Castor peak skitouring, Gressoney. Are you looking for a new challenge to test your ski mountaineering skills? If the usual outings no longer excite you, a day ascent to Castor peack is the perfect choice. From the summit, you will be surrounded by breathtaking views of the 4000-meter peaks of the Alps, with stunning summits that will take your breath away.
We will ascend with skins to the Felik peak. After removing our skis and putting on crampons, we will reach the top of Castore in about 20 minutes. From here, a thrilling descent awaits. The slopes are ideal for experienced skiers, guaranteeing both adrenaline and fun.
In summary, skiing at Castorr offers an unforgettable adventure, filled with incredible landscapes and a dream descent.
Castor peak skitouring, Gressoney by the numbers.
Elevation Gain: 1500 m
Elevation Loss: 2400 m
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1 skier € 560,00
2 skiers € 320,00 / person
3 skiers € 240,00 / person
4 skiers € 200,00 / person
Solo but want to join this trip? Check the groups section.
Day 0
5:00 PM – Briefing with your UIAGM guide, either in the office, via call, or over the phone—whichever you prefer. We want to get to know you to ensure we understand your expectations. We will review the equipment details and prepare the plan for the following day, taking into account your training level, and weather and snow conditions.
Day 1
Meet your guide at Staffal ticket office in Gressoney. Together you will check the equipment and the guide will distribute the necessary technical gear. We will take the first lift to the Bettaforca Pass to start the ascent to the Quintino Sella Refuge, a journey of about 3 hours. Part of the route, approximately 30 minutes, involves carrying your skis along an equipped ridge.
After a short break at the refuge, we will continue the ascent to Felik Pass, at 4100 meters, which will take about 1 hour and 30 minutes of walking. If the snow conditions are favorable, we will proceed to the Felik peak. Here, we will leave our skis and, with crampons on, tackle the southeastern ridge, reaching the summit of Castore in about 20 minutes.
The descent of 2400 meters will be an amazing experience, making this adventure truly special.
– Safety kit: avalanche transceiver, shovel, probe
– Telescopic ski poles
– Skins
– Ski touring skis and boots
– Harness
– 1 locking carabiner
– Ski crampons
– Ice axe
– Sunscreen with good protection
– Knife
– Ski gloves
– Thermos
– Sunglasses + ski goggles
– 30 L backpack
– Sun hat + windproof hat
– Wool socks
– Layered ski clothing (breathable base layer, fleece, windproof shell, ski jacket, and pants with integrated gaiters)
Monte Rosa guides ascend Castor peak with a maximum of 4 skiers per guide
Ascending on skis requires a combination of technical skills and physical endurance.
In Summary, while the ability to ski on black runs may indicate a good level of technical preparation, ski mountaineering also requires comprehensive physical fitness and the ability to adapt to the variable mountain conditions.
€560.00
Our packages do not include insurance. Since many of you are members of mountain clubs, which offer excellent coverage for their members, or already have personal insurance, we aim to avoid redundancy.
However, if you are not yet insured (and we highly recommend you consider it) and would like coverage for:
you can explore the available options on Europ Assistance or on L’Arca Assicurazioni.
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