• Climbing Monte Rosa in 3 days
  • Climbing Monte Rosa in 3 days
  • Climbing Monte Rosa in 3 days
  • Climbing Monte Rosa in 3 days
  • Climbing Monte Rosa in 3 days
  • Climbing Monte Rosa in 3 days
  • Climbing Monte Rosa in 3 days
  • Climbing Monte Rosa in 3 days
  • Climbing Monte Rosa in 3 days
  • Climbing Monte Rosa in 3 days
  • Climbing Monte Rosa in 3 days
  • Climbing Monte Rosa in 3 days
  • Climbing Monte Rosa in 3 days
  • Climbing Monte Rosa in 3 days
  • Climbing Monte Rosa in 3 days
  • Climbing Monte Rosa in 3 days
  • Climbing Monte Rosa in 3 days
  • Climbing Monte Rosa in 3 days
  • Climbing Monte Rosa in 3 days
Monte Rosa Massif / Italy

Climbing Monte Rosa in 3 days

4,6/5 (34 reviews)
Réf : FAMR

In summary

  • Sports
    Mountaineering
  • Duration
    3 days
  • Level
    Advance

    Levels

    Mountaineering
    Beginner
    Mountaineering is a demanding sport; consequently, there is no "beginner" physical level for it. If you have never mountaineered before, you can aim for an intermediate or advanced level.
    Intermediate
    For fit hikers who wish to experience the high mountains. No specific mountaineering skills are required; the crampon work is straightforward. Guides are on hand to provide instruction and ensure your safety. The daily elevation gain generally ranges from 700 to a maximum of 1,000 meters.
    Confirmed
    For those who engage in endurance or mountain sports (running, cycling, trail running, rock climbing, trekking, etc.) three or more times a week. You are capable of hiking for long hours in the mountains and ascending around 1,500 meters in a single day. Ideally, you have some prior high-altitude experience (such as walking in crampons), though this is not essential if you are in excellent physical condition. To aid acclimatization, it is recommended to go mountain hiking in the days leading up to the trip.
    Advanced
    For those who regularly practice endurance or mountain sports (running, cycling, trail running, rock climbing, trekking, etc.)—at least four times a week. You are capable of hiking for over eight hours in the mountains and ascending between 1,500 and 2,000 vertical meters in a single day. You have mastered crampon techniques. Prior mountaineering experience (ascents or ice training) is mandatory.
    Expert
    For those in excellent physical condition who regularly engage in mountain activities (rock climbing, mountaineering, ice climbing, etc.): you have mastered mountaineering techniques and are capable of undertaking climbs rated D or higher.
  • Destination
    Monte Rosa Massif / Italy
  • Age
    From the age of 18
  • CO₂-Emissions
    12.73 kg CO2
  • Type of stay
    This group trip is perfect for travelers who want to experience a sporting adventure with other enthusiasts and be guided.
    Type of stay
    In a group
  • Languages
    🇫🇷
    French
    🇬🇧
    English

In a few words

Set off to climb Monte Rosa ! This mountain range The Alps are the second highest mountain range in the Alps. A veritable bouquet of peaks over 4,000 meters high makes up these mountains straddling the border between Italy and Switzerland. The Dufourspitze, at 4,634 meters, is its highest point. Here, lovers of soaring summits and breathtaking views will find themselves in paradise.

The highlights

  • A unique glacial landscape, amidst peaks over 4000 m high
  • A three-day program for those with limited availability.
  • A unique and safe experience
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Sport

Level

Mountaineering

Advance

Levels

Mountaineering
Beginner
Mountaineering is a demanding sport; consequently, there is no "beginner" physical level for it. If you have never mountaineered before, you can aim for an intermediate or advanced level.
Intermediate
For fit hikers who wish to experience the high mountains. No specific mountaineering skills are required; the crampon work is straightforward. Guides are on hand to provide instruction and ensure your safety. The daily elevation gain generally ranges from 700 to a maximum of 1,000 meters.
Confirmed
For those who engage in endurance or mountain sports (running, cycling, trail running, rock climbing, trekking, etc.) three or more times a week. You are capable of hiking for long hours in the mountains and ascending around 1,500 meters in a single day. Ideally, you have some prior high-altitude experience (such as walking in crampons), though this is not essential if you are in excellent physical condition. To aid acclimatization, it is recommended to go mountain hiking in the days leading up to the trip.
Advanced
For those who regularly practice endurance or mountain sports (running, cycling, trail running, rock climbing, trekking, etc.)—at least four times a week. You are capable of hiking for over eight hours in the mountains and ascending between 1,500 and 2,000 vertical meters in a single day. You have mastered crampon techniques. Prior mountaineering experience (ascents or ice training) is mandatory.
Expert
For those in excellent physical condition who regularly engage in mountain activities (rock climbing, mountaineering, ice climbing, etc.): you have mastered mountaineering techniques and are capable of undertaking climbs rated D or higher.
For those who regularly practice endurance or mountain sports (running, cycling, trail running, rock climbing, trekking, etc.)—at least four times a week. You are capable of hiking for over eight hours in the mountains and ascending between 1,500 and 2,000 vertical meters in a single day. You have mastered crampon techniques. Prior mountaineering experience (ascents or ice training) is mandatory.

