Mezzalama Special

Mezzalama Special

CATEGORY

Ski touring on the glacier

DIFFICULTY

ELEVATION GAIN

DURATION

2 days

SEASON

Winter

LOCATION

Mount Rosa

Overview

Following the tracks of the world-famous Mezzalama race with some wonderful ski touring variations.

Period: Late April 

Programme

Day 1: 
We set off from Breuil-Cervinia, taking the lifts up to Plateau Rosa (3450 m). From here, we ascend the Western Breithorn (4165 m), traverse towards Castor (4226 m) and end our day at the Quintino Sella Refuge (3585 m), where we will stay for the night. 

Day 2: 
At sunrise, we resume our journey, crossing the Lyskamm Nose, and climb up to the Margherita Hut (4554 m), the highest mountain hut in Europe. After a short break, we begin our descent towards Gressoney. 

1-2 skiers: € 1100 per group 
3 skiers: € 1200 per group 

The price includes: Guiding by an IFMGA/UIAGM mountain guide, technical equipment (harness, crampons), safety kit (shovel, avalanche beacon, probe). 

*safety kit subject to availability. 

The price does NOT include: lift passes, half board in the mountain hut for both clients and the guide. 

The most common questions

The most common questions

The most common questions

What to know before you set off

Mountaineering is by its very nature an adventurous activity. The Monte Rosa guides, all of whom are UIAGM certified, are dedicated to doing everything possible to minimise any hazards, but a element of risk is always present and should be embraced as part of the adventure before signing up for our activities.

The Monte Rosa Guides will always do their utmost to help you achieve your personal goals and ensure you have the best possible experience in nature. However, you must agree to trust their professional judgement whilst in the mountains and respect any decision they make, including turning back, should it be deemed necessary. Being well-prepared and maintaining a good level of physical fitness is essential to ensure a safe and enjoyable journey on all our excursions. If, due to fitness levels or any other reason, your guide feels you are not quite ready for your chosen activity, they will happily suggest alternative adventures beautifully suited to your current level of preparation.

Mountaineering is by its very nature an adventurous activity. The Monte Rosa guides, all of whom are UIAGM certified, are dedicated to doing everything possible to minimise any hazards, but a element of risk is always present and should be embraced as part of the adventure before signing up for our activities.

The Monte Rosa Guides will always do their utmost to help you achieve your personal goals and ensure you have the best possible experience in nature. However, you must agree to trust their professional judgement whilst in the mountains and respect any decision they make, including turning back, should it be deemed necessary. Being well-prepared and maintaining a good level of physical fitness is essential to ensure a safe and enjoyable journey on all our excursions. If, due to fitness levels or any other reason, your guide feels you are not quite ready for your chosen activity, they will happily suggest alternative adventures beautifully suited to your current level of preparation.

What to pack

  • ski touring skis and boots 

  • 25-30L backpack 

  • avalanche transceiver, shovel and probe 

  • first-aid kit 

  • two pairs of gloves 

  • layered ski clothing (thermal base layer + fleece + down jacket + outer shell) 

  • sunscreen 

  • sunglasses 

  • neck warmer and/or beanie 

  • (splitboard crampons if you are a splitboarder) 

  • harness and crampons for glacier climbs 

  • ski touring skis and boots 

  • 25-30L backpack 

  • avalanche transceiver, shovel and probe 

  • first-aid kit 

  • two pairs of gloves 

  • layered ski clothing (thermal base layer + fleece + down jacket + outer shell) 

  • sunscreen 

  • sunglasses 

  • neck warmer and/or beanie 

  • (splitboard crampons if you are a splitboarder) 

  • harness and crampons for glacier climbs 

insurance

Insurance for clients of Aosta Valley mountain guides

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