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Why is climbing Mont Blanc so dangerous?
Western Europe's tallest peak Mont Blanc, which spans France, Italy and Switzerland, is one of the most dangerous and deadly in the world. Despite this, thousands attempt the climb each year - and many of them have little mountaineering experience.