Elbrus 2024

Alexander Avtomonov, the guide of the 7 Summits Club, reports from the Elbrus region:

 Our group, which has not yet been named, started its program in the Elbrus region. Today we went our first acclimatization trip to the slopes of Mount Cheget. We were lucky with the weather today and even Elbrus opened for us. On the descent we passed through Donguz-Orun Lake.

Alexander Dorojukov, a guide of the 7 Summits Club, reports from the Elbrus region:

The group "Elbrusians" accomplished their plans yesterday, we ascended Elbrus. The weather was great, the group was very pleased with our ascent! We are planning the next mountains!

Alexander Avtomonov, the guide of the 7 Summits Club, reports from the Elbrus region:

The team of "Drunken adventurer traveler" in full force ascended to the highest point of Russia and Europe. The mood is great with the weather, we were very lucky, and most importantly, we managed to get down before the thunderstorm.

Dmitry Semenov, the guide of the 7 Summits Club, reports from the Elbrus region:

Greetings from the Elbrus region! Today, our supergroup "Proseco 5642", in full force, climbed Mount Elbrus (5642m). At 7:40 we stood at the top and congratulated each other.

Svetlana Kotlyar, the guide of the 7 Summits Club, reports from the Elbrus region:

 Greetings to all from the Elbrus region from the ZUCCHINI team!  We accept your congratulations! After all, today our whole team ascended the highest point in Europe — Mount Elbrus 5642 m!

The weather was the most wonderful: there was not a cloud in the sky all morning and we had a stunning view of the Main Caucasian Ridge. We froze a little on the Saddle, but then the warm July sun warmed us up.

We stood at the top at 7.30 am, and already at 11 we celebrated our ascent in the refuge with champagne.

It was not an easy climb for all the participants, but all the efforts were definitely worth it. The members have realized their dream! For almost everyone, Elbrus became the first peak in their lives.

Four groups of the 7 Summits Club climbed the Pastukhov Rocks that day. Thus, the acclimatization cycle for all these groups was completed. Ahead is a day of rest and an assault on the summit of Mount Elbrus. The weather was quite gloomy today, sometimes it snowed. The  summit of Elbrus was still not visible. Group guides: Alexander Avtomonov, Alexander Dorojukov, Svetlana Kotlyar and Dmitry Semenov.

Alexander Avtomonov, the Guide of the 7 Summits Club, reports from the Elbrus region:

Our group "Adventurer traveler" went to acclimatize on the slopes of Elbrus. We went up to our assault camp. We learned how to walk in crampons, conducted classes on using an ice axe and moving along snowy slopes. And they managed to get down before the precipitation began.

Alexander Dorojukov, Guide of the 7 Summits Club, reports from the Elbrus region:

The Elbrus group sends greetings from the slopes of Mount Elbrus! Today we went up to our comfortable shelter "National Park". We climbed to a height of 4100, conducted snow and ice classes, waved hoes, and rang carbines. In general, acclimatization is in progress.

Dmitry Semenov, the Guide of the 7 Summits Club, reports from the Elbrus region:

Greetings from the slopes of Elbrus! Today, our supergroup has decided on the name, and now we are "Proseco 5642". Today we went up to our assault camp, where we learned how to put on crmpons and alpine systems. After that, they went to the area of the Refuge of 11, where they held snow classes. We learned how to walk properly on a snowy slope, also mastered movement in ropes and the most interesting thing, worked out the skill of self-arrest using an ice axe. The weather and the condition of the group are excellent.

Svetlana Kotlyar, Guide of the 7 Summits Club, reports from the Elbrus region:

 Greetings from the KABACHKI team from Elbrus!  We are continuing our acclimatization program. Today, after breakfast, we packed our bags, registered the group with the Ministry of Emergency Situations and took a cable car up to the Gara-Bashi station. It was a little cloudy in the morning, but still Grandpa Elbrus greeted us!

We settled into a high-altitude refuge, learned how to properly put on high-altitude boots and crampons, and moved towards Refuge of 11 for snow and ice classes.

By lunchtime, clouds covered the mountain, hail began, but still we managed to work out actively: we learned how to use an ice axe correctly, mastered the technique of self-arrst on the slope, practiced moving along the fixed ropes.

In general, the acclimatization program is going according to plan!

Downstairs, a delicious lunch was waiting for us, prepared by the caring hands of our alpine chef Olga Demina. The guys are absolutely delighted with the service!

