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Mount Alben Winter Ascent (2,019m) – Ilaria Couloir

Cornalba, Bergamo · Lombardia•1 day•Mountaineering · 2,019 m
Experience
High altitude experiences
Difficulty ?
PD (LITTLE DIFFICULT)
Where?
Bergamo, Lombardia
On your own?
No problem
Points
+21
Mount Alben Winter Ascent (2,019m) – Ilaria Couloir
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Overview
The experience
Difficulty
What's included
Itinerary
Carpooling
What to bring
Your guide
Reviews
Questions
WHY THIS CLIMB

Winter ascent of Mount Alben

The winter normal route, straight to the top.

Group chat a couple of days before
Come alone, leave with new friends

The experience

We set off with the Guidders from Cornalba, in the Val Serina, and climb towards the Baita Sura, then into the Canale Ilaria: with stable snow cover this is the most logical, continuous line for the winter ascent of Monte Alben, and effectively the normal route on snow. The gradients are sustained but regular, with a short steeper section at the start. It is a direct climb, technical in just the right measure, asking for good movement on snow and close attention to conditions.

5 reasons to come - the Canale Ilaria, the winter normal route on the Alben - a continuous line, straight to the summit - the Baita Sura along the climb - the summit of Monte Alben under snow - a climb that teaches you to read winter mountains

Who it suits A snow climb with sustained gradients: ice axe, crampons, experience of moving on snow and of assessing conditions are needed.

The Alben in winter is another mountain: come with the Guidders.

GOOD TO KNOW
Group chat
It opens a couple of days before: that's where the meeting point is confirmed and carpooling is arranged.
Free cancellation up to 7 days before
You pay nothing when you book.
+21 Guiddy points
Your points grow with every outing, level you up and unlock discounts, exclusive outings and goodies.
Guiddy Coordinator (runs the group, Telegram included)
Included in the price.
Not suitable for dogs
This time your dog stays at home.

How hard is it, really

Mountaineering scale
PD (LITTLE DIFFICULT)
F
PD
AD
D
TD
ED
WHAT YOU NEED BEFORE YOU GO
✓
BEFORE YOU GO
Build up to altitude gradually: in the weeks before, do outings above 2,000 m, sleep well the two nights before and arrive hydrated. Headache or nausea on the way up: tell your guide straight away, it's not a weakness
✓
IN YOUR BACKPACK
Crampons, ice axe, harness and helmet (rent them if you don't have them, your guide will show you how they work), warm gloves plus a spare pair, glacier glasses, high-factor sunscreen, a thermos and energy bars: we set off before dawn. Always with you: a plaster, an antiseptic wipe and a small bag for rubbish

What's included in the price

✓INCLUDED
✓Guiddy Coordinator (runs the group, Telegram included)
✓Alpine Guide
✕NOT INCLUDED
✕Avalanche beacon, shovel and probe (on request)
✕Crampons (on request)
✕Packed lunch or lunch at the hut
✕Parking
✕Travel to Cornalba
To get there, there's Guiddy carpooling, below.

Itinerary

One day, approximate times. The final details come in the group chat.

Elevation gain
1,100 m
Max altitude
2,019 m
Distance
12 km
Duration
7 h
Day
12 km · D+ 1,100 m · 7 h
Map
The stops · 12 km
Meeting point 8:30approximate
provincia di Bergamo, Italia. The exact time is confirmed in the group chat. We usually meet a little earlier for breakfast together, when possible.
HOW TO GET THERE
08:30PARKING
Let's kick off our hike!
Starting from Cornalba
10:00MOUNTAIN HUT
Sura Chalet
Passing by the Baita Sura mountain hut.
12:00SUMMIT
Summit of Mount Alben
"Here we are at the summit, ready to soak in the incredible views and enjoy our packed lunch!"
15:00RETURN
Back to the trailhead.
End of our trek!

How do you get to Cornalba? By carpooling.

You say so when booking, then you get organised in the Telegram group. Contacts and costs are agreed between you: a seat isn't guaranteed.

WHO'S ALREADY GOING
Offering a seat Looking for a seat
Cars are added in the last few days, once the group is confirmed.

What to bring

A list made for this route.

Water supply
REQUIRED
Food supply
REQUIRED
Backpack
REQUIRED
Mountaineering ice axe
RENTABLE
Caschetto alpinismo
REQUIRED
Trekking boots
REQUIRED
Crampons
RENTABLE
Mountaineering boots
RENTABLE
Packed lunch
REQUIRED
Snacks
REQUIRED
Waterproof gloves
REQUIRED
Heavy headgear
REQUIRED
Windbreaker
REQUIRED
Avalanche transceiver
REQUIRED
Shovel
REQUIRED
Mineral salts and supplements
RECOMMENDED
Trekking poles
RECOMMENDED
Guiddy tip: don't have full mountaineering kit (with crampons), mountaineering kit ( Helmet - Piccozza - harness) and crampons?
If you don't have it, rent it when you book: your guide will hand it over at the meeting point in Cornalba, already in your size.
Full mountaineering kit (with crampons)
choose it when booking
€25 / outing
Mountaineering kit ( Helmet - Piccozza - harness)
choose it when booking
€15 / outing
Crampons
choose it when booking
€10 / outing
Mountaineering helmet
choose it when booking
€5 / outing
Picke mountaineering
choose it when booking
€5 / outing
Mountaineering harness
choose it when booking
€5 / outing
Choose sizes and items when you book. You pay for the rental only if the outing is confirmed.

Reviews

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Questions?