In figures

Mountaineering

  • Average duration/day: 4h
  • Average distance/day: 8 km
  • Average daily elevation gain: 700 m
  • Average daily descent: 844 m
  • Maximum altitude: 4634 m
  • Exposed Passages: Yes

Management

During this stay, a supervisor will be present to guide and assist you.
Band : 1 supervisor for 3 to 4 people
Languages ​​spoken:
🇫🇷
French
🇬🇧
English
Guide de haute montagne

This trip is supervised by a certified high mountain guide: 1 guide for a maximum of 4 people.

Management

Security

The guide may modify the program at any time if mountain conditions, weather or the physical condition of the participants requires it and in the interest of safety.

We are at a high altitude, but we remain accessible should the need arise. We can also descend quickly if necessary. In bad weather, a certain degree of isolation may be felt.

For safety reasons and to ensure a consistent level of competition as advertised, the organizers and staff reserve the right to discontinue your participation if your technical skill and/or physical condition do not meet the required standards. Under no circumstances will this discontinuation entitle you to a refund or compensation.
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Program

Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
  • map

    Arrival at Staffal, review of cramponing fundamentals and refuge

    • Activity Mountaineering
    • Distance 2 km
    • Positive elevation gain 200 m
    • Negative elevation 500 m
    • Maximum altitude 3436 m
    • Accommodation Refuge
    • Breakfast not included
    • Lunch included
    • Dinner included

    Meet early in the morning in Staffal , located 4km from Gressoney-la-Trinité in Italy, at an altitude of 1850m. We'll check your equipment (you must arrive fully equipped) and distribute your packed lunches. We'll take the Punta Indren cable car and at the summit, we'll review some basic ice climbing techniques, including the fundamentals of cramponing and glacier safety, before heading towards the Mantova refuge.

    Day 1

Note

This program may be modified at the guide's discretion if mountain conditions, weather or the physical condition of the participants require it.

For safety reasons and to ensure a consistent level corresponding to that announced, the management and organization reserve the right to interrupt your participation if your technical level and/or physical fitness do not correspond to those required.

Accommodation

🏔️ Mountain refuge - Day 1

Nights in the mountain huts are spent in dormitories, and blankets are provided. Toiletries will be kept to a minimum. Slippers are available, so there's no need to bring shoes for the hut.

Access

Departure
Staffal
Day 1 : 07h30
End of stay
Staffal
Day 3

Go to the starting point

Access by train
Take the train toGare de Staffal
Access by plane
The nearest airport isAeroport de Turin
Access by car
Travel to the place of stay with parking available
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Price details

The price includes

  1. Supervision by a high mountain guide
  2. Half-board accommodation in dormitory-style mountain huts
  3. Picnics
  4. The ski lifts necessary for the normal running of the program
  5. The collective equipment necessary for safety

The price does not include

  1. Transportation to and from the meeting/dispersal point
  2. Individual technical equipment: mountaineering boots, crampons, ice axe, harness, etc...
  3. Drinks in mountain huts and personal expenses

Options

  1. Flex fare and insurance

Practical information

Specific formalities

They traveled with us

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4,6/5
(34 reviews)
At Decathlon, the reviews are reliable.
Reviews displayed in reverse chronological order
L

Laurent

august 2026
Translated from French
First 4000-meter peaks with this Monte Rosa summit program, great guide (Yuri) who planned our two days perfectly. Thank you!
Published on 06/09/2026
J

Julien

july 2026
Translated from French
A fantastic mountaineering trip on Monte Rosa, completely safe with Augustin, our high-mountain guide, who is passionate about the mountains, a great teacher, and very kind. Thank you again!
Published on 24/07/2026
R

Romain

july 2026
Translated from French
A great adventure with a fantastic guide and a great climbing team!
Published on 21/07/2026

They traveled with us

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4,6/5
(34 reviews)
At Decathlon, the reviews are reliable.
Reviews displayed in reverse chronological order
L

Laurent

august 2026
Translated from French
First 4000-meter peaks with this Monte Rosa summit program, great guide (Yuri) who planned our two days perfectly. Thank you!
Published on 06/09/2026
J

Julien

july 2026
Translated from French
A fantastic mountaineering trip on Monte Rosa, completely safe with Augustin, our high-mountain guide, who is passionate about the mountains, a great teacher, and very kind. Thank you again!
Published on 24/07/2026
R

Romain

july 2026
Translated from French
A great adventure with a fantastic guide and a great climbing team!
Published on 21/07/2026
M

Maxime

july 2026
Translated from French
Excellent stay on Monte Rosa with our guide Augustin, who knows the mountain like the back of his hand and proved to be a true expert. Thank you again!
Published on 21/07/2026
F

Frédéric

june 2026
Translated from French
Overall, a very good stay. Just one small drawback: water is chargeable at the refuge.
Published on 03/07/2026
DT
Decathlon Travel's response
Translated from French

Good morning,

Thank you so much for taking the time to share your feedback! We are delighted to read that you had a very good stay overall and that the adventure was wonderful.