Now we are resting and preparing for tomorrow's trip to the Pastukhov Rocks.

Dmitry Semenov, the guide of the 7 Summits Club, reports from the Elbrus region:

Greetings from the Elbrus region! Today our new supergroup, which has no name yet, had a wonderful day. We climbed the picturesque path to the Ai cafe (2700m.) A great day, delicious tea, chebureks with lingonberries, mountain landscapes - everything you need for a good acclimatization.

Svetlana Kotlyar, the guide of the 7 Summits Club, reports from the Elbrus region:

Greetings to all from the Elbrus region from the ZUCCHINI group! Yesterday we checked into our beautiful hotel "Povorot", and today there was the first acclimatization rotation to the slopes of Mount Cheget.

We walked along a beautiful forest path to an altitude of 2700. We walked cheerfully — after all, our goal was to reach the famous Ai cafe to taste the legendary pies and ayran with lingonberry jam.

We quickly went down, had lunch and went to the rental to get the necessary equipment for climbing. The team is great, we've only known each other for the second day, but we've already managed to rally and make friends! Tomorrow we will continue our acclimatization program and climb the Gara Bashi, on the slopes of Elbrus.

The guide of the 7 Summits Club, Alexander Dorojukov, reports from the Elbrus region:

The new group "Elbrusians" sends greetings from the slopes of Mount Cheget! Today is our first day of acclimatization. We walked with beautiful views, in a cheerful company and with good weather.  But, unfortunately, Elbrus did not appear to us today because of a cloud. We are working further according to the plan.

The guide of the 7 Summits Club Sergey Avtomonov reports from the Elbrus region:

The 7 Summits Club group "Imbocracy and Courage" in full force climbed the Western summit of Elbrus. Our only girl climbed on foot from the very bottom, so we were not together at the top. The weather was not the best: snow, poor visibility, wind. But this did not scare us, and we reached the top point! Hooray! Congratulations on the mountain! Now we are making plans for the next ascents!

Two groups of the 7 Summits Club made an acclimatization climb to the Pastukhov Rocks (4700 m). The guides are Sergey Avtomonov and Dmitry Semenov. All the band members rose at a good pace and in a great mood. Tomorrow we have a rest day before storming the summit of Mount Elbrus.

Two groups of the 7 Summits Club climbed the slopes of Elbrus and conducted training on movement on snow and ice. The guides are Sergey Avtomonov and Dmitry Semenov. During these trainings, we have mastered important skills necessary for safe climbing in the mountains.

One of the key elements of the training was the ability to stop falling in the snow on your own, which allows you to avoid potential injuries. We also learned how to walk in crampons in the snow, which significantly increases stability and safety when climbing snow-capped Summits. Everything is going according to plan.

Alexander Avtomonov, the guide of the 7 Summits Club, reports from the Elbrus region:

The team of the 7 Summits Club "Three A" almost in full force climbed the Eastern peak of Elbrus from the north in bad weather. And then we went down to the south side. We even were in time for the cable car. We could admire the beautiful sunsets on the Rocks of Lenz, at an overnight stay. And also the views in the morning at the exit from the Rocks of Lenz, then there was no longer any visibility.

Two groups of the 7 Summits Club started preparing for the ascent of Elbrus and went on an acclimatization rotation on the slopes of Mount Cheget. Guides: Sergey Avtomonov and Dmitry Semenov. Due to good weather, they climbed to the Ai cafe at an altitude of 2,800 meters. Sergey Avtomonov's group still managed to descend to Donguz-Orun Lake to plunge into its cold waters. And after that it started to rain. The teams finished the day by preparing to go out on the slopes of Elbrus.

News from the Elbrus region! In the morning the FREZER team stormed Elbrus, the highest volcano in Europe. The team members have reached different heights and each of them has accomplished his own personal feat. Six participants climbed the main peak of the Western summit of Elbrus - 5642 m. It was frosty at night, slightly windy, and clear and warm during the day.  Guides Alexander Dorojukov and Natalia Marinkevich.

 A guide of the 7 Summits Club Andrey Berezin:

News of the Elbrus region. The Active Life group has climbed the Western peak of Elbrus.  The weather forecast did not come true, but this time for the better. Strong winds were expected, but there was almost calm along the entire route and at the top. As a result, we were able to explore the surroundings at the summit of Elbrus, all the wonderful views that opened up to us from the top point.