Around Monte Rosa trekking

Specification

7 days / 6 nights

Grade :

demanding / ***
6 hours of non consecutive walk per day

accommodation :

Nights in dormitories

Number of participants :

Minimum 6. Maximum 14

Luggage :

Van

Departure dates :

Sunday to saturday

Price : 1199

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Highlights

• Crossing Italian and Swiss valleys, between alpine meadows and glaciers
• Optional Breithorn ascent, accessible to all
• Exceptional panoramas of the Monte Rosa glaciers and peaks

Between us

Optional: Breithorn ascent (4,164 m) – a 4,000-meter peak, technically accessible for seasoned hikers, starting at €150/person, including equipment (crampons and harness).

How to get there

Airport : Geneva
Train station : St Niklaus

Including :

International mountain leader
Full board
Luggage transfer

Excluding :

Transport to the meeting point
Drinks
Cancellation insurance

Around Monte Rosa trekking

Standing at 4,634 meters, Monte Rosa is the second-highest peak in the Alps, glowing pink at sunrise and sunset. This 7-day trek takes you through iconic trails in the Italian valleys of Macugnaga, Alagna, and Gressoney, and the glacier-rich Swiss side, offering spectacular ridges and breathtaking landscapes.

Designed for passionate hikers, the route crosses high mountain passes and cozy refuges. For an added challenge, the Breithorn summit (4,000 m) offers an unforgettable Alpine experience. From the Theodule Pass to Zermatt’s glaciers, every step reveals Monte Rosa’s grandeur.

Day by day

Day 1 : Graëchen - Saas Fee

Your adventure begins with a scenic trek around the northern tip of the Monte Rosa massif. Along the way, you'll enjoy splendid views of the surrounding peaks. The day ends in the legendary village of Saas Fee, nestled at the foot of several 4,000-meter summits, including the Dom and Weissmies—an idyllic setting to start your trek.

650
500
5h

Day 2 : Saas Fee - Macugnaga

The day starts with a hike along the beautiful Mattmark Lake, a reservoir sitting at 2,200 meters. From there, you ascend to the Monte Moro Pass (2,868 m), marking the Swiss-Italian border. This pass offers breathtaking views of the eastern face of Monte Rosa—the highest in the Alps. You’ll descend into the remote Italian valley of Macugnaga, nestled at the foot of glaciers.

650
1500
6h

Day 3 : Macugnaga - Alagna

Departing from Macugnaga, you enter the wild Quaraxxa Valley, a secluded and rarely visited area. You will ascend the Turlo Pass (2,738 m), a historic smuggler’s route that has connected the Italian valleys for centuries. After crossing these pristine landscapes, you’ll arrive at the alpine meadows of Alesia and eventually reach the charming village of Alagna, renowned for its mountain traditions.

1430
1160
6h30

Day 4 : Alagna - Gressoney

The ascent to the Olen Pass (2,881 m) offers spectacular views of the Otro Valley, a pristine natural area with picturesque hamlets nestled in the mountains. On the other side of the pass, you will descend toward the Gressoney meadows, dominated by the imposing silhouette of the Liskamm and other Monte Rosa peaks. The views are simply magical.

1720
520
7h

Day 5 : Gressoney - Val d'Ayas

This stage leads you to the Slaroforco Pass (2,689 m), located just beneath the iconic Castor and Pollux peaks. The landscape here is dramatic, with glaciers and rocky slopes dominating the scene. You’ll then descend into the beautiful Ayas Valley, where the serene Forca Lake offers a peaceful rest stop.

1720
520
6h

Day 6 : Val d'Ayas - Rifugio Theodulo - Théodulpass

Today, you’ll gain altitude, heading toward the Cima Blanche Pass (2,982 m), overlooking the Breuil Cervinia resort. The views are spectacular, with the Matterhorn towering majestically on the horizon. You’ll then reach the Theodulo Hut, perched at 3,317 meters, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding peaks and glaciers.

1500
460
6h

Day 7 : Rifugio Theodulo - Zermatt

Your final day takes you back into Switzerland via the historic Theodule Pass (3,317 m), a key route between the Valais and Aosta valleys. You’ll descend toward Zermatt, the famous village at the foot of the Matterhorn, where your adventure concludes. For those who wish, the Breithorn ascent is offered as an optional climb—a unique opportunity to summit a 4,000-meter peak.

1650
5h

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