CATEGORY
Mountaineering
DIFFICULTY
Moderately Challenging +
ELEVATION GAIN
1,200 m
DURATION
2 days
SEASON
Summer
LOCATION
Mount Rosa
Overview
The Breithorn Traverse is one of the most capturing and scenic ridges in the Alps, suspended between sky and glaciers, along an elegant and spectacular line that connects all the main peaks.
The complete traverse starts from the Klein Matterhorn, with the ascent to his highpoint Roccia Nera (4,075 m), and continues across the Western Breithorn (4,165 m), the Central Breithorn (4,159 m) and the Eastern Breithorn (4,100 m).
The route includes passages over rocky and snowy ridges, challenging traverses and abseils, offering a complete and adventurous climbing experience. The final descent from the Western Breithorn leads back to the glacier and the return route, offering breathtaking views all along the way.
Required experience: Excellent skills on glaciers and moving in a rope team, confidence on steep slopes (40°–45°), good climbing abilities on rock and mixed terrain (Grade III/IV), comfort on exposed ridges and experience in rope techniques.
Season: from June to September
Programme
FIRST DAY:
We meet in Cervinia around 14:00 at the ski lift ticket office. After a quick gear check, we take the cable car up to Plateau Rosa (3400 m). From there, we make our way to the welcoming Guide d’Ayas refuge where we will spend the night.
SECOND DAY:
Setting off from the Guide di Ayas Refuge, we ascend the stunning Verra glacier towards the Colle di Verra, before heading towards the steeper slopes at the base of Pollux. We descend slightly below the Rossi Volante bivouac and climb steady slopes up to Roccia Nera. From here, we traverse the beautiful snowy ridge, passing through the Gemello and the Eastern Breithorn, enjoying a mix of snow, mixed terrain and possible abseils. We continue along the ridge, tackling gullies, ledges and exciting rock passages to the central summit, featuring some climbing up to grade IV and spectacular exposure.
Finally, we follow the snow ridge, which is often beautifully corniced, to reach the magnificent summit of the Western Breithorn.
1 Participant
€1,050
Per person
2 Hikers
€600
Per person
The price includes:
Guiding by an IFMGA/UIAGM Mountain Guide.
Harness and crampons.
The price does NOT include:
The cable car ticket.
Meals.
Drinks.
Half-board overnight stay, including that of the guide, and anything not specified.
What to know before you set off
What to pack
