The classic 5-day traverse of the highest peak entirely on Italian soil // April & May 2026
Dates:
2. April – 8. April // 9. April – 14. April // 20. April – 26. April // 27. April – 3. May //
and on request
An exceptional ski touring circuit through Gran Paradiso National Park. The tour combines impressive glacier landscapes, steep couloirs, and spectacular descents into an unforgettable alpine experience. With the ascent of Gran Paradiso (4,061m) as the absolute highlight, you’ll enjoy five days immersed in the pristine beauty of the Italian Alps. // For experienced ski tourers with alpine credentials.
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TOUR OVERVIEW
The Gran Paradiso ski touring circuit (5-7 days) takes you deep into Gran Paradiso National Park, navigating glacier landscapes, steep couloirs, and varied alpine terrain. The crown jewel: summiting Gran Paradiso (4,061m) with its breathtaking ice fields and endless views.
The tour combines everything that makes ski mountaineering in the high alps special: skinning across glaciers, technical rope work, challenging descents through diverse terrain, and nights in traditional Italian refuges where the mountain culture is alive and well. Each day brings new landscapes and demanding transitions that keep you focused and engaged.
The route demands solid ski technique across all conditions, confident glacier travel, rappelling skills, and the fitness to handle consecutive long days at altitude. Expect technical passages, impressive descents, and the authentic experience of Italian mountain huts.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
– Gran Paradiso (4,061m): The highest peak entirely within Italian territory
– Impressive glacier landscapes: Ghiacciaio del Laveciau, Ghiacciaio di Noaschetta, and more
– Spectacular descents: Extended, varied descents through diverse terrain types
– Steep couloirs: Technically demanding passages, particularly on Punta Ondezana
– Authentic hut culture: Overnight stays in traditional Italian mountain refuges
– National Park: The entire tour traverses the protected Gran Paradiso National Park
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DETAILS:
Location:
Aosta Valley, Gran Paradiso National Park (Italy)
Dates: April and May 2026
The ideal period for the Gran Paradiso ski touring circuit extends from mid-March to late May, depending on snow conditions:
– March/April: Finest snow conditions, often powder snow, extended daylight
– May: Corn snow conditions, longer days, warmer temperatures
Organisation:
– Duration: 5-7 days
– Group size: 1-4 persons (private guiding)
– Accommodation & meals: Mountain huts (overnight with half-board)
– Arrival/departure: Individual and flexible (parking available in Valnontey, return transfer from La Lillaz can be arranged)
– Guidance and leadership: Experienced IVBV/UIAGM mountain guide
– All technical equipment available for hire
Required skills:
– This ski touring circuit is designed for experienced ski tourers with alpine experience
– Ski technique: Confident skiing in all snow conditions and terrain types, including steep slopes to 40°
– Ascent technique: Kick-turn proficiency, ski crampon handling
– Fitness: Minimum 1,300m vertical ascent daily, extended stages up to 8 hours
– Alpine experience: Glacier experience, rope and ice axe handling, alpine route-finding
– Rappelling skills: Required for the rappel station at La Gran Serra
– The tour also demands mental strenght for consecutive days at altitude in variable conditions
Equipment:
Touring skis with skins, ski touring boots, poles, ski crampons, avalanche transceiver, shovel, probe, first aid kit, light rope (min. 30m), prusik sling, ice screws, ice axe, crampons, ski touring clothing (layers), gloves, hat, sunglasses (Cat. 4), hut sleeping bag liner, headlamp, backpack 35-40l
Tour Price (5 days):
Upon request.
The price includes professional guiding by a certified mountain guide.
Accommodation, meals, and travel costs are not included in the tour fees.
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