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Mount Alben Winter Ascent (2,019m) – Ilaria Couloir
Cornalba, Bergamo · Lombardia•1 day · Sunday•Mountaineering · 2,019 m
Experience
High altitude experiences
Difficulty ?
PD (LITTLE DIFFICULT)
Where?
Bergamo, Lombardia
On your own?
No problem
Points
+21
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
For the selected date: by 19 December, 23:59. Today you only pay the €59.50 deposit, which is refundable.
Guiddy accident insurance
Included in the price.
+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
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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
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IN YOUR BACKPACK
Crampons, ice axe, harness and helmet: if you don't have them, you can rent them when you book. Your guide shows you how they work before setting off. 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)
✓Mountain guide (IFMGA)
✓Guiddy accident insurance
✓Safety briefing and gear check
✓Guiddy points for the loyalty programme
✕NOT INCLUDED
✕Avalanche beacon, shovel and probe
✕Crampons
✕Parking
✕Packed lunch or lunch at the hut
✕Equipment rental (optional)
✕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
Sunday
27 Dec
12 km · D+ 1,100 m · 7 h
Apple MapsA
08:30PARKING
Let's kick off our hike!
Starting from Cornalba
B
10:00MOUNTAIN HUT
Sura Chalet
Passing by the Baita Sura mountain hut.
C
12:00SUMMIT
Summit of Mount Alben
"Here we are at the summit, ready to soak in the incredible views and enjoy our packed lunch!"
D
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
for the selected date
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.
Your guide
Guide for this date · Sunday 27 December
Andrea G.
· 14 outings with Guiddy
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Italiano
Inglese
Guida alpina
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Questions?
Do I need mountaineering experience?
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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?
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How does carpooling work?
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What happens if the weather is bad?
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How does gear rental work?
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Until when can I cancel?
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€59.50 today, the rest 30 days before
✓A €59.50 deposit to hold your place: it's the only thing you pay today
✓Free cancellation up to 7 days before (for this date: 19 December, 23:59)
✓€59.50 balance charged automatically 30 days before departure
✓Minimum not reached? Deposit fully refunded
Deposit and balance by card, PayPal, Satispay or Revolut. The balance can also be paid in interest-free instalments with Klarna.
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