PROGRAM
A fascinating realm of glaciers and snow, and certainly one of the best easy ski mountaineering of the Alps: especially suited to all wildlife passionates! You can climb to Gran Paradiso’s summit from two different starting points: Federico Chabod Hut or Vittorio Emanuele II Hut. Both huts can be reached from Pont Valsavaranche on an easy itinerary in a beautiful natural environment.
GROUP DEPARTURES
Difference in altitude: 815 m
Ascent time: 2 hours
Meeting point: Pont Valsavarenche parking area, close to Hotel Gran Paradiso, for equipment check and a short briefing with the Guide
From the Pont Valsavarenche parking lot (1,960 m), we follow the path in the Woods that crosses the Savare torrent and make our way into the valley. On the left, we take the steep trail that winds up the mountain and leads to the Vittorio Emanuele II Hut.
We exit the woods and travel east across the vast moraine hummocks, beyond which we enjoy a view onto the north faces of the Ciarforon (3,642 m) and the Becca di Monciair (3,544 m). A few more steps, and we’ll be at the Vittorio Emanuele II Hut (2,775 m).
Difference in altitude: 815 m
Ascent time: 2 hours
Meeting point: Pont Valsavarenche parking area, close to Hotel Gran Paradiso, for equipment check and a short briefing with the Guide
From the Pont Valsavarenche parking lot (1,960 m), we follow the path in the Woods that crosses the Savare torrent and make our way into the valley. On the left, we take the steep trail that winds up the mountain and leads to the Vittorio Emanuele II Hut.
We exit the woods and travel east across the vast moraine hummocks, beyond which we enjoy a view onto the north faces of the Ciarforon (3,642 m) and the Becca di Monciair (3,544 m). A few more steps, and we’ll be at the Vittorio Emanuele II Hut (2,775 m).
Difference in altitude: 1,300 m
Ascent/Descent time: 10-11 hours
The normal route from the Vittorio Emanuele II Hut (2,735 m) begins on a moraine of large stone blocks, then turns into a narrow valley framed by lateral moraines, and finally heads up an evenly-sloped glacier. At the distinctive “Schiena d’Asino” (Donkey’s Back) we take a short break, then ascend the col of the Becca di Moncorvé and continue towards the bergschrund. A brief but demanding final ridge is all that separates us from the statue-clad summit.
The ascent from the Federico Chabod Hut (2.750 m) begins on the moraine then continues up across the Laveciau Glacier. When it reaches the Schiena d’Asino, this route joins the one from the Vittorio Emanuele II Hut. The descent is via the same route.
Difference in altitude: 1,300 m
Ascent/Descent time: 10-11 hours
The normal route from the Vittorio Emanuele II Hut (2,735 m) begins on a moraine of large stone blocks, then turns into a narrow valley framed by lateral moraines, and finally heads up an evenly-sloped glacier. At the distinctive “Schiena d’Asino” (Donkey’s Back) we take a short break, then ascend the col of the Becca di Moncorvé and continue towards the bergschrund. A brief but demanding final ridge is all that separates us from the statue-clad summit.
The ascent from the Federico Chabod Hut (2.750 m) begins on the moraine then continues up across the Laveciau Glacier. When it reaches the Schiena d’Asino, this route joins the one from the Vittorio Emanuele II Hut. The descent is via the same route.
DETAILS
RATES
- the assistance of a UIAGM/IFMGA certified Mountain Guide
- the Mountain Guide’s expenses (transfers, meals and accommodation)
- liability insurance
- safety gear used by the Guide (eg rope)
- loan of personal equipment (harness, ice axe and crampons)
- overnight stay in a refuge with half board
- pic-nic for the day of ascension
- booking assistance service (including assistance for refuges and lifts reservation)
The rate does not include
- research and rescue insurance with UVGAM coverage (recommended): €5 per person for 3 days
- the hiring of any personal equipment (avalanche beacon, shovel, probe and backpack): €30/day per person while supplies last
- transfers
- extra meals and beverages for you and the Guide
- anything that is not mentioned under "The rate includes"
