont-Blanc took shape gradually, thanks to the commitment of local stakeholders.
