Ski touring around Mt Viso in the Queyras

Characteristic of the Southern Alps, at a height of 3841 m, Mount Viso is a complex summit, each of its sides holding its mysteries as many temptations for climbers. It also offers great ski touring that this raid invites you to discover!

I propose here a 4-day program. It can be adapted according to the time you have and your desires.

Day 1: Belvédère du Viso – Granero Refuge

We depart from a place named the Roche Ecroulée, after the Belvédère du Viso road, where the Ristolas Mont Viso National Nature Reserve appears. A first day in which the beautiful Viso appears in the distance and we temporarily turn our backs to better surround it. We will pass through the Sellière Pass for a first and beautiful descent to the Monte Granero refuge.

+ 1047 m – 457 m

Day 2:  Granero Refuge – Passo Luisas – Sella Quintino Refuge

From lake to lake, we reach the foot of Monte Granero which we go round to the Passo Luisas (3028 m), a beautiful pass that allows us to dive in the Piano de Re.

Last report to reach the Quintino Sella refuge in a long contemplation at the foot of the beautiful north face of Viso.

+ 1272 m – 968m

Day 3: Sella Quintino Refuge – Vallanta Refuge

Today we will pass through the peaceful Passo Gallarino by which we’ll descend to the Vallone di Vallante, 700 m lower. Then, one last climb will take us to Vallanta refuge at the foot of the impressive west face of Viso.

+ 580 m – 800 m

Day 4: Vallanta Pass – Roche Ecroulée

A final pass where we expect a splendid descent to finally join the Roche Ecroulée which should not have moved! A great loop!

+ 355 m – 1039 m

An incredible ski tour that awaits you! 😉 Contact me and we’ll discuss about it.