The day before – Welcome in Saint-Gervais
Meet at 6:30 p.m. at the Saint-Gervais guides’ office. Meet with the guide and briefing.
Day 1 – Mantova Refuge (3,498 m)
Departure from Saint-Gervais, carpool to Gressoney. Ascent by cable car to the Gabiet Refuge (2,360 m) for lunch. In the afternoon, glacier crossing and alpine trail to the Mantova Refuge.
Elevation gain: +250 m. Overnight at the refuge.
Day 2 – Pyramide Vincent (4,215 m)
Glacier ascent to the summit of Pyramide Vincent. Return via the same route and overnight at the Gnifetti Refuge (3,647 m).
Elevation gain: +750 m / elevation loss: -600 m.
Day 3 – Pointe Zumstein (4,563 m) and Margherita Refuge (4,554 m)
Early departure for the ascent of Pointe Zumstein. Stop at the Margherita Refuge, the highest in the Alps, at the summit of Pointe Gnifetti. Panorama over the Valais, Matterhorn, and the Imperial Crown. Return by cable car to Staffal and back to Saint-Gervais.
Elevation gain: +1,000 m / elevation loss: -1,350 m.
The guides may adjust the itinerary according to the weather, mountain conditions, and participants’ abilities.
This trip is designed for beginner mountaineers looking to experience their first high-altitude adventure. The itinerary combines the ascent of accessible peaks in the Monte Rosa range with nights in iconic refuges such as Mantova and Gnifetti, including the highest refuge in Europe, the Margherita Refuge.
The Monte Rosa massif is captivating with its vast glaciers and the variety of its peaks. The proposed ascents, while not highly technical, require good physical condition and allow you to progress on high-altitude terrain while learning the fundamentals of glacier mountaineering.
Between sustained effort and moments of contemplation, you will enjoy spectacular panoramas of the Swiss and Italian Alps: the Matterhorn, Mont Blanc, the Valais, and the Monte Rosa range. A formative and inspiring adventure to immerse yourself in the world of the 4,000-meter peaks.
Group outings: every Tuesday from late June to mid-September, depending on conditions. Private outings: daily from late June to mid-September, depending on conditions and refuge availability (preferably early in the week in July–August to avoid waiting at the Mont Blanc tunnel).
Directly on our website or using the dated and signed registration form, accompanied by a 40% deposit and any optional insurance fees. The balance must be paid 60 days before departure.
A maximum of 4 people per guide. Group departures are guaranteed from 3 participants. You will be supervised by a mountain guide.
A good physical preparation is required for this ascent, it is intended for active individuals. You will be hiking for up to 8 hours per day, so you should prepare by engaging in “cardio” sports during long-duration sessions. Endurance sports such as cycling, running, or long hikes are recommended. Remember that for 2 days you will be hiking with an 8-kg backpack, which significantly increases the effort required, so during your training outings, practice walking with this additional weight.
You will be traveling on an unmarked high-mountain route and must be aware of the hazards associated with this activity (crevasses, serac falls, rockfall, avalanches, very low temperatures).
We are available to answer any questions you may have.
Price for the group option:
€1,125 per person, departure guaranteed from 3 participants.
Price for private options:
1 participant: €2,490
2 participants: €1,490 per person
3 participants: €1,140 per person
4 participants: €990 per person
5 participants: €1,290 per person
6 participants: €1,140 per person
7 participants: €1,050 per person
The price includes
The price does not include
Repatriation
Having “assistance–repatriation” insurance is mandatory to take part in our trips: it must cover you in high mountains for search and rescue by helicopter. If you do not have “assistance–repatriation” insurance, we can provide one at a rate of €5/day.
Cancellation
We also offer optional “cancellation” insurance at a rate of €12/day. This insurance does not take into account the sporting nature of our trips. It must be purchased at the time of registration to take effect.
As a reminder, cancellation insurance covers you from the moment you register until the start of your trip if something happens and you cannot attend. We apply cancellation fees as specified on our registration form and in our terms of sale. These fees may be reimbursed by the cancellation insurance if your reason for cancelling is covered.
If you pay by credit card, feel free to check the insurance included with it.
As a reminder, in the event of cancellation you must file your claim with the insurer within 5 days of the accident or reason for cancelling, otherwise it will not be valid (then check whether the reason for cancellation is covered).
Insurance fees are non-refundable.
Technical equipment
Technical equipment is available for rent from our partners:
For Saint Gervais : blanc-sport-saintgervais.com/ www.unlimited-saintgervais.com,
For les Contamines : www.intersport-lescontamines.com/
Clothing
Essential accessories
Feel free to contact us if you need advice on physical preparation, gear selection, or organizing your trip.
You will meet the guides the day before departure at the Saint-Gervais Guides Office (43 rue du Mont Blanc, 74170 Saint-Gervais), located inside the tourist office in the village center, at 6:30 p.m. Please let us know if you cannot attend; the briefing can be done by phone.
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