PROGRAM
Important mountain in the Mont Blanc massif, on the border that divides France from Italy. The north side of the Aiguille de Toula overlooks the Gigante glacier while the southern side overlooks the Toula glacier. The summit is located between the Aiguille d’Entrèves (3,604m) in the south-west and the Grand Flambeau (3,566m) in the east. Thanks to its proximity to Punta Helbronner, reachable with the Skyway cable car, the Aiguille de Toula is a very popular peak. The normal route develops along a climbing path on broken rocks. The approach to the start of the route is covered on a glacier: for this reason, it is essential to move carefully. In addition to the normal route, suitable for a first introduction to alpine climbing, the Aiguille de Toula offers more demanding routes, especially on the steep north-western side.
The Toula glacier is a destination of great interest for expert skiers during the winter season.
The simplest approach to the Aiguille de Toula is from Punta Helbronner (3,462 m), reachable by cable car from Entréves village (Courmayeur).
GROUP DEPARTURES
Difference in altitude: 300m
Ascent/descent time: 3/5 h
Meeting point: Courmayeur Skyway ticket office for material check and short briefing
From Punta Helbronner, we will wear the crampons to reach the Colle des Flambeaux (3,407 m) towards the Colle de Toula (3,411 m), between the Aiguille de Toula and the Grand Flambeau (3,566 m).
After a short 40° steep slope, we will keep up on a rocky slope until the top ridge. In a few minutes will arrive to the summit and could enjoy the panoramic view on Mont Blanc massif.
The descent will be by the same way of the ascent.
Difference in altitude: 300m
Ascent/descent time: 3/5 h
Meeting point: Courmayeur Skyway ticket office for material check and short briefing
From Punta Helbronner, we will wear the crampons to reach the Colle des Flambeaux (3,407 m) towards the Colle de Toula (3,411 m), between the Aiguille de Toula and the Grand Flambeau (3,566 m).
After a short 40° steep slope, we will keep up on a rocky slope until the top ridge. In a few minutes will arrive to the summit and could enjoy the panoramic view on Mont Blanc massif.
The descent will be by the same way of the ascent.
DETAILS
RATES
- the assistance of a UIAGM/IFMGA certified Mountain Guide
- liability insurance
- safety gear used by the Guide (eg rope)
- loan of personal equipment (harness, ice axe, crampons and helmet)
- tickets for lift facilities
- booking assistance service (including assistance for refuges and lifts reservation)
- the Mountain Guide’s expenses (lifts, transfers)
The rate does not include
- research and rescue insurance with UVGAM coverage (recommended): €5 per person for 3 days
- transfers, meals and accommodation
- anything that is not mentioned under "The rate includes"
