Ice Climbing World Cup in La Plagne

The French stage of the Ice Climbing World Cup returns to La Plagne from 29 January to 1 February 2025, at the ice tower in Champagny-en-Vanoise. Organized by the French…
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The French stage of the Ice Climbing World Cup returns to La Plagne from 29 January to 1 February 2025, at the ice tower in Champagny-en-Vanoise.

Organized by the French Federation of Alpine and Mountain Clubs (FFCAM), the competition sees athletes scaling up to 24 meters in record time.

Climbers from 23 nations will battle in two events:

  • The “speed” race, a vertical sprint on ice
  • The “difficulty” challenge, navigating a mixed route of dry tooling and ice

The ice structure, anchored on three legs, serves as the event’s focal point.

In Champagny-en-Vanoise, a commune celebrated as a “Land of Mountaineering,” the climbers showcase their agility, strength, and strategy.

Faced with intense cold and untested routes, competitors must analyse and adapt quickly, balancing power, endurance, and precision.

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