Mountaineering Expeditions to Monte Rosa

Alagna is a historic starting point for serious mountaineering ascents to the Monte Rosa massif. From the Indren cable car station (3275m), skilled mountaineers, usually accompanied by local alpine guides, tackle routes to peaks like Punta Gnifetti (reaching the highest refuge in Europe, Capanna Margherita at 4554m), Vincent Pyramid (4215m), and the Zumsteinspitze (4563m). These are high-alpine expeditions requiring significant experience, physical fitness, and specialized equipment, typically undertaken in July and August. Guide fees for a Monte Rosa ascent typically start from €400-€600 per person for small groups.