La Madone – Premiere

Chamonix, the cradle of alpinism, has witnessed both legendary triumphs and daring challenges. It is here that Lucien Boucansaud and Guillaume Pierrel set out on an unprecedented adventure: linking, in a single race, the seven sacred Madonnas of the Mont Blanc massif.

Perched atop the region’s most imposing peaks, these statues are remnants of a time when people sought guidance and meaning in the mountains. Their journey takes them across three countries – France, Italy, and Switzerland – in search of a forgotten heritage.

Following in the footsteps of past alpinists and guided by the insights of figures like Catherine Destivelle and Étienne Klein, they uncover a deeper truth: these statues hold more than history—they embody the spirit of a universal legacy, blending achievements, beliefs, and alpine traditions.