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Matterhorn Lion Ridge - Italian Normal Route

The climb of the Matterhorn along the Lion Ridge represents one of the most iconic ascents in mountaineering. Discover the rise from one of the routes that have made mountaineering history. Reserve your place by getting in touch with the Peakshunter Mountain Guides

equipment

mountaineering boots
backpack 30 l
climbing helmet
harness
lanyard or daisychain
screw carabiner
ice-axe
standard crampons with anti-balling plates
sleeping bag liner (mandatory in mountain huts)
mineral salts
water bottle (1 l min) or thermos
energy bars or dried fruit/nuts
food
sunscreen (at least SPF 30) and UV protection lip balm
personal first aid kit
headlamp (with new batteries plus spares as backup)

Clothing

wool cap/beanie or fleece-lined hat
buff
sun hat
mountaineering/glacier sunglasses
down jacket (optional)
waterproof shell jacket (Gore-Tex®, Paclite®, Conduit, etc.) (4th layer)
insulating garment made of Windstopper® or Primaloft® (3rd layer)
wicking turtleneck (2nd layer)
breathable T-shirt (1st layer)
light backup gloves, 1 pair
heavy insulated gloves 1 pair
waterproof overtrousers (Gore-Tex®, Paclite®, Conduit, K-Way®)
thermal leggings or tights
hiking socks (2 pairs)

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