Do I need mountaineering experience?
⌄
No, but you need to be fit: 1,100 m of elevation gain and 7 h of walking. You'll go over movement techniques and how to use the gear with your guide before setting off.
Can I join on my own?
⌄
How does carpooling work?
⌄
What happens if the weather is bad?
⌄
How does gear rental work?
⌄
Until when can I cancel?
⌄
Book now, pay only if it goes ahead
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✓No charge now: the amount is only held on your card
✓Free cancellation up to 7 days before
✓You're only charged once the group is confirmed, at 7 pm the evening before departure
✓Minimum not reached? No charge, nothing to do
Or pay straight away by card, PayPal, Satispay or Revolut. With Klarna you can also pay in interest-free instalments.
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Mount Alben Winter Ascent (2,019m) – Ilaria Couloir

Mount Alben Winter Ascent (2,019m) – Ilaria Couloir

Cornalba, (BG) · Lombardia
1 day · Mountaineering · 2,019 m
New: you'll be among the first Guidders to do it
Elevation gain
1,100 m
Max altitude
2,019 m
Distance
12 km
Duration
7 h
Guiddy points
+21
2 photos
WHY THIS CLIMB

Winter ascent of Mount Alben

The winter normal route, straight to the top.

Come alone, leave with new friends

The experience

We set off with the Guidders from Cornalba, in the Val Serina, and climb towards the Baita Sura, then into the Canale Ilaria: with stable snow cover this is the most logical, continuous line for the winter ascent of Monte Alben, and effectively the normal route on snow. The gradients are sustained but regular, with a short steeper section at the start. It is a direct climb, technical in just the right measure, asking for good movement on snow and close attention to conditions.

5 reasons to come - the Canale Ilaria, the winter normal route on the Alben - a continuous line, straight to the summit - the Baita Sura along the climb - the summit of Monte Alben under snow - a climb that teaches you to read winter mountains

Who it suits A snow climb with sustained gradients: ice axe, crampons, experience of moving on snow and of assessing conditions are needed.

The Alben in winter is another mountain: come with the Guidders.

How hard is it

Mountaineering scale
PD (LITTLE DIFFICULT)
F
PD
AD
D
TD
ED
WHAT YOU NEED BEFORE YOU GO
✓
BEFORE YOU GO
Build up to altitude gradually: in the weeks before, do outings above 2,000 m, sleep well the two nights before and arrive hydrated. Headache or nausea on the way up: tell your guide straight away, it's not a weakness
✓
IN YOUR BACKPACK
Crampons, ice axe, harness and helmet (rent them if you don't have them, your guide will show you how they work), warm gloves plus a spare pair, glacier glasses, high-factor sunscreen, a thermos and energy bars: we set off before dawn. Always with you: a plaster, an antiseptic wipe and a small bag for rubbish

What's included

INCLUDED
✓Guiddy Coordinator (runs the group, Telegram included)
✓Alpine Guide
NOT INCLUDED
✕Avalanche beacon, shovel and probe (on request)
✕Crampons (on request)
✕Packed lunch or lunch at the hut
✕Parking
✕Travel to Cornalba

Itinerary

Day · approximate times
Map
Stops · 12 km
Meeting point 8:30Cornalba
We usually meet a little earlier for breakfast together, when possible.
08:30PARKING
Let's kick off our hike!
Starting from Cornalba
10:00MOUNTAIN HUT
Sura Chalet
Passing by the Baita Sura mountain hut.
12:00SUMMIT
Summit of Mount Alben
"Here we are at the summit, ready to soak in the incredible views and enjoy our packed lunch!"
15:00RETURN
Back to the trailhead.
End of our trek!

How do you get to Cornalba? By carpooling.

You say so when booking, then you get organised in the Telegram group.

WHO'S ALREADY GOING
Offering a seat Looking for a seat
Cars are added in the last few days, once the group is confirmed.

What to bring

A list made for this route.
Water supply
REQUIRED
Food supply
REQUIRED
Backpack
REQUIRED
Mountaineering ice axe
RENTABLE
Caschetto alpinismo
REQUIRED
Trekking boots
REQUIRED
Crampons
RENTABLE
Mountaineering boots
RENTABLE
Packed lunch
REQUIRED
Snacks
REQUIRED
Waterproof gloves
REQUIRED
Heavy headgear
REQUIRED
Windbreaker
REQUIRED
Avalanche transceiver
REQUIRED
Shovel
REQUIRED
Mineral salts and supplements
RECOMMENDED
Trekking poles
RECOMMENDED
Guiddy tip: don't have full mountaineering kit (with crampons), mountaineering kit ( Helmet - Piccozza - harness) and crampons?
Rent it when you book: your guide will hand it over at the meeting point.
Full mountaineering kit (with crampons)
choose it when booking
€25 / outing
Mountaineering kit ( Helmet - Piccozza - harness)
choose it when booking
€15 / outing
Crampons
choose it when booking
€10 / outing
Mountaineering helmet
choose it when booking
€5 / outing
Picke mountaineering
choose it when booking
€5 / outing
Mountaineering harness
choose it when booking
€5 / outing
Choose when booking. You pay only if the outing is confirmed.

Reviews

— · none yet
Ibex
The first reviews come after the outing
Only from people who were really there.

You'll be among the first to share your story.

Questions?

Do I need mountaineering experience?
⌄
No, but you need to be fit: 1,100 m of elevation gain and 7 h of walking. You'll go over movement techniques and how to use the gear with your guide before setting off.
Can I join on my own?
⌄
How does carpooling work?
⌄
What happens if the weather is bad?
⌄
How does gear rental work?
⌄
Until when can I cancel?
⌄
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