The Wild Mount Rose Trek

We hike at the foot of the Monte Rosa glaciers, where we have two options: ascend the White Peaks Valley or take the Veraz Valley to reach the Verra glaciers, among the largest in the Alps. The White Peaks Valley is reminiscent of the Dolomites, with its large lakes, streams, and magnificent view of the Dos de Rolin, perched at 3,898 meters. If we choose to climb towards the Mezzalama refuge, we will discover a stunning lake overlooked by the impressive glaciers of the Breithorn (4,160 m), the Castor (4,225 m), and the Pollux (4,089 m). It is a very wild valley, where we will likely encounter climbers descending from the peaks or from the Guides d'Ayas refuge. After a beautiful climb, we will descend into the Champoluc Valley; a short bus connection will then allow us to reach our superb refuge overlooking Champoluc, where you will be won over by the Italian cuisine and the warm welcome of the Walser community (formerly present from Valais, near Zermatt and the Saas Valley, to the Monte Rosa region).

This is the longest day of the trek, but the beauty of the landscapes will carry you effortlessly!

We leave the refuge and head to Alpe Masognaz, an exceptional hamlet entirely renovated by a single family in a unique Walser style. After this magnificent village, we ascend a wild valley to reach the Col di Palasina, where, if you wish, we can climb a soaring 3,000-meter peak, or simply enjoy the many surrounding lakes and Punta del Lago. In the evening, we will sleep in a large refuge located at the foot of a beautiful gneiss cliff, a place where ibex regularly like to congregate.

A very beautiful day, quite easy, ideal for recharging the batteries after the splendid stage of the previous day!

This day offers a true high-altitude journey, between peaks and ridges, at nearly 3,000 meters. The hike follows a magnificent trail with breathtaking views. We'll pass through several charming villages, typical of the Walser Valley, whose architecture is reminiscent of the traditional chalets of the Zermatt region in Switzerland. We'll also have the opportunity to walk alongside some beautiful lakes, and depending on the weather and your fitness level, it may be possible to climb an additional peak. Your guide will adapt to the group.

This stage takes us back to the Gressoney valley after two days spent in the Champoluc valley.

We set off with a light bag, as this day is a loop: we will return to the refuge to collect our belongings before reaching the starting point of the trek in Staffal.

This makes the climb to the Pinter Pass much easier. The trail, fast and pleasant, winds past beautiful Walser alpine chalets. The ascent begins in a magnificent larch forest before opening onto beautiful alpine pastures. The Pinter Pass is splendid, with a lake below for those who wish to enjoy a final swim in the mountains!

Above the pass, it's possible to climb Monte Pinter, at 3120 meters, to enjoy exceptional views of the Monte Rosa glaciers. This option is only offered to those who wish to do it, only in good weather, and if your guide deems the group to have the necessary technical and physical ability: it's clearly a step above the rest of the trek, corresponding to a 3-star rated stage.

We then descend back to the refuge to collect our bags, before continuing down into the valley through a magnificent larch forest sheltering ancient trees, alongside a stunning waterfall. Once at the bottom, a shuttle will take us back to the cars, where we can share a final drink in a restaurant before everyone heads home, our heads full of beautiful mountain images and a wonderful shared adventure!

A magnificent final day of sport, which can allow you to experience a higher level!