French Army alpinists open new route on Peak 41 in Nepal
Summary
Three members of the French Military High Mountain Group have opened a new 1,400-meter route on the North face of Peak 41 in Nepal. The alpine-style ascent, completed without fixed camps or supplemental oxygen, was named “Bon Matin.”
Key Points
- Three French Army alpinists opened a new route on the North face of Peak 41 (6,654 m) in Nepal.
- The 1,400-meter route, named “Bon Matin,” was completed in alpine style without fixed camps or supplemental oxygen.
- The team consisted of Sergeant Piontek, Corporal Fouillade and Corporal Paulin from the French Military High Mountain Group based in Chamonix.
- The French Embassy in Nepal issued the press release announcing the ascent and route name.
