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Gran Lago (2810 m) walks
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Théodule Refuge - Saint-Jacques
9.00 mi
+912 ft
-6,119 ft
4h 55
Difficult
Departure from Italy
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.
Matterhorn Circuit – Epate 8: Breuil – Gandeg Hut
7.17 mi
+4,373 ft
-1,060 ft
7h 05
Difficult
Departure from Valtournenche (Aosta Valley)
It is possible to take the ski lifts up to the Théodule refuge, depending on conditions, particularly from Plan Maison via Breuil; or even as far as Fornet, to get even closer
Gandeg Hut - Zermatt
9.67 mi
+640 ft
-5,282 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Zermatt (Valais)
Today's variation on the Matterhorn Tour is to visit the north face of the giant before returning to Zermatt.
Tour of the Matterhorn – Stage 9: Gandeg Hut – Zermatt
5.69 mi
+16 ft
-4,610 ft
2h 40
Very difficult
Departure from Zermatt (Valais)
Final descent to Zermatt. Once again, the hike can be shortened at Furi by taking the Matterhorn Express to Zermatt. The hike remains within the Zermatt ski area.
Saint-Jacques - Frachey refuge
0.79 mi
+1,240 ft
-7 ft
1h 25
Easy
Departure from Ayas (Aosta Valley)
This is a short first stage that takes you almost halfway up the slope to the hamlet of Frachey, overlooking the Ayas valley.
Refuge di Frachey - Refuge Barmasse
Association / Club / Walk leader12.06 mi
+6,073 ft
-5,741 ft
10h 50
Very difficult
Departure from Ayas (Aosta Valley)
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.
Résy - Gabiet Mountain Hut
8.10 mi
+3,816 ft
-2,861 ft
7h 05
Difficult
Departure from Ayas (Aosta Valley)
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.
Refuge Frachey - Orestes Hut
8.65 mi
+4,603 ft
-2,822 ft
10 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Ayas (Aosta Valley)
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.
Punta Falinère
6.58 mi
+1,880 ft
-3,343 ft
4h 40
Difficult
Departure from Chamois (Aosta Valley)
Punta Falinère is the peak overlooking the Chamois slopes. It offers views of its neighbours, the Petit and Grand Tournalin. To the north, you will discover more than 4000 Swiss peaks, including the Dent Blanche d'Hérens and the Matterhorn. To the south, the Grand Paradis will catch your eye.
Barmasse Refuge – Rosaire and Clermont Bivouac
12.36 mi
+5,666 ft
-3,950 ft
10h 35
Very difficult
Departure from Valtournenche (Aosta Valley)
High-altitude trail between 2,400 and 2,700 metres. Stop at the Oratorio di Cunei mountain hut to refuel before the final climb to the bivouac. Very well equipped with beds, gas, pots and pans, etc. There is a small lake and the view across the entire mountain range is magnificent.