Thanks to Google Maps, individuals can now have the ‘street view’ of the Mont Blanc massif through the eyes of people like Candide Thovex, Ueli Steck, and Kilian Jornet. In addition to the technology involved, these legends talk about what makes Mont Blanc special for themselves as well as those in the area for the first time.

Barclay Idsal is a seasoned writer and digital content producer with over a decade of experience in the ski industry, where writing and skiing rank as his two all-time favorite pastimes. A passionate advocate...