Advanced tech level |
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Fitness level 5/5 |
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5 days of skiing |
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4 nights in huts |
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Guiding ratio 1:4 |
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Available March - April |
The summit of the Gran Paradiso was first climbed in 1860 by J. J. Cowell, W. Dundas, M-A. Payot and J. Tairraz. Over time it has become a landmark for beginner mountaineers, and climbing it will be an unforgettable day. The first ski tour was completed in 1932, and today’s route is the route taken by these pioneers.
Standing at 4 061m, the Gran Paradiso is a proud, solitary summit in the western Italian alps. Located in the Valle d'Aosta region, it is the only 4,000m peak not sharing a border with another country. It lends it's name to the massif (which is the only summit to exceed 4,000 meters) and to the national park.
The Gran Paradiso National Park was created in 1856 as the royal hunting reserve of King Vittorio Emanuele II , to protect the ibex, and in 1922 became the first Italian national park. There is an abundance of wildlife in the park. Located between Piemonte and the Valle d'Aosta, it covers an area of 70,318 hectares and is a wild, wonderful environment for ski touring.
A 5-day circuit leaving from and returning to Cogne via the summit of the Gran Paradiso and the beautiful and wild valley of Piantonetto. We will enjoy legendary Italian food and hospitality, taking in this mythical mountain from a special and unique perspective.
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March 13, 2023 | March 17, 2023 |
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1,390.00€ | |
March 20, 2023 | March 24, 2023 |
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1,390.00€ | |
March 27, 2023 | March 31, 2023 |
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1,390.00€ | |
April 03, 2023 | April 07, 2023 |
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1,390.00€ | |
April 10, 2023 | April 14, 2023 |
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1,390.00€ | |
April 17, 2023 | April 21, 2023 |
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1,390.00€ |
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Two More to Guarantee |
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March 11, 2024 | March 15, 2024 |
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1,390.00€ | |
March 18, 2024 | March 22, 2024 |
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1,390.00€ | |
March 25, 2024 | March 29, 2024 |
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1,390.00€ | |
April 01, 2024 | April 05, 2024 |
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1,390.00€ | |
April 08, 2024 | April 12, 2024 |
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1,390.00€ |
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Two More to Guarantee |
The evening before the start of the course, you will have the chance to meet your guide and the other course members to discuss the itinerary, mountain conditions and ask any questions. Your guide will also use this time to check over your equipment and help you prepare what you will need for day 1 of the course. Those who have reserved rental equipment will be accompanied to our partner shop to pick up what they will need for the duration of the course. It is a good idea to bring with you any clothing or technical gear that you would like checked over prior to the start of the course.
Verify equipment, refresh basic skills, and ski to the Vittorio Sella (2580m) where we stay for the night. Depending on the conditions this day can be more or less long and complicated.
Ascent 910m / Time 4 hours
We climb to the Grand Serra (3550 m). The top of the Grand Serra and the Timorion glacier reveals technical terrain requiring the rope. We continue to the Grand Neyron glacier and climb to the Col Hononyme (3400 m), from which a nice descent leads us to the Chabod hut (2750 m).
Ascent 1490m / Descent 1300m / Time 8-10 hours
Grand Paradiso Day!!! From the hut, we go up the Laveciau glacier until we reach the “Dos d'âne” (3400 m) and the Gran Paradiso glacier (which we will follow on the descent). We leave the skis at the base of the mountain ridge and follow it back and forth. The summit (4061 m), with it’s iconic virgin statue offers us a wonderful view of the Mont Blanc, Mont Rose, and the Matterhorn. A lovely ski from the top of Italy leads us to the famous Vittorio Emanuele II hut (2735 m).
Ascent 1310 m / Descent 1330 m / Time 6-8 hours
From the refuge we climb to the Col du Mont Gran Paradiso (3335 m) by the Montcorvé glacier. We descend the Noachetta glacier to the Ivrea bivouac (2770 m), and ascend to the Col dei Becchi (2990 m). A nice descent brings us to the Pontese hut (2220 m) located in the Piantonetto valley (Piemonte).
Ascent 850 m / Descent 1380 m / Time 5-7 hours
Last and magnificent day of our tour. Climb to the Teleccio pass (3312 m) by the Homonymous glacier. A long descent on the Valeille glacier, and through the valley of Valeille leads us to the small village of Lillaz (1630 m), a hamlet of Cogne.
Ascent 1100 m / Descent 1680 m / Time 6-8 hours
This trip is for intermediate to advanced ski tourers. You have to have the following skills.
You can expect up to 9h ski days with up to 1300 vertical meters climbs per day. You have to be very fit and strong, be able to skin uphill 400m/h for up to 4h per day without being exhausted the next day. As a preparation, you should regularly do about 4 hours od cardio training per week – either biking, hiking or running.
Warm hat
Thermal underwear
Fleece or woollen layers
Light puffer jacket
Windproof and waterproof jacket
Windproof and waterproof trousers
Warm gloves
Thin gloves
Sun hat
Ice Axe
Climbing harness
Ski goggles
Ski poles
30 - 40 litres rucksack with attachment loops for skis or snowboard
Crampons
Ski touring skis
Ski touring boots
Ski / splitboard crampons
Lanyard
Screwgate carabiner
Avalanche transceiver, shovel and probe
Sunglasses
Water bottle - Ideally two 1L bottles
Sun cream high protection (for lips and face)
Headlamp with fresh batteries
Sleeping bag liner
5 days of guiding and instruction by a UIAGM qualified mountain guide.
4 nights accommodation in mountain huts with breakfast and dinner included.
Return transport from Chamonix to Italy.
Ropes, safety equipment, etc will be provided when needed by your guide.
Our team is based at the foot of the Aiguillle du Midi cable car and will be happy to help you with any questions you may have before, during or after your trip to Chamonix.
Accommodation in Chamonix is not included in the price but we would be happy to advise or organise it on request.
The price does not include lunch or snacks. You can bring your own food and we can stop for a picnic, or there may be the option to buy lunch at a mountain hut. Please make sure that you are carrying sufficient water and snacks as we will be in the mountains for a number of hours.
Travel insurance including a mountain search and rescue insurance is mandatory on all our trips (we can organise the mountai search and rescue insurance for you on request). We highly advice to have a policy covering the cost of medical treatment and to protect the value of your holiday in the event of cancellation. When taking out insurance please ensure the policy you choose covers you for the activities and altitude included in your itinerary.
The price does not include skis/snowboards, boots or clothing. If you do not have your own we can help you organise rental, please ask us for details.
The price does not include flights, airport transfers or any other travel to/from Chamonix. However, we can organise airport transfers for you on request, please contact us for details.