Compagnie des Guides de Chamonix

The Compagnie des Guides de Chamonix was founded in 1821 and is the oldest and largest association of mountain guides in the world.[1] The association is based in Chamonix, France, and also has offices in Argentière and Les Houches which are only open during the high winter and summer seasons.[2]

In the summer of 2021, the Compagnie des Guides de Chamonix celebrated its 200th anniversary.[3]

References

  1. ^ Cachat, Jean-Michel (2000), Les carnets de Cachat le Géant : mémoires de Jean-Michel Cachat dit "Le Géant", guide de monsieur de Saussure, paysan de la vallée de Chamonix, ISBN 9782842061616.
  2. ^ "Ofiice - Guides de Chamonix". Archived from the original on 2015-06-12. Retrieved 2015-06-11.
  3. ^ "The 200th Anniversary of the Compagnie des Guides de Chamonix". www.skiweekend.com. Retrieved 2021-06-30.


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