10 mountain destinations in Italy offer ice climbing on Alpe Match, mainly in winter. Compare them by altitude, season and price level, and see the services available in each destination.
| Destination | Village altitude | Max altitude | Ski area | Lifts | Season | Price level | Services |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alagna Valsesia Piedmont | 1,188 m | 4,554 m | 132 km | 20 | Winter | €€€ | 1 |
| Cervinia Aosta Valley | 2,050 m | 3,883 m | 154 km | 16 | Spring, Summer, Autumn | €€€€ | 1 |
| Courmayeur Aosta Valley | 1,224 m | 4,810 m | 100 km | 18 | Winter | €€€ | 1 |
| La Thuile Aosta Valley | 1,441 m | 2,800 m | 152 km | 38 | Winter | – | 1 |
| Madonna di Campiglio Trentino | 1,522 m | 2,600 m | 156 km | 62 | Winter | €€€ / €€€€ | 1 |
| Champoluc Aosta Valley | 1,568 m | 3,275 m | 180 km | 10 | Winter | – | – |
| Gressoney-La-Trinité Aosta Valley | 1,627 m | 4,527 m | 180 km | 37 | Winter | – | – |
| Macugnaga Piedmont | 1,327 m | 4,618 m | 32 km | 9 | Winter | – | – |
| Santa Caterina Valfurva Valtellina valley | 1,738 m | 2,880 m | 35 km | 10 | Winter | – | – |
| Valtournenche Aosta Valley | 1,524 m | 3,883 m | 54 km | 9 | Winter | – | – |
Dedicated areas and routes for ice climbing are available in and around Alagna, catering to both beginners and experienced climbers. These include natural icefalls that freeze solid in winter and sometimes artificial…
For those seeking an exhilarating challenge, Cervinia offers specialized courses and guided expeditions for ice climbing on frozen waterfalls and glacier trekking. Led by certified alpine guides, these programs cater to…
During winter, Courmayeur offers exceptional opportunities for ice climbing, with several natural icefalls transforming into challenging and rewarding climbing routes. Guided excursions and courses are available for all…
For thrill-seekers and experienced climbers, the nearby Valgrisenche valley (approx. 45-60 minute drive) is renowned as a premier ice climbing destination in the Alps. It boasts numerous frozen waterfalls and icefalls,…
For the truly adventurous, Madonna di Campiglio and its surroundings offer opportunities for ice climbing on spectacular frozen waterfalls during the winter months. Guided excursions are available for climbers of all…
Listed among the activities of Champoluc.
Full guide to ChampolucListed among the activities of Gressoney-La-Trinité.
Full guide to Gressoney-La-TrinitéListed among the activities of Macugnaga.
Full guide to MacugnagaListed among the activities of Santa Caterina Valfurva.
Full guide to Santa Caterina ValfurvaListed among the activities of Valtournenche.
Full guide to ValtournencheAlagna Valsesia, Cervinia, Courmayeur, La Thuile, Madonna di Campiglio and Champoluc, among 10 destinations offer ice climbing according to Alpe Match data.
Based on the services listed in each destination, ice climbing is mainly available in winter. Dates vary every year: check with local operators.
Courmayeur, with a maximum altitude of 4,810 m.