Mountain climbing

Corno Nero, Ludwigshöhe, Zumstein

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Monte Rosa has 21 peaks over 4000 meters which can mostly be reached by following short and not technically complex itineraries. They are suitable for those who already have some mountaineering experience and are physically fit.

We have chosen 3 ascents that are particularly dear to us. These 3 hikes are all a similar level and represent the spirit of Monte Rosa. They are absolutely must-climbs on the list of those who have made mountaineering their passion.

Corno Nero 4321 m: this itinerary follows along the Lys glacier which flows into the steep snowy/icy slope (50°) of about 50 meters in elevation leading you to the ridge preceding the summit.

Ludwigshöhe 4342 m: this itinerary reaches the pass Colle del Lys first. From here, a snowy ridge which is not steep, leads you to the summit.

Zumstein Peak 4563 m: we will follow the road that leads to Capanna Margherita up to Colle Gnifetti where we will climb the short but exposed snowy ridge and the rocks that lead to the summit. The panorama of the immense east face of Monte Rosa is spectacular.

Program

Day 1
Meeting with your guide at the ticket office at the Staffal ski lift at 2.30 pm, equipment checks and ascent with the ski lift to Punta Indren (3270 m), then an approximate 1-hour hike to Refuge Citta di Mantova (3498 m). Dinner and overnight.

Day 2
Departure at dawn for your chosen peak. Return to Staffal around 1:30pm to 4:30pm.

Corno Nero 4321 m
Duration of the ascent: 3 hours and a half
Elevation uphill: 850 m

La Ludwigshöhe 4342 m
Duration of the ascent: 3 hours
Elevation uphill: 850

Zumstein 4563 m
Duration of the ascent: 5 hours
Elevation uphill: 1070 m

Necessary equipment

5 layers of clothing for the upper body (thermal shirt, light fleece, heavy fleece, down jacket, anorak.)
two set of gloves (soft and ski ones)
sunglasses (with 3 or 4 protection)
heavy trousers (windproof)
underpants
gaiters
rigid, ankle height, waterproof boots.
two pair of ski socks
headlamp
hat that covers your ears
bag sheet for the hut
sun screen & lip balm
poles
ice axe (if are used to it)
helmet is recommended but not compulsory
1lt water bottle/thermos
harness & crampons

Price

Corno Nero – cost of the guide:
1 alpinist 550€
2 alpinists 300€/each
3 alpinists 220€/each

Maximum number of participants: 2/3 for each guide.

Ludwigshöhe – cost of the guide:
1 alpinist 450€
2 alpinists 240€/each
3 alpinists 170€/each
4 alpinists 150€/each

Maximum number of participants: 4 for each guide.

Punta Zumstein – cost of the guide:
1 alpinist 750€
2 alpinists 380€/each
3 alpinists 280€/each
4 alpinists 220€/each

Maximum number of participants: 3/4 for each guide.

The price includes:

a guide, rental of technical equipment: harness and crampons

The price DOES NOT include:
the ski lifts, half board for customers and the guide in the refuge (paid by the group).

Other details

Mountaineering is a dangerous activity by nature, the Monte Rosa guides, all UIAGM certified, undertake to do everything possible to minimize the dangers but the risk can never be eliminated and must be accepted before registering for the our activities.

The Monte Rosa Guides will always do their best to help you achieve your goals and ensure you have the best possible experience; however you must agree to rely on their unquestionable judgment while you are in the mountains and to respect any decision they make, including the return, if it is deemed necessary. Being adequately prepared and having a minimum standard of fitness is necessary to maintain an adequate margin of safety in our activities. If, due to your physical condition or for any other reason, your guide decides that you are not ready for the activity you have chosen, you will be offered alternatives adapted to your level of preparation.