Two French alpinists break Mont Blanc speed climbing record
Summary
Two French climbers set a new world record for the fastest climb from Chamonix to the top of Mont Blanc and back. They completed the round trip in 4 hours, 41 minutes, and 24 seconds, beating the previous record by two minutes.Key Facts
- The climb started from the French ski resort city of Chamonix.
- The route was to the summit of Mont Blanc and back to Chamonix.
- The new record time is 4 hours, 41 minutes, and 24 seconds.
- The previous record was two minutes longer.
- The achievement was made by two French alpinists (mountain climbers).
- Mont Blanc is the highest mountain in the Alps and western Europe.
- The record is officially recognized as a world record.
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