The Monte Rosa massif is a mountain massif in the Alps, located on the border between Piedmont-Aosta Valley (Italy) – Canton of Valais (Switzerland). It is in the eastern part of the Pennine Alps, in the same area as the Matterhorn (Valais-Wallis). It is the largest massif in the Alps and here you reach the second highest mountain in the Alps, after Mont Blanc. From Manaslu Adventures we present one of the most popular circular trips in the world. It covers a large part of the southern (Italian) slope of the Monte Rosa Massif and the Lyskamm and Castor-Pollux groups and finishes the journey by ascending Punta Dufour, the highest mountain in Switzerland which, at 4,634 meters, will be the final culmination. to a great journey.
It is an affordable route, very beautiful and where we can climb a good amount of 4000 miles, which offer us magnificent panoramic views of other alpine peaks such as the Matterhorn, Weisshorn, Dent Blanche, etc.
Most recommended periods from mid-June to mid-September.
6 days, with 4 days of crossing + 2 days of travel.
From 1 to 3 people.
We will start by resting from the long trip in Chamonix. Then we will rest in good Italian refuges such as Gnifetti or Quintino Sella as well as the spectacular Margherita Refuge (4,554 meters), the highest in Europe and which will help us approach Punta Dufour, the highest in Switzerland. We will also close the incredible journey at the Monte Rosa Refuge, possibly one of the most modern refuges in the world. The Valley hotels in Saas Grund are 2 stars.
Demanding. Good physical condition and an adequate technical level are required to face slopes greater than 40º without snow. It is necessary to have experience in cramponing, ice ax handling, as well as experience with rescue safety equipment.
Warm mountaineering boots
Telescopic poles (optional)
Crampons
Touring ice ax
Climbing or rando harness
Climbing helmet.
Reception in Chamonix. Reception at the Hotel. Review of material and review of the Week’s program.
Transfer to Zermatt. Klein Matterhorn cable car. Ascension to Pollux (4,092m) and Castor (4,225m) and descent to the Quintino Sella refuge (3,585m)
Elevation: +380mts -650mts
Ascension and crossing of the Lyskams (4479m) and descent of the Gnifetti refuge (3625m)
Unevenness: + 900mts -850mts
Rest or climb at several 4000 meter peaks on the way to the Margaritta refuge, the highest in the Alps. (4,553m)
Unevenness: +900mts
Ascension to Punta Dufour (4,634m) in traverse and ascent to Nordend (4609). Night at the Monte Rosa refuge (2,882m).
Unevenness: +500mts -2400mts
Reserve Day in case of bad weather or Return to Zermatt by Train in Rotenboden (2,615m) and return to Chamonix
UIAGM High Mountain Guide Services and all their diets
Collective security material.
Bed and breakfast in Chamonix and Zermatt
All Mountain Refuges accommodation on a half-board basis
Train: Tasch – Zermatt i/v, Klein Matterhorn Cable Car one way, Gornergrat-Zermatt return train
Accident and Liability Insurance
Transfers to/from Zermatt
Picnics or meals outside the half board of the shelters.
Any other service not included in the previous section
Pay and Down Payment: €500 down payment. Rest 30 days before departure day.
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