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Visolotto Normal Route

Silent guardian of the King

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Visolotto Normal Route

Informations

Guide-to-client ratio

1/2

Period

From June to September

Difficulty

PD - Slightly Difficult Mountaineering (the climb requires good fitness for 6–8 hours of walking)

Level

Area

Cottian Alps

Adjacent to the majestic Monviso, almost as if to protect it or perhaps to capture some of its imposing beauty, stands Visolotto (3,348 m a.s.l.). Often less celebrated than its illustrious neighbor, this peak nevertheless represents a fundamental and distinctive element of the Viso mountain group, offering unique perspectives and rewarding challenges for experienced mountaineers and hikers.

Its structure is imposing, characterized by rock faces that plunge toward the glacial cirques below, such as the Vallone delle Forciolline to the east and the Viso Glacier to the northwest. Its shape makes it recognizable by its massive and rugged profile, less slender than Monviso but no less fascinating.

Special thanks to Danilo Rabino for the kind use of the photographs.

Program

Day 1:

  • Meet your mountain guide in Castello di Pontechianale (1,600 m a.s.l.) or at an agreed location. Depart for the hike toward Rifugio Vallanta (2,450 m a.s.l.) through the Vallone di Vallanta. The trail is well-marked and offers striking views. You can also choose to make the approach comfortably by e-bike. Arrival at the hut, check-in, rest, and evening briefing with the guide to prepare for the next day's climb. Dinner and overnight stay at the hut.

Day 2

  • Wake up and breakfast at the hut. Departure at dawn for the climb to Visolotto. Head up the valley toward Colle di Vallanta, then detour toward Colle delle Cadreghe. The final mountaineering section winds over rocky terrain (blocks, debris, and slabs) with easy climbing passages (Grade I/II). Once you reach the summit (3,348 m a.s.l.), you can enjoy a splendid view of the North and West faces of Monviso.

Necessary materials

Mountaineering equipment

  • mountaineering boots or approach shoes with Vibram soles
  • telescopic trekking poles
  • harness
  • helmet

Harness and helmet can be rented.

High mountain clothing

  • thermal first layer
  • technical sweatshirt or fleece
  • down jacket or padded jacket
  • Goretex jacket or similar windproof jacket
  • mountaineering trousers
  • gloves
  • cap or buff

Essential accessories

  • sleeping bag sheet (mandatory in all high mountain refuges)
  • category 3 or 4 sunglasses
  • sunscreen
  • headlamp
  • energy bars and basic medicines

Rates per person for private/pre-formed groups

Le seguenti tariffe si applicano esclusivamente a gruppi privati e precostituiti:

  • 500€ - 1 persona
  • 280€ - 2 persone

Group ascents

GROUP CLIMB RATE: €280

THE CLIMB IS CONFIRMED WITH 2 PARTICIPANTS

For more information or to confirm your booking, contact Silvio Bassignano, our guide who coordinates summer climbs in the Monviso Group:

+39 348 714 8590 WhatsApp

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    A great mountain enthusiast, he spent many years managing the Bozano Refuge at the base of Corno Stella, a mountain on which he is also co-author of a monographic guidebook. He trained in the Maritime Alps and around Monviso, and collaborates with ski resorts and A.I.NE.VA. as safety director for avalanche risk prevention.

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