Aiguille de la Brenva

The Aiguille de la Brenva (3,269 metres (10,725 ft)) is a remote rocky mountain peak in the Mont Blanc massif of the Alps.

Nevertheless, it is a distinctive peak, offering a number of very challenging climbs, especially on its east face which consists of vertical granite flakes and cracks.

On its northern side stands a distinctive, slender rock pinnacle about 60 metres high, known as the Père Eternel.

The Aiguille de la Brenva was first ascended on 25 August 1898 by A. Hess, L. Croux and C. Ollier via its south-east ridge.

[4] The peak can be accessed from the Torino Hut via the Toule glacier to reach the Brèche de la Brenva.

Brenva ridge from Pointe Helbronner . Right to left: Aiguille de la Brenva, Tour de la Brenva, Rocher de la Brenva
Mont Blanc massif showing location of Aiguille de la Brenva