7.0km
Total Distance
766m
Elevation Gain

Trail description

A steep climb from Breuil-Cervinia to the Rifugio Duca degli Abruzzi at the Oriondé (2,810 m), at the foot of the Italian ridge of the Matterhorn. Some sections are rocky; return by the same path. The hut stands above 2,500 m: start early, carry warm layers and turn back if storms build.

Route Map

Difficulty

3/5 · Moderate