Join Mountain Guide Filippo for a thrilling alpine ascent of Barre des Écrins, the southernmost 4000-meter peak in the French Alps. Towering above the Écrins National Park, this iconic summit offers a classic high-altitude mountaineering experience in one of the wildest and most beautiful regions of the Alps.
Private
Alps
2 Days
Jun - Sep
High
Intermediate
Rising out along the Massif des Ecrins in the French Alps is the Barre des Ecrins, which soars to 4,102 meters. It is the highest peak on the massif, as well as the highest peak in the Dauphine Alps.
The Barre des Ecrins is the most southern 4,000m peak in the Alps. The mountain lies within a national park, which is home to a number of other famous peaks, such as La Meije or Le Pelvoux.
Led by IFMGA-certified Mountain Guide Filippo, this climb is ideal for fit hikers or beginner alpinists seeking to summit a major Alpine 4000er. Filippo brings years of experience, a calm and motivating presence, and deep knowledge of the Écrins massif’s glaciers and ridges.
Filippo knows the Barre des Écrins and its glaciers like the back of his hand. With his deep knowledge of the local terrain, weather patterns, and route conditions, clients feel confident and secure—especially in such a wild and remote massif. His guidance makes the difference between just “reaching the summit” and truly understanding and experiencing the mountain.
Climbing with Filippo is not just about ticking off a peak—it's about growth, trust, and shared adventure. He his known for his calm, attentive, and encouraging presence, especially with climbers taking on their first 4000-meter summit. He take the time to explain, teach, and support, adapting the pace and approach to each person’s experience level.
With him, safety and adventure go hand-in-hand. He his meticulous with preparation, from glacier training to rope management, allowing his clients to fully enjoy the challenge without stress. Whether it's navigating crevasses or the exposed summit ridge, his risk management lets climbers focus on what they came for: the thrill of high mountains.
Get in touch now to reserve your place on a 3-day ascent on the Barre des Ecrins in the beautiful French Alps.
Meeting point
* Start from Pré de Madame Carle * Hike through the Glacier Blanc valley * Reach Refuge des Écrins (3,170 m) in 4–5 hours * Glacier training and briefing with Filippo * Dinner and overnight at the refuge
* Early alpine start (~3:30 AM) * Rope up and ascend the Glacier Blanc * Final climb via the normal route (Dôme de Neige & Barre ridge) * Summit Barre des Écrins (4,102 m) after about 5–6 hours * Enjoy panoramic views over the Alps to Mont Blanc and the Mediterranean * Descend carefully back to the refuge, then hike out to the valley
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Technical Requirements
* Good physical condition (up to 10–12 hours of activity) * Basic experience with crampons and ice axe (training provided if needed) * Glacier travel and roped movement under Filippo's guidance
Group Size
* Private or small groups (1–2 clients per guide for summit day for safety)
Crampons
Ice axe
Harness
Water bottle
Backpack
Helmet
Sunglasses
Belay device
Helmet, Sunglasses, Crampons, Ice Axe, Harness, Belay device, Backpack, Water bottle
3.0
(1)
Languages
English | French | Italian
Certificates
IFMGA
Steven
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