Experiencing true high-mountain ski mountaineering at Punta Giordani, one of the iconic 4000-meter peaks of Monte Rosa, is an unmissable adventure. From the summit, you’ll be surrounded by the beauty of the skiable peaks of the Alps, making it an ideal starting point for planning new ski mountaineering adventures across the Monte Rosa range.
Starting from the Punta Indren station at 3275 meters, you’ll immediately put on your skis with skins. The vast slope will unfold before you, with an increasing gradient up to 3800 meters, before becoming gentler. As you ascend, the views will open wide, letting you forget the effort and fill you with awe.
Whether it’s your first time tackling a 4000-meter peak or you’ve already experienced the thrill of ski mountaineering on Monte Rosa, the atmosphere at this altitude will be magical, and every breath will feel unique. At 4000 meters, after removing your skis, a short final climb will take you to one of the most spectacular viewpoints of the Alps, where your gaze will stretch as far as Lake Garda.
The descent will be pure excitement: first, we’ll look for the best snow to ski down to 3300 meters. From there, we’ll choose whether to descend the Alagna side, crossing the Bors glacier and the famous Valsesia channels, or the Gressoney side, through the Canale dell’Aquila, Canal Grande, Stolemberg, or Colle della Salza.
Each turn will demand precision and control, but this will be the key to living an unforgettable adventure. Spectacular landscapes and dream descents await — a perfect experience for those who want to feel the essence of ski mountaineering Monte Rosa.
IFMGA guide of Monte Rosa, Monterosaski day skipass, technical equipment (harness, crampons), safety kit (shovel, ARVA, and probe)*.
*subject to availability
Not included in the price: accident insurance (recommended), meals not specified for yourself and the guide, everything not listed under “the price includes”
– Safety kit: avalanche transceiver, shovel, probe
– Telescopic ski poles
– Skins
– Ski touring skis and boots
– Harness
– 1 locking carabiner
– Ski crampons
– Ice axe
– Sunscreen with good protection
– Knife
– Ski gloves
– Thermos
– Sunglasses + ski goggles
– 30 L backpack
– Sun hat + windproof hat
– Wool socks
– Layered ski clothing (breathable base layer, fleece, windproof shell, ski jacket, and pants with integrated gaiters)
The Monte Rosa guides ascend Punta Giordani with skis, taking a maximum of 4 skiers per guide.
Facing a ski mountaineering ascent requires a combination of technical skills and physical endurance. While the ability to ski on a black run may indicate a good level of technical preparation, ski mountaineering also requires comprehensive physical training and a strong ability to adapt to the mountain’s variable conditions.
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