Summit Ski Tour Monte Rosa

Sporty
5 days
View of the Monte Rosa Massif
Multiple 4000m peaks in one tour
Diverse glacier landscapes
Challenging yet achievable high-altitude ski tour

Season:

March May

Departure Times

17:00

Key info

Minimum one ski tour on glacier terrain
Minimum 9 hours of hiking while carrying a backpack
Descents in various snow conditions

Overview

Recommended for: Anyone who trades comfort for the view.

5 days on skis between mighty glaciers and towering peaks – Monte Rosa is calling!

Multiple 4000m peaks, magnificent glacier landscapes, and long descents: The ski tour in the Monte Rosa massif combines high alpine challenges with impressive natural moments. Perfect for those seeking endurance, high-altitude air, and true mountain adventures.

Itinerary

Meeting points
Day1
Day 1: Arrival in Zermatt
Meet in Zermatt and enjoy a group dinner. Check equipment and make final preparations for the coming days. You need to arrange the first night's accommodation yourself.
Day2
Day 2: Ascent of Breithorn 4,164 m a.s.l.
Take the train to Klein Matterhorn, then ski up to Breithorn. A short but intense climb brings us to the first summit. After a descent and another ascent, we reach Schwarztor. The long glacier descent to the Gorner Glacier is a highlight before we ascend to the Monte Rosa Hut.
Distance
12.5 km
Ascent
+900 m
Descent
-1900 m
Walking time
6-7 hrs
Day3
Day 3: Collecting 4000m Peaks
Climb over the Grenz Glacier to Ludwigshöhe (4,341 m a.s.l.). From there, continue to Parrotspitze (4,432 m a.s.l.), Corno Nero (4,322 m a.s.l.), and Vincent Pyramid (4,215 m a.s.l.). The air gets thinner, the views expand. Descend to Gnifetti Hut.
Distance
10.5 km
Ascent
+1650 m
Descent
-1000 m
Walking time
8-9 hrs
Day4
Day 4: Visit Europe's Highest Mountain Hut
Climb to Signalkuppe (4,554 m a.s.l.), where Europe's highest mountain hut stands. Take a short break with views over endless glaciers and the blooming Italian valleys. Then a long descent to Monte Rosa Hut to end the day with a cool drink.
Distance
11.5 km
Ascent
+1000 m
Descent
-1700 m
Walking time
6-7 hrs
Day5
Day 5: Ascent of Cima di Jazzi 3,803 m a.s.l.
Final ascent over the Gorner Glacier to Cima di Jazzi (3,803m). The perfect vantage point to reflect on the past days. Then a long descent to Zermatt, concluding the tour.
Distance
20 km
Ascent
+1050 m
Descent
-1250 m
Walking time
5-6 hrs

Whats included

Guiding from a licenced mountain guide/ aspirant guide
Expenses of the mountain guide
Overnight stay(s) with half-board for the mountain guide
Hut reservation
Summit Certificate

Not included

Costs for cable cars and travel expenses of the guest
Overnight stay(s) in bunk room with half-board for the guest
Snacks
Technical equipment
Costs for a taxi if needed (guests pay for the guide's share)

Pack list

Weather info

General weather info

Weather can influence any tour, and a clear decision is often only possible on the day itself. We review conditions carefully and remain within our safety limits, and bad weather alone does not mean we have to stop.

Make sure we can reach you with current contact information in case your booking changes. Silence from us means your tour is still planned or the final call is not yet made. If we need to cancel, you can rebook, choose another activity, or get a full refund.

For detailed advice on how to prepare for (and enjoy!) bad weather days in Interlaken, check out our weather blog 

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