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3-day mountaineering tour in Monte Rosa
Join a certified guid from the Azimut Montagne team on this 3-day mountaineering trip in Monte Rosa: ascend Punta Gnifetti, Pyramide Vincent, Zumstein peak and more!
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Alps
3 Days
Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
Fit
Beginner
Description
Do you feel the need to take a break? Do you want to take a good dose of fresh air, enjoy splendid views and exercise for 3 days? Then join me in the ascent of Monte Rosa.
It’s an ideal program if you want to ascend not one, but several 4000s. Besides, the ascents are not particularly difficult so the focus is in enjoying the journey.
We will be in a glacial atmosphere, with imposing mountain faces at the Monte Rosa massif. The program is progressive, thus preparing us each day for the following day.
Firstly we reach the Mantova refuge easily with the help of the cablecar. This refuge will be our base at the heart of Monte Rosa. During these 3 days mountaineering we will cover the basics of crampon use as well as high mountain safety techniques. Then we will attack the emblematic 4000s of Monte Rosa.
The top reasons why I like guiding my friends and clients here are:
– The ascent of Punta Gnifetti (Signalkuppe 4554m) by a glacial route
– The most beautiful summits of the Alps concentrated in one area
This program is adequate for eager beginners! No specific difficulty. However, you are advised to have some experience walking with crampons and to be used to walking off-trail in the mountains carrying your backpack with some gear in it. You should be able to cope with walking at altitudes above 3000 minimum.
You should be used to outdoor sports and do endurance sports on a regular basis (cycling, hiking, cross country skiing, swimming). If this is not the case you should run at least 3 times a week (10 km/hr) two to three months before this alpine course. Expect to be on the go for 6 to 8 hours per day with approx 900 to 1300 m ascent/descent.
If you are an established group let me know and I may adapt the program to suit your needs.
It’s an accessible and different program for mountain lovers. Find it interesting? Then please send me a request to start this adventure! And of course Monte Rosa is amazing in the winter as well, have a look at this freeride skiing program.
Itinerary
Day 1: Mantova mountain hut
We will meet in Gressoney-Staffal or pick you up in Oulx or Briançon and drive to Gressoney-Staffal in our minibus (a 2 1/2 hrs drive).
From there we set off to the Mantova mountain hut where we leave our bags. A glacier workshop near the mountain hut enables us to go over basic mountaineering techniques.
Meals included: picnic and dinner
Accommodation included: mountain hut
Ascent: + 300 m
Day 2: Punta Gniffetti ascent
Today’s aim is the Punta Gniffetti (4554 m). We will climb up the pointe Zumstein (4563 m) followed by the Pointe Parrot (4436 m).
We climb up the glacier to the beautiful Vincent Pyramide (4215 m), a nice and easy route to progressively get into the mountaineering universe. This climb is not to be missed out on, and offers spectacular views of the Monte Rosa summits. If possible and according to the groups’ wishes and weather conditions, the ascent of the Lyskamm Nose may also a feasible option.
Meals included: breakfast, picnic and dinner
Accommodation included: mountain hut
Ascent/descent: + 715 m / – 715 m
Day 3: Vincent Pyramide ascent
Last day in the Monte Rosa area, we climb up the glacier to the beautiful Vincent Pyramide (4215 m), a nice and easy route to progressively get into the mountaineering universe. This climb is not to be missed out on, and offers spectacular views of the Monte Rosa summits. If possible and according to the groups’ wishes and weather conditions, the ascent of the Lyskamm Nose may also a feasible option.
We head back to the mountain hut to grab our stuff and make our way down to Gressoney. It’s the end of the course for those coming by car. Transfer by minibus to Oulx or Briançon for the others.
Meals included: breakfast and picnic
Ascent/descent: + 1200 m /- 1500 m
Details
Accommodation During the climb we will stay at the Mantova refuge.
If you need to book hotels in the area for before and after your climb, we recommend Hotel du Bois in Chamonix-Les Houches and Hotel Nordend in Gressoney Staffal. |
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Meeting point There are 2 possible meeting points for this tour:
Chamonis – Les Houches Train Station at 8 am
Gressoney Staffal – Lifts at 10 :30 am |
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About the guide
We enjoy very much discovering and re discovering the most beautiful spots in the world, in the Ecrins mountain range but also all around the planet.
Together with the guides in the team, we will share with you unique moments and an amazing journey. From les Ecrins to Chile, from Morocco to Greenland, from Les Gorges du Verdon to Japan, from Italy to Norway… tons of destinations offering all types of mountain activities, different every season. It makes us so happy when I can share them with my friends and clients.
Deal opportunities
Join an existing group and pay much less
Aug 13, 2022 - Aug 15, 2022
EUR 892 per traveller
Aug 19, 2022 - Aug 21, 2022
EUR 892 per traveller
Aug 26, 2022 - Aug 28, 2022
EUR 892 per traveller
Sep 02, 2022 - Sep 04, 2022
EUR 892 per traveller
Sep 09, 2022 - Sep 11, 2022
EUR 892 per traveller
Sep 16, 2022 - Sep 18, 2022
EUR 892 per traveller
What people are saying about this trip
Edward de Haan
4.00
August, 2019
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Prices per person
Group of 1 | EUR 892 Each |
Group of 2 | EUR 892 Each |
Group of 3 | EUR 892 Each |
Group of 4 | EUR 892 Each |
Group of 5 | EUR 892 Each |
Group of 6 | EUR 892 Each |
Group of 7 | EUR 892 Each |
Group of 8 | EUR 892 Each |
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Price includes
- Guiding fee
- Accommodation included
- Transport during the trip
- Mountain guide expenses
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Price details
This is the price to join a group tour.
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