3-day ski mountaineering ascent of Gran Paradiso

Join me on this exhilarating 3-day ski mountaineering adventure as we summit then race down the slopes of Gran Paradiso!

From our meeting point, in Argentière, we will drive through the Mont Blanc tunnel, enjoying the picturesque and snowcapped French Alps along the way.

Once we reach our starting point, we then climb for three hours until we have reached the Chabod hut. Depending on the time at which we arrive and your mountaineering experience, we will use the rest of the day to practice using our ice axe and crampons, while enjoying the spectacular scenery.

The next morning, we will wake up at first light and begin our ascent to the summit. This will include climbing the long glacier until the last col, which will bring us to approximately 4,000 meters above sea level.

The last few meters to reach the summit will take us along a scenic ridge. Before climbing along the ridge, we will tie and secure our skis to our packs.

After enjoying the breathtaking views from the summit, we will climb back down the ridge and glacier. From the bottom of the glacier, which is about where the mountain hut is, we will ski all the way back down into the valley.

So what are you waiting for? Book now for this epic ski mountaineering expedition to the summit of the more than aptly named Gran Paradiso!

If you like the look of this trip then we think you will also enjoy our 8-day ice climbing expedition in the Dolomites!