Monte Rosa Massif
From Gran Paradiso to Monte Rosa, Aosta Valley - Mountaineering Stage 2
Technical lev. : 4 / 5
MOUNTAINEERING INITIATION
Maximum 5 clients per guide, but this can be reduced to 3 depending on the course and mountain conditions.
You should be comfortable in mountain walking and varied terrain. Easy crampons walking on glacier.
If you have already done a glacier hike it is better but it is not mandatory: if you have good shape and good mental handling, you should have no problem.
Learning of hiking progression in High Mountain, for rather easy races and easy rescue techniques.
Example of level: an easy 4000, such as Gran Paradiso (4061 mt) - Gran Paradiso National Park
Physical lev. : 4.5 / 5
Intermediate level, between 4 and 5. Effort corresponding to approximately 1400m - 2000m of elevation.
Starting from the king of the Gran Paradiso National Park to end with the climb of the Capanna Margherita, Europe highest mountain Hut at 4554 mt, on the well known Signalkuppe or Punta Gnifetti.
This program will allow you in one week to learn the basic techniques of mountaineering, of glacier walking and of new safety systems, while being in a beautiful alpine environment, with huts known for their Italian quality.
. Small groups, maximum 5 people
. Local guides, fluent in English
. Ascent to two 4000m summits in four days - progressive programme
. Discovery of the Gran Paradiso National Park and the magnificent glaciers of Monte Rosa
. View of the most beautiful 4000m peaks of the Alps
. Italian welcome at the Refuge Chabod and Refuge Mantova, well known for their warm welcome and good food
This program will allow you in one week to learn the basic techniques of mountaineering, of glacier walking and of new safety systems, while being in a beautiful alpine environment, with huts known for their Italian quality.
We will start with the ascent of Gran Paradiso (4061 mt) to finish with the ascent of the Punta Gnifetti (4554 mt), in the Monte Rosa massif, where we will stay two days.
Gran Paradiso, a summit at 4000 meters accessible to novice mountaineers who are in good physical condition, is located at the heart of the Gran Paradiso National Park, it is a jewel of the Aosta Valley. It will be your first 4000 which will allow you to well acclimatize for the next ascent.
The Punta Gnifetti is one of the main peaks of the Monte Rosa Massif and it is surely the highest peak in the Alps easily accessible for intermediate mountaineers.
The view from up there is exceptional on all the Alps, you have the impression of having the world at our feet, only the Punta Dufour overlooks us.
Once at the top, we will visit the famous Capanna Margherita - 4554 mt - the highest observatory hut in Europe and we will eat Europe highest pizza before heading back down to the Città di Mantova hut. The hut will be our base camp for the ascent to the Pyramide Vincent (or another 4000 in the surrounding area) and to the Punta Gnifetti.
The guide will adapt to the weather and mountain and group conditions to make the most of this week.
Day 1
VALSAVARENCHE - RIFUGIO CHABOD (2710 mt)
Meeting at 9:00 a.m. in Valsavarenche and departure for the Chabod Hut. Click on the Map below to see the departure point: you can park the car just aside the river.
We will walk about 2/3 hours to reach the hut. During the walk we will have the chance to appreciate the landscapes, the fauna and the flora of the Gran Paradiso National Park. Once we arrive at the hut and after settling in, we will check the equipment and organize the backpack the next day. Night at the refuge.
Day 2
RIFUGIO CHABOD - GRAN PARADISO (4061 mt) - CHABOD HUT
Departure at 4/5 am, ascent to Gran Paradiso and return (6 to 8 hours). The day starts with about 40 minutes of walking on a path to reach the first part of the glacier; the climb continues to reach the glacier shoulder in about 2/3 hours, leaving the last ramp to overtake the glacier terminal and reach then to the Madonnina, following easy steps along the rocky ridge. The descent will be done on the same side. Walking time: about 6/8 hours - return to the hut scheduled for 12.00/1.00 pm, depending on the training of the group. Afternoon and night at the hut to rest properly for the next day.
Day 3
CHABOD HUT - GRESSONEY - RIFUGIO CITTA DI MANTOVA (3498 mt)
Descent from the Rifugio Chabod in the morning. Once back down in Valsavarenche, you will drive together with the guide to Staffal, the last inhabited hamlet in the Gressoney valley, and reach the departure of the Gabiet cable car. We will therefore reach Punta Indren by cable car and from there we will walk for 40 minutes to reach the refuge "Città di Mantova" where we will have dinner and stay overnight.