Regarding the minor drawback you mentioned, we completely understand that it might seem surprising at first. However, water management in the high mountains is a real challenge: mountain huts are not connected to the mains drinking water supply like those in the valleys. Water is a precious commodity there and must either be airlifted in bottles or treated on-site using complex filtration systems. This explains why it is not free.

It's all about total immersion in nature, but we'll make sure this logistical information is even better highlighted in our travel journals to avoid any surprises on future climbs!

Thank you again for your trust and we would be delighted to support you in your next sporting challenge.

From a sporting perspective,

C

Catherine

june 2026
Translated from French
Magnificent landscapes, stunning setting, top-notch refuge! Only one small drawback: the Monte Rosa tour with Mountains Expedition, a bit rushed! 20 minutes in total for the longest break, for lunch (time to remove crampons and pack, untie the rope and harness, go into the refuge, take off gear, use the restroom and put everything back on, re-rope, and put crampons back on – barely enough time to eat a quick sandwich), and less than 5 minutes at the summits of the other points of interest... I would have preferred to climb fewer peaks but be able to admire and contemplate the view for at least 2 minutes at the summit, without worrying about not having time to eat an energy bar or drink water if I took a photo... I understand that sometimes the weather conditions are difficult and you can't linger, but after so much effort and elevation gain, I would have liked to be able to admire the view for more than 30 seconds sometimes… Even if it means climbing fewer peaks during the day, I'll enjoy landscapes that I might only see once in my life.
Published on 23/06/2026
DT
Decathlon Travel's response
Translated from French

Hello Catherine,


Thank you so much for your feedback! We're absolutely delighted to read that the scenery and the refuge were breathtaking. Monte Rosa is truly an incredible experience, that's for sure.

However, we completely understand your frustration with the "timed" aspect of the breaks. When you make such an effort, you want to enjoy the view!

To be perfectly honest, another group set off at the exact same time as you on the same route, and for them, the pace was more relaxed. In the high mountains, it sometimes comes down to very little: a rope team moving slightly slower, a delayed departure time, or a guide who senses the weather changing and decides to push ahead to ensure everyone's safety.

We understand that sometimes it's better to skip a summit and take the time to breathe and appreciate where you are. We'll pass this message directly to the guides so they keep this in mind as soon as conditions allow.

We hope you still have some great memories (and some beautiful photos!) to cherish. See you soon for more adventures, and we promise we'll try to book a little more time at the summit next time!

See you soon,

Gwen

C

Clotilde

september 2025
Translated from French
The other participants weren't up to the task for reasons known before the trip (one lacked the necessary physical fitness, another had a knee injury, and the last lacked motivation), which led to one withdrawal on the second day and three on the third (out of four participants). The uncertainty of not being able to complete the planned itinerary is frustrating and disappointing, given the time and money required for mountaineering. The guide helped me develop my knowledge and experience of high-altitude mountaineering with excellent advice throughout the trip, despite a gloomy and unenthusiastic atmosphere within the group. Fortunately, I was still able to complete the planned itinerary (Gnifetti Peak, Vincent Pyramid, and Giordani Peak). The Mantova refuge is very good. I would consider repeating the experience with Decathlon Travel, but I would inquire about the participants' ages and the guide beforehand.
Published on 11/09/2025
DT
Decathlon Travel's response
Translated from French

Hello Clotilde,


Thank you for your detailed feedback. We are sorry that group dynamics negatively impacted your experience, despite the successful completion of the climb.

Our trips are open to anyone meeting the skill level criteria indicated on the information sheet. The guide has therefore had to adapt the itinerary accordingly, but this will not prevent you from completing the program.

We are passing on your comment about the age of the participants to our team, in order to see how we can better inform them in the future.

Well done for your commitment to the mountains, and thank you again for your trust.


The Decathlon Travel team

M

Marie

august 2025
Translated from French
Three very enjoyable days! The view, the scenery, the organization, the physical effort – everything was perfect! The climb is reserved for people in good physical condition!
Published on 20/08/2025
J

JEAN-LUC

august 2025
Translated from French
A truly wonderful high-mountain experience. Even after previous notable experiences, the weather conditions and the guide's expertise allowed me to further develop my knowledge of high-mountain terrain, including walking with crampons on all types of ground (snow, ice, and rock), and rope team formation. An experienced, patient, and skilled guide from the Valdostan region. 😊 A must-do for beginners or experienced climbers, with the ascent to the Margherita hut and Punta Jordani.
Published on 19/08/2025
b

benoit

august 2025
Translated from French
The Monte Rosa massif is a beautiful destination, but very crowded. The only downside to the trip was the guide, who, while professional, was very unsociable, even grumpy!
Published on 12/08/2025
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