Ski Mountaineering on Monte Castore

Ski Mountaineering on Monte Castore

CATEGORY

Ski touring on the glacier

DIFFICULTY

ELEVATION GAIN

DURATION

Day trip

SEASON

Winter

LOCATION

Mount Rosa

Overview

Have you already tried ski touring? Are you in good shape and want to push yourself further? 
Choose to ascend the Castore with free heels. The view from up there is wonderful, with the 4,000-metre peaks of the Alps all around you in a dreamlike concert of summits. You will head back down wishing you could climb them all. The slopes you will ski are perfect and well-suited for competent skiers.

Programme

With the first lift of the Monterosa Ski system, we ascend to the Colle della Bettaforca. From here, we begin our climb to the Quintino Sella refuge (3585 m), which we reach in about 3 hours. A stretch of secured ridge must be tackled with skis on our backs. After a short break, we continue towards Colle Felik (4100 m), reaching it in about an hour and a half. If conditions allow, we can ascend with skis and skins up to Punta Fillak. There we leave our skis, put on our crampons and, in about 20 minutes, climb the ridge to the summit of Castor (4226 m). Then comes the best part: we set off for an unforgettable descent!

1 Participant

€510

Per person

2 Hikers

€290

Per person

3 Participants

€220

Per person

The price includes: 

  • Guiding by a certified UIAGM Mountain Guide  

  • Harness

  • Crampons 

  • Safety kit (shovel, avalanche beacon, and probe)

The price does NOT include: 

  • Lift ticket

  • Meals, drinks, and anything not specified

The most common questions

The most common questions

The most common questions

What to know before you set off

Mountaineering is by its very nature an adventurous activity. The Monte Rosa guides, all of whom are UIAGM certified, are dedicated to doing everything possible to minimise any hazards, but a element of risk is always present and should be embraced as part of the adventure before signing up for our activities.

The Monte Rosa Guides will always do their utmost to help you achieve your personal goals and ensure you have the best possible experience in nature. However, you must agree to trust their professional judgement whilst in the mountains and respect any decision they make, including turning back, should it be deemed necessary. Being well-prepared and maintaining a good level of physical fitness is essential to ensure a safe and enjoyable journey on all our excursions. If, due to fitness levels or any other reason, your guide feels you are not quite ready for your chosen activity, they will happily suggest alternative adventures beautifully suited to your current level of preparation.

Mountaineering is by its very nature an adventurous activity. The Monte Rosa guides, all of whom are UIAGM certified, are dedicated to doing everything possible to minimise any hazards, but a element of risk is always present and should be embraced as part of the adventure before signing up for our activities.

The Monte Rosa Guides will always do their utmost to help you achieve your personal goals and ensure you have the best possible experience in nature. However, you must agree to trust their professional judgement whilst in the mountains and respect any decision they make, including turning back, should it be deemed necessary. Being well-prepared and maintaining a good level of physical fitness is essential to ensure a safe and enjoyable journey on all our excursions. If, due to fitness levels or any other reason, your guide feels you are not quite ready for your chosen activity, they will happily suggest alternative adventures beautifully suited to your current level of preparation.

What to pack

  • Ski touring skis and boots 

  • 25-30L backpack 

  • Avalanche transceiver, shovel and probe 

  • First aid kit 

  • Two pairs of gloves 

  • Layered ski clothing (thermal base layer + fleece + down jacket + outer shell) 

  • Sunscreen 

  • Sunglasses 

  • Neck warmer and/or beanie 

  • Splitboard crampons if you are a splitboarder

  • Harness and crampons for glacier climbs 

  • Ski touring skis and boots 

  • 25-30L backpack 

  • Avalanche transceiver, shovel and probe 

  • First aid kit 

  • Two pairs of gloves 

  • Layered ski clothing (thermal base layer + fleece + down jacket + outer shell) 

  • Sunscreen 

  • Sunglasses 

  • Neck warmer and/or beanie 

  • Splitboard crampons if you are a splitboarder

  • Harness and crampons for glacier climbs 

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