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Pizzo di Quarazzola (west ridge) – Standard route from Carcoforo
Visorando Member
6.65 mi
+4,580 ft
-4,580 ft
10 hrs
Extremely difficult
Departure from Carcoforo (Piedmont)
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).
Macugnaga - Saas Almagell
12.52 mi
+5,548 ft
-4,314 ft
10h 35
Very difficult
Departure from Macugnaga (Verbano-Cusio-Ossola)
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.
Macugnaga - Saas Fee
7.83 mi
+5,364 ft
-2,438 ft
10 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Macugnaga (Verbano-Cusio-Ossola)
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.
Rifugio Pastore - Macugnaga
12.35 mi
+4,321 ft
-5,213 ft
9h 25
Very difficult
Departure from Alagna Valsesia (Piedmont)
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.
Pastore Refuge - Macugnaga
11.67 mi
+3,960 ft
-4,856 ft
10 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Alagna Valsesia (Piedmont)
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.
Oreste Hütte - Refuge Pastore
7.56 mi
+2,300 ft
-5,689 ft
10 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Gressoney-La-Trinité (Aosta Valley)
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.
Lago di Antrona - Saas-Almagell
13.42 mi
+6,319 ft
-4,373 ft
10 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Antrona Schieranco (Verbano-Cusio-Ossola)
You will walk along the two magnificent lakes of Antrona and Campliccioli. You will follow the Troncone torrent, and the climb to Alpe Saler, Alpe Cingino and Lago di Cingino will require some effort, but it will be well worth it. The setting is stunning, as the lake is located in the centre of a huge cirque. The climb to the Antronapass is pleasant and easy. The pass marks the border between Italy and Switzerland. The long descent to Furggu will take you to Saas Almagell for a well-deserved rest.
Rifugio Gabiet - Rifugio Pastore
8.88 mi
+3,077 ft
-5,636 ft
6h 45
Difficult
Departure from Gressoney-La-Trinité (Aosta Valley)
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.
Staffal and the Alta Luce summit
7.41 mi
+5,013 ft
-3,412 ft
7h 45
Moderate
Departure from Gressoney-La-Trinité (Aosta Valley)
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.
From Gressoney-La-Trinité to Claval/Staffal via Lago Gabiet
5.95 mi
+2,490 ft
-1,873 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Gressoney-La-Trinité (Aosta Valley)
The beginning of the route is easy enough (follow route 4 to Lake Gabiet), but it's more than a 600-meter climb!
The lake is beautiful, and you can see the snow on top of the Monte Rosa in the distance.
Rifugio Andolla - Lago di Antrona
7.43 mi
+1,099 ft
-4,229 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Antrona Schieranco (Verbano-Cusio-Ossola)
Passing through the mountain pastures of Piana Ronchelli and del Gabbio, a pleasant trail will take you to the shores of Lago dei Cavalli. After skirting the lake, you will cross the small hamlet of Cheggio. You will discover a few more mountain pastures before returning to civilisation at Antronapiana. This charming village is the lowest point of this tour. You will reach Lago di Antrona and the Albergo Lagopineta. Lago di Antrona is very busy during the day but in the evening, everything returns to calm.
Saas Almagell - Gspon
11.96 mi
+3,681 ft
-3,015 ft
8h 40
Very difficult
Departure from Saas Almagell (Valais)
Balcony stage above the Saastal.
Hike with a brief description, to be followed with the Visorando app.
Saas-Almagell - Gspon
14.96 mi
+4,616 ft
-3,953 ft
10 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Saas Almagell (Valais)
You will return to Almageller Alp via the Almagellerhorn adventure trail, which is marked with ladders, steps and a suspension bridge. The trail returns to the Saas Valley and remains at almost the same altitude until Kreuzboden. From this balcony, you can admire the Mischabel massif and the resort of Saas Fee. Overlooking the Saastal and at the foot of the Fletschorn, you will walk through old pastures. You will pass through several Walser hamlets before arriving in Gspon.
From Chemonal to Alpenzu and Walser villages
6.24 mi
+2,047 ft
-2,051 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Gressoney-Saint-Jean (Aosta Valley)
The walk begins with a strenuous climb to a mountain hut (Alpenzu).
Afterwards, it slopes gently downhill past various Walser houses. Along the way, you can enjoy the amazing views of the valley.
The return is partly through the forest.
Gressonney - Di Frachey Refuge
Association / Club / Walk leader10.85 mi
+5,758 ft
-3,533 ft
10h 00
Very difficult
Departure from Gressoney-Saint-Jean (Aosta Valley)
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.
Saas Fee - Grachen
9.72 mi
+4,268 ft
-3,212 ft
10 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Saas Fee (Valais)
A long balcony stage allowing you to climb up the Saas Fée valley, dominating it by about 500m and sometimes more. A spectacular route passing from one valley floor to another, with the special feature of being able to see the next change in valley floor in the distance.
Täschhütte from Täschalp
3.40 mi
+1,768 ft
-1,775 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Täsch (Valais)
After a winding toll road, park at Täschalp. Then, continue climbing to the Täschhütte refuge located at the top of a rocky outcrop. Return via a slightly different route, after enjoying a delicious homemade soup at the refuge.
Europaweg-Hütte - Théodule refuge
12.57 mi
+6,768 ft
-3,114 ft
11h 40
Difficult
Departure from Täsch (Valais)
Due to the closure of the Europaweg trail between Täschalp and Zermatt, we had to modify the original route. Return to Täsch via another trail and, given the long distance to cover, take the shuttle to Zermatt. Short break in this unique town at the foot of the Matterhorn, cable car to Trockener Steg and then walk to the Théodule refuge.
Europahütte - Europaweghütte
6.95 mi
+3,107 ft
-3,392 ft
5h 55
Difficult
Departure from Randa (Valais)
Due to the closure of the large Himalayan footbridge over the Grabengufer scree, it is necessary to take the emergency path down to Tasch and then undertake a remarkable climb to the alpine hamlet of Täschalp, where the Europaweghütte lodge is located.
