Alagna Valsesia walks

Another change of valley to reach the large village of Macugnaga at the foot of Monte Rosa via the Col Turlo. The wide path used is absolutely remarkable as it was built by the Italian army to hoist cannons for the defence of the area and for firing exercises.

This stage takes us along an ancient paved Roman road. Macugnaga is the last village stop in Italy. Hike with a brief description, to be followed with the Visorando app.

This stage passes through the Col d'Olen, on the border between the Aosta Valley and Piedmont. Hike with a brief description, to be followed with the Visorando app.

Head towards the Alagna Valley, passing the Col d'Alen and the Lac del Corno. The final descent via Alpe Balma through wild countryside takes you directly to the Refuge Pastore, nestled in a magnificent mountain pasture at the foot of the north face of Monte Rosa.

A circular loop that takes you to the Alta Luce summit with a view of the glacier and back down via the A Staffal/Greyssonney la Trinité cable car. The route is very well marked: follow several trails: 7a to the summit, then descend to the pass and take the 6b to the cable car that takes you back to the starting point.

That’s the end of the southern section. This hike takes in a different landscape, with the Swiss Alps in view. It feels like we’re in Germany. It’s a lovely day. After the climb, the hike descends back into the valley. As with Eaux Rousses, it’s best to book in advance as the refuge is very popular. In fact, there are two of them and they’re full by early July.

A hike combining a forest walk with rockclimbing . Great fun, but requires a good level of hiking ability and experience of rockclimbing . Magnificent views on arrival of the north face of Monte Rosa, and numerous 3,000- and 4,000-metre peaks in Switzerland. Total duration of the hike :9 hours 30 minutes(including the break at the summit).

The trail winds through the forest for a good while and, after a near-flat section, becomes steeper... and remains moderately steep until you reach the small Lac d'Estoul (2,434 m). Leave trail No. 6B on your right and stay on trail No. 6A, which in a few minutes reaches the magnificent Lac Chamen.On the way back, our route goes around Lac Chamen to the east and becomes steeper, even very steep at times, to reach Colletto Valnera at 2,681m. Then follow the trail heading north-east (i.e. to the right) to the summit of Punta Valnera (2,754 m). This short route to the summit is not difficult, apart from the steepness of the slope. In good weather, this beautiful peak, which is relatively easy to reach, offers a vast panorama. The return journey follows the same route.

The upper Palasinaz valley boasts some truly valuable natural treasures, including the famous plateau of lakes. An easy but long walk from Estoul (1,884 metres) takes you up to the plateau of lakes in four hours via a marked forest road (Route No. 6). Trail No. 5A then leads to the Valfredda Lakes (2,564 metres), with the option of a variant, while No. 4 continues towards the Bataille Lakes (2,484 m), Potcha (2,517 m) and Long (2,632 m), the route of this hike.

This stage takes you through Switzerland via the Grand Col du Monte Moro, followed by a beautiful descent to Lake Mattmark. Once you reach the lake, take the bus to Saas Fée.

During this stage, at Passo di Monte Moro, you cross from Italy (Piedmont) to Switzerland (German-speaking Valais). Hike with a brief description, to be followed with the Visorando app.

This is a long stage in the shared ski area of Saint Jacques and Gressoney, where the route alternates between wide ski slopes and narrower trails.

At the exit of the hamlet of Résy (a few houses), another stage with the TMR. Hike with a brief description, to be followed with the Visorando app.

Another long day on this stage. The descent to Saint-Jacques-les-Allemands is long. A stop at the Grand Tourmalin refuge is a welcome break. Especially if the weather is glorious with views of the Swiss Alps and Monte Rosa. It’s all worth it. There are slightly more water issues than in the southern section. So don’t forget your water.

This is a fairly wild hike starting from Saint-Jacques-des-Allemands, a village after Champoluc. The trail begins with a continuous climb towards the Ferraro Refuge and then joins the Palon de Résy. There is a beautiful cross and a beautiful view of Mont Rose, its moraine, and Lac Bleu. Trail 8D then leads to several small mountain lakes called Résy. The trail continues to the "basin" of Alpe della Forca Supériore. From here, the trail descends to the refuge and then Saint-Jacques-des-Allemands.

This is a short first stage that takes you almost halfway up the slope to the hamlet of Frachey, overlooking the Ayas valley.

This tour is a must among the great Alpine circuits. Straddling Italy and Switzerland, it offers absolutely remarkable views of one of the largest glaciers in the Alps. It allows you to see a large number of 4,000-metre peaks up close, the very long Alpine valleys and to visit sites with enchanting names such as Saas Fée and Zermatt in Switzerland, and Macugnaga, Gressoney and Alagna in Italy.

A pleasant hike, suitable for the whole family, to reach the village of Mascognaz via its beautiful waterfalls. The route starts in Champoluc and continues along the path through the forest, following the stream and reaching the village of Mascognaz. From there, it is possible to take several longer routes.

Starting from the church square, this hike follows the Evançon torrent before turning left onto Rue de l'Ostrion, which gradually climbs. Passing by the small chapel overlooking the village of Champoluc and the Ayas Valley, you will reach the village of Mascognaz, an authentic and beautiful Walser village. The hike passes through Col de Palasina and then, after a slight descent, you will reach the wild Bataille lakes and then the Arp refuge at 2,400 metres.

The final stage is almost entirely downhill, except for a short climb to cross the Col Nord des Cimes Blanches. The descent takes place in long valleys, interspersed with very steep slopes. The arrival at the hamlets of Fury and Blanchard is a real relief after 10 days of hiking.

Today's variation on the Matterhorn Tour is to visit the north face of the giant before returning to Zermatt.

In breathtaking surroundings, you will follow a route leading to five lakes below the Matterhorn (Stellisee, Grindjisee, Grünsee, Mosjesee and Leisee). In fine weather during the summer, you can swim in the Grünsee and Leisee lakes.

A variation on the Five Lakes Circuit, this route takes you along a vertiginous ridge offering spectacular views of the Findelgletscher glacier, the Schwarzberghorn (3,610 m) and the Cima di Jazzi (3,793 m). The lakes are all different and offer breathtaking views of the Matterhorn.

Imagine a world-famous postcard backdrop and a route along five lakes perched above Zermatt. What's more, it's effortless, as you go up by funicular and come down by train. The only downside is the cost of transport!

After an easy climb to reach part of the Zermatt ski slopes, the route continues along an ascending-descending balcony path leading to the famous Europahutte mountain hut. Please note: the Himalayan footbridge before Europahutte is currently out of service. You will need to descend into the Randa valley via the second blue trail marked on the map before climbing back up to the hut (allow approximately 2 additional hours).