Dufourspitze is the highest summit of the Monte Rosa massif. It is the second highest peak in the Alps after Mont Blanc. Explore with us the ascent route via the safest and most elegant itinerary.
equipment
mountaineering boots
backpack 30 l
climbing helmet
harness
lanyard or daisychain
screw carabiner
technical ice-axe
standard crampons with anti-balling plates
collapsible trekking poles
sleeping bag liner (mandatory in mountain huts)
mineral salts
water bottle (1 l min) or thermos
energy bars or dried fruit/nuts
sunscreen (at least SPF 30) and UV protection lip balm
personal first aid kit
headlamp (with new batteries plus spares as backup)
