MEZZALAMA HUT – Day Hike – Level STRENUOUS

MEZZALAMA HUT – Day Hike – Level STRENUOUS https://www.trek-mi.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/trek-mi-monte-rosa-hiking-mezzalama-mountain-hut-scaled.jpg 2560 1707 TrekMI TrekMI https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/06abfb075285b8a5a261f53379093fe0?s=96&d=mm&r=g Novembre 17, 2021 Dicembre 6, 2022

Located on the ridge of the moraine formed by the Verra Grand Glacier, the Mezzalama Hut is, without any doubt, one of the most scenic in the entire Alps. We’re at the very end of the picturesque Ayas Valley and on the southern side of the Monte Rosa Massif. From here the views of Castor, Pollux and Breithorn (peaks of over 4,000 metres) are simply breathtaking. The hike is challenging due to the significant gradient and altitude, suited for well trained hikers. The Mezzalama Hut was built in 1934 as an overnight base for the mountaineering ascents and still today offers shelter and warm food to its visitors. Reaching the Mezzalama Hut also offers an incredible chance to get closer to the ice of an alpine glacier!

BEST SEASON: end of june to end of september

WHAT TO EXPECT
TRIP TYPE: Day Hike Tour
TRIP LENGTH: Full Day
DRIVING TIME FROM MILAN: 2 hours – Let us know if you’re staying somewhere else and still want to organize the tour with us. We can meet you on the way!

DIFFICULTY LEVEL: STRENUOUS – Click HERE to understand the Hiking Difficulty Levels

DISTANCE: 15 kms/9,320 mi
ELEVATION GAIN: 1.350 m/4,430 ft
HIGHEST ALTITUDE: 3.036 m/9,960 ft
LUNCH: bring your own packed lunch or mountain hut

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Private tours are only open to your party
20% discount on the total price for families with kids and parties of 3 and 4. For bigger groups please ask for quote.

GEAR NEEDED: check the list of Things to Bring on a Day Hike

IMPORTANT: we run our tours in almost all weather conditions and very rarely cancel. See our Terms and Conditions for information on cancellations and refunds

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