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Monte Charvaz (2257 m) walks
Monte Charvaz circular walk from Chamois
Visorando Member
4.94 mi
+1,729 ft
-1,722 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Chamois (Aosta Valley)
This circular walk above Chamois passes by Monte Charvaz, a viewpoint offering a panoramic view of the western part of the Valtournenche valley. You’ll recognise the mountain range above Torgnon, stretching from Becca d’Aver to Cima Bianca. The return to Chamois follows the course of the stream of the same name.
Walks near Monte Charvaz (2257 m)
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
Association / Club / Walk leader12.36 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.
Perrucco Vuillermoz Refuge - Gandeg Hut
12.01 mi
+5,302 ft
-4,872 ft
10h 10
Difficult
Departure from Valtournenche (Aosta Valley)
Today, discover the giant of the area, the splendid Matterhorn, before seeing it up close in the evening at the Gandeg Cabin.
Tour of the Matterhorn – Stage 7b: Perruco Mountain Hut – Breuil
6.78 mi
+974 ft
-3,930 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Valtournenche (Aosta Valley)
This is the second part of the classic stage of the Tour du Cervin, running from Prarayer to Breuil. The final section of the route can be avoided if you are tired once you reach the road. It is also possible to head towards Varvoie and Lake Perrères to rejoin the road more quickly.
Champoluc - Refuge de l'Arp
6.16 mi
+3,829 ft
-988 ft
6h 10
Difficult
Departure from Ayas (Aosta Valley)
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.
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
12.06 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.
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