High-road Chamonix-Zermatt – Ski raid
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Price
From 1740.00 €
About the Haute-Route Chamonix-Zermatt ski raid
Set off on the legendary Haute-Route between Chamonix and Zermatt, linking the two mountaineering capitals on touring skis.
From Mont Blanc to the Matterhorn, you’ll cross numerous passes and glaciers, and enjoy the immensity of the high-mountain landscape.
Take this historic itinerary for a total immersion in the heart of the high mountains.
You will leave with :
Julian
Mountain guide
“In the mountains, you don’t just climb peaks, you live them to the fullest, each ascent becoming an adventure in its own right.”
Photo gallery of the Haute-Route Chamonix-Zermatt ski raid
The Haute-Route Chamonix-Zermatt ski raid route
Upcoming departures
What's included in the formula
- Supervision by a state-certified mountain guide
- 6 nights’ accommodation in a dormitory in a mountain refuge
- Half-board in refuges (dinners and breakfasts)
- Picnic lunches and snacks during the hike
- J1 ski lift
- The following technical equipment: crampons, ice axe, harness, helmet.
What's not included in the package
- Cancellation and repatriation assistance insurance to be taken out on registration.
- Transport to and from the meeting point (optional return trip Zermatt – Chamonix at €45 per person)
- Personal ski touring equipment (clothing, skis, boots, sealskins, poles, personal first-aid kit…).
- Personal safety equipment: avalanche transceiver, shovel and probe (can be hired from sports stores)
- Beverages during meals, excluding still water
- Everything not mentioned in the price includes
Day 1: Col du Chardonnet - Refuge de Saleina
Overnight in refuge – collective dormitory – D+: 1270 m / D-: 1672 m
Meet at the Grands Montets lifts. Ascent to Col des Rachasses.
After crossing the glacier des Rognons, the glacier d’Argentière and the Col du Chardonnet, we reach our first hut, the Saleina hut, near the glacier of the same name.
Day 2: Refuge de Saleina - La Fouly
Night in hostel – collective dormitory – D+: 650m / D-: 1600m
From the refuge, climb to the Col de Saleina (3261m) followed by a beautiful traverse to the summit of the Grande Lui
(3508m).
We descend the glacier to the village of La Fouly, where we spend the night.
Day 3: La Fouly - Col du Grand Saint Bernard
You’ll start your day with a long ascent of the Dranse de Ferret valley before reaching the Ferret window at 2698m, which marks the border with Italy. Depending on conditions and fitness, you’ll have the opportunity to climb a small summit and ski down to the summit. Finally, after a short ascent, you’ll reach the Hospice du Grand Saint Bernard, where you’ll spend the night.
Day 4: Col du Grand Saint Bernard - Cabane de Valsorey
Night in refuge – collective dormitory – D+ : 1700 m / D – : 550 m
Descent from Grand St Bernard, followed by a climb to Col de Proz (2779 m).
A beautiful traverse to the Proz glacier, then to the Col de Montorge (2881 m), followed by a descent into the valley behind the Col.
We climb back up to the Valsorey hut for the night.
Day 5: Cabane de Valsorey - Cabane de Chanrion
Early start, with a steeper climb towards the Col de Sonadon (3520m).
A slightly more technical section, with skis and crampons.
From the Col de Sonadon, we descend over the Mont Durand glacier to the Chanrion hut.
Day 6: Cabane de Chanrion - Refuge Bertol
Ascent of the Otemma glacier to the Col du Petit Mont Collon (3292 m), then traverse to the Col de l’Evêque (3392 m).
Passage of Col Collon (3074m).
After a fine descent of the Arolla glacier, we climb back up to the Bertol hut perched at 3311 m. Magnificent panoramic views of the Dent Blanche and the Matterhorn.
Day 7: Refuge Bertol - Zermatt
Cross the Mont Miné glacier to climb Tête Blanche (3724 m), facing the mythical Matterhorn.
Over the Col d’Hérens (3462m) and down to Zermatt via the Stockji and Zmutt glaciers. We are now at the foot of the Matterhorn’s north face.
Return to Chamonix on your own.
