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1-day ascent to Castor and Pollux near Zermatt

1-day ascent to Castor and Pollux near Zermatt
1-day ascent to Castor and Pollux near Zermatt
1-day ascent to Castor and Pollux near Zermatt

Join a certified IFMGA Guide on a 1-day climbing trip and ascend the classic twin peaks of Castor and Pollux.

Private

Alps

1 Day

Jun - Sep

High

Intermediate


Highlights

  • Conquer the classic mountain range in Switzerland.
  • Experience the alpine summits of Castor and Pollux.
  • Take in the fantastic views around the famed town of Zermatt, via SW ridge

Description

Join me on this exhilarating ascent to Castor and Pollux, which offers a classic mountaineering experience while conquering 2 giants that soar beyond 4,000 meters.

Castor and Pollux border the Swiss valley of Valais and the Italian valley of Aosta. The 2 giants of the Pennine Alps are named after the Gemini twins from Roman mythology.

The approach to Pollux is a long and beautiful hike over the glacier. The ascent involves a rock climb on Pollux, the smaller “brother” of the two twin mountains. Castor will give you a good thrill with its knife edge snowy ridgeline. It stretches to 4,223 meters and is connected via a pass to its slightly smaller twin peak of Pollux, that measures 4,092 meters.

The twin mountains stand closely to Zermatt, the famed mountaineering town that lies at the feet of Switzerland’s largest peaks.

Due to the level of difficulty of the ascent, potential climbers are required to have good stamina, physically fit for high altitude exposure, and already a competent climber that can use crampons.

Get in touch now to reserve your place in one of Europe’s most stunning mountain scenery and conquer Castor and Pollux, two giants of the Pennine Alps.

Please note that you can also choose to climb one of the mountains in a 1-day trip. Let me know if you are interested in this option.

Price includes

  • Guiding fee
  • Group equipment

Price details

  • Not included on the price:
  • Overnight stay at the hut including halfboard for you and your guide, equipment, sleeping bag liner, cable car rides Zermatt-Klein Matterhorn and back.

Meeting point

Zermatt

Equipment you will need to bring

Equipment checklist

crampon-compatible hiking boots with a profiled Vibram outsole climbing harness crampons ice axe helmet backpack, approx. 30 litres in capacity warm weather proof clothing pair of full-fingered gloves (if possible, also bring a spare pair) hat headlamp sunglasses and sunscreen a few high-energy snacks thermos flask (hot tea available at the hut) or drinking bottle extra set of underwear


FAQs

What are some recommended accommodations near our adventure location?

We understand that finding the perfect place to stay is an essential part of your adventure experience. To help you with this, we’ve curated a list of three highly recommended hotels that offer comfort, convenience, and a touch of local charm. These accommodations are well-suited for adventurers looking to relax and rejuvenate after an exciting day of exploration
Excelsior Planet Cervinia Italy
Hotel Hermitage Cervinia Italy
Hotel Mignon Cervinia Italy

About the guide

Guide profile image

Top Mountain

5.0

(9)

Mountain Guide

I started climbing at the age of 12 with the Club Andino in Argentina. From these first weekends in the mountains I felt the passion growing in me, and knew from this start what I would do later on. The dream came true, I became a Montain Guide. Ever since I have been traveling around the world, always searching for mountains to climb; continuously surprised by sunsets and unique sunrises… For many years I guided arrownd Fitz Roy and Cerro Torre range, south of my beloved Patagonia. Now a days my playgrownd is moslty in the heart of the Alps and Patagonia. I try to make each experience special for my clients, adapting to your level and sharing this unique feeling. Come, live big!

Languages

English | Spanish | French | German

Certificates

IFMGA


What people are saying about Top Mountain

Where do I begin? I had inquired with a recommended guide (from a family friend) who referred me to his colleagues for a trip up Cerro Tronador. Jeremias personally reached out and offered his services, and with multiple issues (gear, arrival times, refugio feasibility, weather) we finalized a plan for the Tronador massif. He personally met with me the morning prior to our climb and arranged for all needed gear (in addition to that which was brought) to include a set of mountain boots which he personally rented for me. He even picked me up from my hotel and drove the 2 hours to Pampa Linda! Our climb was nothing short of spectacular. He balanced challenging me with giving me adequate acclimation during the climb. I always felt well attended on the expedition. He even offered to move quicker on the descent to give me some time alone in my thoughts as we descended. Perhaps best of all, Jeremias allowed great flexibility with payment as I was working through some electronic options - on a weekend - to get him the money for the climb and was very patient with me for this. Absolutely 100% would recommend him as a guide for anyone who wants to trek/climb in Bariloche region and will plan on requesting his services whenever I return for further expeditions. Thank you, Jeremias!!!

Jeremias (and Tobias) adapted our plan on short notice to work around poor weather, allowing us to complete the climb. Jeremias was very kind, patient, safe and good craic all around!

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Aaron

The climb with Jeremias on the Breithorn traverse was incredible and the views on the Matterhorn were stunning. He knew the exact handholds to point out to me even before he got there himself. That was impressive. I've done a lot of climbing and only the routes I've done countless times could I tell you the holds and moves before you're there. That gave me a lot of confidence climbing with Jeremias. I look forward to the next trip with him!

Emiel

Best guide we ever had. Safety in mind and very experienced. Tip top!


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