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Tour du Cervin, Breuil – Cabane Gandeg
Visorando Member
7.17 mi
+4,373 ft
-1,060 ft
7h 05
Difficult
Departure from Valtournenche (Aosta Valley)
For this eighth stage, it is possible to take the ski lifts up to the Théodule Refuge, depending on conditions, in particular the Plan Maison lift from Breuil; or even as far as Fornet, to get even closer.
Breuil Cervinia - Resy
9.61 mi
+4,042 ft
-3,816 ft
7h 55
Very difficult
Departure from Valtournenche (Aosta Valley)
Facing Cervinio, then superb landscapes after Cime Blanche. We will now spend five days on the Tour du Mont Rose.
Hike with a brief description, to be followed with the Visorando app.
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.
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.
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.
Monte Charvaz circular walk from Chamois
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.
Col Pilaz and Col Champlong, Lago Charey and the Champlong lakes
6.65 mi
+1,857 ft
-1,864 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Chamois (Aosta Valley)
A magnificent hike starting from Chamois. The route is very varied, offering superb panoramic views of the Gran Paradiso massif at the Col du Pilaz. You’ll appreciate the beauty of Lakes Charey and Champlong. From time to time, you’ll catch glimpses of the Matterhorn, which plays hide-and-seek for a good half of the journey.
The village of Chamois is the only car-free village in Italy. It is accessible only on foot, by bike or by cable car.
Monte Tantané
9.32 mi
+3,320 ft
-3,307 ft
7h 10
Very difficult
Departure from Chamois (Aosta Valley)
A superb hike to the summit of Monte Tantané. The ascent along the ridge is quite challenging, but once you reach the summit you’ll be rewarded with a magnificent panoramic view, particularly of the Matterhorn and the Monte Rosa massif.
Pilaz Pass
4.12 mi
+2,024 ft
-2,021 ft
2 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Chamois (Aosta Valley)
A superb winter route starting from Chamois. At Col Pilaz, you will be surprised to discover the Matterhorn to the north. A giant red bench offers a superb photo opportunity with the Cervinio in the background. On the south side, a magnificent panorama of the Paradis massif awaits you. The village of Chamois is the only car-free village in Italy. It is only accessible on foot, by bicycle or by cable car.
Rifugio Prarayer - Breuil Cervinia
10.96 mi
+4,705 ft
-4,738 ft
9h 10
Very difficult
Departure from Bionaz (Aosta Valley)
This is a classic stage of the Tour du Cervin, passing through the highest point of the hike, the Col de Valcournera, at an altitude of 3,075 metres.
Hike with a brief description, to be followed with the Visorando app.
Prarayer refuge - Perrucco Vuillermoz refuge
3.61 mi
+3,625 ft
-696 ft
5 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Bionaz (Aosta Valley)
The stage starts in the mountain pastures and quickly enters the high mountains with the passage of the Col de Valcornera.
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, Gandeg Hut – Zermatt
5.69 mi
+16 ft
-4,610 ft
2h 40
Very difficult
Departure from Zermatt (Valais)
This ninth stage involves the final descent to Zermatt. Once again, the walk can be shortened at Furi by taking the section of the Matterhorn Express that runs to Zermatt. The walk 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.
Tour of Monte Rosa
90.12 mi
+37,362 ft
-37,306 ft
10 days
Very difficult
Departure from Ayas (Aosta 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.
Palon de Résy on the heights of Saint-Jacques-des-Allemands
5.87 mi
+3,323 ft
-3,330 ft
5h 45
Difficult
Departure from Ayas (Aosta Valley)
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.
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.
Santuario di Gilliarey
5.73 mi
+1,952 ft
-1,952 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Torgnon (Aosta Valley)
A beautiful route which initially follows the “Petit Monde” stream. The climb continues towards the Cret mountain pasture and joins the track leading to the hamlet of Gilliarey. On the right, a small path leads to the Gilliarey sanctuary. You’ll enjoy a panoramic view of the Valtournenche and the Matterhorn. The return journey follows the same route as the outward journey
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.
Mascognaz waterfall in Champoluc
2.25 mi
+1,017 ft
-1,007 ft
1h 55
Moderate
Departure from Ayas (Aosta Valley)
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.
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