Highlights of the trip
General information
SAFETY
You can find the Quai d’Orsay’s position on these countries on the official website of the French Ministry of Foreign Affairs: diplomatie.gouv.fr in the “Conseils aux voyageurs” section.
The information contained on the website of the French Ministry of Foreign Affairs is subject to change and is given for guidance only. Please note that no region of the world or country can be considered safe from the risk of terrorism.
REGISTRATION
By post:
Ask us for a registration form
- by phone: 06 65 93 29 29
- or e-mail: contact@watse.fr
Send us your registration with a copy of your passport, your postal address, telephone number and e-mail address, together with a deposit of 35% of the cost of the trip.
Also, if you wish to take out a Comfort or Comfort Multirisk cancellation insurance policy, this must be paid at the same time as the deposit when you register. You can consult our insurance contracts on our website.
By internet:
Book your holiday directly on our website: directly on the holiday page, choosing your dates and insurance options.
ATTENTION: air fares will be maintained until 3 months before departure and may be readjusted if necessary if you book during this period.
ASSISTANCE AND SAFETY
We strongly advise you to take out assistance insurance for the duration of your trip.
We offer two different types of insurance: Comfort Cancellation and Comfort Multirisk, to be taken out when you register for your trip.
Details of this insurance are available on request or can be viewed by by clicking here.
Other offers include Mondial Assistance, your own insurance company or Club Alpin Français. Check that your trekking activity is covered.
Make sure your insurance covers all medical expenses in the event of an accident.
You must make sure that you are covered for mountain rescue costs. If this is the case, you must provide us with the following information before you set off on your trek:
- a certificate from the insurance company covering mountain rescue costs.
- the contract number and telephone number of the assistance center
Beware of restrictive clauses in certain insurance policies (particularly those linked to Visa Premier, Gold or other cards), such as mountain insurance limited to snow activities, or altitude sickness not recognized as an illness requiring repatriation, which will be refused.
Please check the actual content of your insurance and take the necessary steps if necessary.
Health & climate
JET LAG
No time difference.
CLIMATE
Summer and winter alike, temperatures in the mountains vary with altitude, and the way they feel can be greatly affected by the intensity of the wind.
HEALTH AND VACCINES
No vaccinations required.
We strongly recommend that you are up to date with the usual vaccinations: diphtheria-tetanus-poliomyelitis, whooping cough, tuberculosis, typhoid fever, hepatitis A and B.
We recommend that you have a check-up with your dentist before you leave.
IFREMMONT
No specific indications.
Transport and conditions
Meet at the Grands Montets lifts in Chamonix on the morning of D1. Transport to Chamonix on D1 and from Zermatt on D7 are not included in the price.
A return trip from Zermatt to Chamonix is available as an option (on request).
The lift on D1 is included in the price of the stay.
AIR
No specific indications.
LUGGAGE
You carry your own personal belongings for the duration of your stay. We advise you to take only the bare essentials with you, so as not to burden yourself unnecessarily.
The stay
MEALS
Evening meals, breakfasts and picnics prepared by the refuges.
Snacks are provided, but you’re welcome to bring your own.
Please let us know as soon as possible if you have a special diet.
ACCOMMODATION
6 nights in collective dormitories in mountain refuges. Silk sheet mandatory.
TRAINING
Supervision by a French state-certified mountain guide, for 6 people maximum.
Practical info
ELECTRICITY
You can recharge your electronic devices in the refuges. We advise you to bring an external battery if you need to.
FORMALITIES AND VISA
No visa required for French nationals and citizens of bordering countries.
BUDGET, CHANGE AND TIPS
Travel to and from departure and arrival points is not included. Meals not included (cold drinks, snacks, etc.) and accommodation are included in the price of the stay. Tipping is not compulsory and should reflect your satisfaction with the team.
Watse added value
AN ITINERARY WITHOUT TRANSFERS
The entire stay on skis, without vehicle transfers.
QUALITY ACCOMMODATION
The chosen accommodation has been selected by our team for its geographical location and the quality of its welcome.
A LOCAL GUIDE
Supervision by a local guide who knows the massif like the back of his hand.