Another week of bad, at times tempestuous, weather with snow and strong winds in the mountains.  Therefore, it is difficult to estimate the depth of new snow.  Looking at the various webcams in the massive will give some idea of the conditions.

The forecast is for better, warmer weather this the weekend, especially in the mountains

This could be a last chance for hikers, climbers and alpinists to profit from this year’s pleasant, autumnal days.

In the high mountain the conditions are already wintery.  There has been virtually no activity for some time, and the OHM has not received any information concerning the mixed routes.

Hopefully this will change as the activity restarts and people (please!) report back.

Some classic routes, such as the Aiguille du Tour, Mont Blanc by the Goûter or the Grand Paradiso are feasible for experienced alpinists willing to accept the long approaches, (lifts and huts closed,) and trail breaking.  Snowshoes could prove useful.

For those wanting day trips, (near the Aig du Midi or the Punta Helbonner; cable cars still open), the Cosmiques Ridge and the traverses of Pointes Lachenal, Aig des Entrèves or Marbrées are feasible, (in mixed conditions).

Rock climbers need to forget the granite in the massive and go for the routes in the Aiguilles Rouges.

(Planpraz lift open) or the valley crags. Good weather has also been promised for the neighbouring valleys and ranges, (Aravis, Chablais, Aosta Valley, Lower Valais etc.)

Lastly, the hiking trails in the valley are without problems.  Make sure you are properly equipped, (good mountain footwear and walking poles,) as the shaded forest trails can be slippery.