Circling a Giant: Notes from Eight Days on the Tour du Mont Blanc (TMB)

Planning to hike the Tour du Mont Blanc? This complete Tour du Mont Blanc hiking guide covers everything you need to know before tackling one of Europe’s most iconic long-distance trails. The TMB follows approximately 100 miles through France, Italy, and Switzerland, passing beneath towering Alpine peaks, across challenging mountain passes, and through charming villages along the way.

After completing the Tour du Mont Blanc ourselves, we created this guide to share our route, daily TMB itinerary, accommodations, transportation tips, packing recommendations, food stops, and lessons learned on the trail. Whether you plan to camp, stay in mountain refuges, or combine the two, this guide will help you understand the logistics, prepare for the climbs, and confidently plan your own Tour du Mont Blanc adventure.