Day 4
CITTA DI MANTOVA HUT - SNIGNALKUPPE / CAPANNA MARGHERITA (4554 mt) - GRESSONEY - AOSTA
The climb to Margherita Hut starts at the early lights of dawn. After a good breakfast, using front lamps and after being roped up, you will begin your climb along Lys glacier, which will take you to the saddle of the homonym Pass (4248 mt). You will reach the Capanna Margherita, climbing on the top of Punta Gnifetti (4554 mt.), around mid-morning. Once on top our eyes open on the magnificent summits of Punta Zumstein (4561 mt) and Punta Dufour (4633 mt - the highest summit of Mont Rose) and the vertiginous walls of Lyskamm. You will enjoy the satisfaction and the panorama from the hut’s terrace and resume your energies, warming yourself up with a cup of hot tea. The descent will be along the same climbing route. Consider about 5/6 hours of ascent and 3 of descent. You will arrive at Rifugio Mantova for lunch time - you can then take a break and stop for a pasta and finally walk down with the guide to Punta Indren again, to take the cable car back to Staffal. In the afternoon we will descend back down in the valley and return to Aosta.
Arrival
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Price *
Status
Du 18/07/2022 au 21/07/2022
au 21/07/2022
1060 €
Bookings in progress
Du 25/07/2022 au 28/07/2022
au 28/07/2022
1060 €
FULL
Du 01/08/2022 au 04/08/2022
au 04/08/2022
1060 €
Bookings in progress
Du 08/08/2022 au 11/08/2022
au 11/08/2022
1060 €
FULL
Du 15/08/2022 au 18/08/2022
au 18/08/2022
1060 €
Bookings in progress
Du 22/08/2022 au 25/08/2022
au 25/08/2022
1060 €
Bookings in progress
* Price per person (without insurance)
Dates
Below are some dates we propose, but do not hesitate to contact us at info@espritmontagne.com if you wish to organise the Ascent on a different date.
The Ascent for the dates below is guaranteed with 4 participants.
If the number of participants is not reached 21 days before departure, Esprit des Guides SA will cancel the reservation and refund the payment received (3% will be kept for bank fees).
If you wish and if you agree, Esprit des Guides SA can still offer you to pay the remaining balance based on the number of participants reached (see prices above) and therefore guarantee the departure.
First layer on the skin:
Second layer:
Third layer:
Last layer:
Important Additionals:
N.B. Consider a change for when you are back to the hut (you can leave some stuff at the hut).
Covid 19 Special:
Programme thought for well-trained hikers, in search of new perspectives: From Gran Paradiso to Monte Rosa provides a great variety of terrain.
This programme is designed for those who want to discover the mountaineering world and to progressively improve your level throughout the week.
You will need to have a good level of fitness, good sense of balance and the ability to walk on rough terrain.
It is necessary to have a resistance to about 6 to 10 hours of walking a day and a good acclimatization to the high altitude as you will be staying at above 3500 mt. Be aware that the weight of your backpack and high altitude will reduce your usual strength.
It would be advisable for you to properly train and to climb a 3000 peak at least once before leaving for this Tour.
Insurance
We recommend to have your own personal travel insurance, covering accident abroad and repatriation.
How to reach Aosta Valley
Meeting point on the first day:
Meeting at 9:00 a.m. in Valsavarenche and departure for the Chabod Hut. Click on the Map below to see the departure point: you can park the car just aside the river.
If you are coming only for the climb, we can organize you a taxi to pick you up or the mountain guide can come to pick you up on the road nearby Aosta (organization upon booking).
They have loved it...
Magnifique séjour en compagnie de Mickaela, Danilo et Jean-Luc de Esprit Montagne. Je les remercie beaucoup pour leur gentillesse, leur bonne humeur et les belles courses qu'ils m'ont faites découvrir !
Isabelle 2022-02-02
. The assistance of an experienced UIAGM Mountain Guide of our Team;
. The use of equipment for the group (ropes, pitons, karabiners).
. Half board to the huts for yourself and the guide;
. Transfers from Aosta to Gressoney, round trip;
. Cablecar tickets from Staffal to Punta Indren, round trip.
. Personal technical equipment: crampons, harness and ice axe rental in case of need (it can be organized upon booking);
. Lunches, snacks an drinks;
. All what is not explicitly mentioned in the "price includes".
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