The day before – Welcome in Saint-Gervais
Meet at 6:30 p.m. at the guides’ office. Meet your guide, followed by a briefing and gear check.
Day 1 – Vittorio Emanuele II Hut (2732 m)
Departure from Saint-Gervais for the village of Pont (1960 m) in the Aosta Valley. Picnic or lunch depending on conditions. A steady ascent through forests and alpine meadows leads to the Vittorio Emanuele II Hut.
Elevation gain: +770 m. Night in the hut.
Day 2 – Ascent of the Gran Paradiso (4061 m)
Early start toward the Grand Paradiso Glacier, then the Laveciau Glacier. Final ascent in crampons along the summit ridge to the Madonna. Spectacular views of Mont Blanc and the Valais peaks. Descent via the same route back to Pont.
Elevation change: +1350 m / -1915 m.
The guides may adjust the program according to the weather, mountain conditions, and the participants’ level.
This two-day trip to the Gran Paradiso invites you to experience a legendary summit of the Italian Alps. From the village of Pont, the ascent to the Vittorio Emanuele II Hut (2732 m) crosses alpine meadows and larch forests typical of the Aosta Valley, offering a gentle immersion before reaching the high mountains.
On the second day, the ascent leads to the summit of the Gran Paradiso (4061 m), a true lookout over Mont Blanc, the Valais, and the Matterhorn. The climb, non-technical yet sustained, unfolds across beautiful glacial slopes before the short final ridge that leads to the Madonna at the summit.
This iconic ski touring route blends alpine atmosphere, ski ascent, and stunning scenery, ideal for experienced skiers wishing to tackle their first 4,000-meter peak on skis in a distinctly Aosta Valley setting.
From mid-March to May depending on snow conditions, for pre-formed groups.
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.
Maximum 4 people per guide. Group departures guaranteed from 3 participants. You will be supervised by a mountain guide.
For strong skiers in good physical condition. The summit section involves some technical difficulties requiring experience in ski touring and skiing off-piste and in all snow conditions. Feel free to contact us if you are unsure about the required level.
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).
Price for group departures:
€520 per person (departure guaranteed from 3 participants)
Price for the group package:
€520 per person (departure guaranteed from 3 participants)
Price for private packages:
1 participant: €1280
2 participants: €700 per person
3 participants: €540 per person
4 participants: €430 per person
5 participants: €590 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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