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Rifugio Duca degli Abruzzi: below the Matterhorn from Cervinia

Valtournenche, Valle d'Aosta · Valle d'Aosta•1 day•Hiking · 2,810 m
Experience
Day hikes
Difficulty ?
INTERMEDIATE
Where?
Valle d'Aosta, Valle d'Aosta
On your own?
No problem
Points
+18
Rifugio Duca degli Abruzzi: below the Matterhorn from Cervinia
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Overview
The experience
Difficulty
What's included
Itinerary
Carpooling
What to bring
Your guide
Reviews
Questions
WHY THIS HIKE

Face to face with the Matterhorn, at 2,810 metres

A trek in the heart of Valtournenche, at the foot of one of the most iconic mountains in the world. We start from Cervinia on the trail climbing to Rifugio Duca degli Abruzzi, through alpine pastures, scree and views opening ever wider onto the face of the Matterhorn.

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

The experience

The hut, at 2,810 metres, stands in a privileged spot: from there the south face of the Matterhorn rises in front of you in its full height, surrounded by its glacial setting. It is the kind of place where you sit down and stop talking for a few minutes.

It is only 5 kilometres, but with 850 metres of ascent: the climb is concentrated and continuous, and the altitude makes itself felt. In return the view accompanies every single step.

This is an intermediate hike: few kilometres but 850 concentrated metres of ascent, with sections on scree and altitude reaching 2,810 metres. Trained legs and some familiarity with high mountains are needed. Bring boots, poles, water and a windproof jacket.

Come with the Guidders: book your place and let's climb below the Matterhorn.

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 3 days before
You pay nothing when you book.
Guiddy accident insurance
Included in the price.
+18 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

Guiddy scale
INTERMEDIATE
F
F+
I
I+
D
D+
850 m D+ · 5 km · 7 h
Exposure and exposed sections
NONE
No exposed sections reported on the route.
VERTIGO RISK
WHAT YOU NEED BEFORE YOU GO
✓
BEFORE YOU GO
Go to bed early, have a good breakfast and drink before you set off: you've got 7 h and 850 m of ascent ahead, if you go to the mountains a couple of times a month, you're fit enough
✓
IN YOUR BACKPACK
Hiking shoes, 1.5 litres of water, a snack and a windproof jacket, plus poles. Always with you: a plaster, an antiseptic wipe and a small bag for rubbish

What's included in the price

✓INCLUDED
✓Guiddy accident insurance
✓Guiddy Coordinator (runs the group, Telegram included)
✓Certified Guide
✕NOT INCLUDED
✕Optional lunch in hut
✕Travel to Valtournenche
To get there, there's Guiddy carpooling, below.

Itinerary

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

Elevation gain
850 m
Max altitude
2,810 m
Distance
5 km
Duration
7 h
Day
5 km · D+ 850 m · 7 h
Map
The stops · 5 km
Meeting point 8:00approximate
. The exact time is confirmed in the group chat. We usually meet a little earlier for breakfast together, when possible.
HOW TO GET THERE
08:00MEETING
Meeting at Breuil-Cervinia
We meet the Guidders at the free car park in Breuil-Cervinia, Valtournenche (AO). The day packs its height gain into few kilometres, so we start early. The exact time is shared in the outing's Telegram group.
08:10VIEWPOINT
Through Cervinia
We walk through the centre of Cervinia, with the chance of a coffee at the bar before taking the trail. It is the last comfortable moment of the day: from here on it is all uphill.
12:00MOUNTAIN HUT
Rifugio Duca degli Abruzzi (2,810 m)
The trail climbs gradually through high pastures, rock and ever wider views over the Breuil-Cervinia basin. Reaching the hut at 2,810 metres, an extraordinary view opens onto the face of the Matterhorn and the glaciers around it: we stop here for lunch.
15:30RETURN
Back to Cervinia
We descend the way we came, the Matterhorn behind us and the basin widening ahead. At the cars we take the time for a toast before saying goodbye.

How do you get to Valtournenche? 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 hike. No technical gear: just good shoes and a well-packed backpack.

Trekking poles
REQUIRED
Backpack
REQUIRED
Layered clothing
REQUIRED

Your guide

Federica A.
Federica A.
· 1 outings
We'll email you when they have a new outing on the calendar.

Hi Guidders! 🧡 I'm Federica, an environmental hiking guide, and the mountains have been my life companion for as long as I can remember. I've been out in them for over 35 years: since my parents carried me in a rucksack along the trails and up the peaks of the Aosta Valley. And once I started walking on my own two feet, I never stopped. After years of experience and training I chose to make it my job, wanting to share this passion and to show people the genuine beauty of the mountains. On my outings I like creating experiences that are simple, honest and full of wonder, because every trail has a story to tell — and it's almost always more interesting than the elevation gain. 🥾🌿 See you in the mountains, Guidders!

Italiano
Guida Ambientale Escursionistica

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

Questions?

I've only done easy trails, can I come?
⌄
Flat or slightly inclined sections with short stretches on steep slopes and rocks, not tiring or demanding. You need to be fit enough to walk for 7 h with 850 m of ascent. If in doubt, message Ibex on WhatsApp.
Can I join on my own?
⌄
How does carpooling work?
⌄
What happens if the weather is bad?
⌄
What if the group doesn't reach the minimum?
⌄
Until when can I cancel?
⌄
Book now, pay only if it goes ahead
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✓Minimum not reached? No charge, nothing to do
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Rifugio Duca degli Abruzzi: below the Matterhorn from Cervinia

Rifugio Duca degli Abruzzi: below the Matterhorn from Cervinia

Valtournenche, (23) · Valle d'Aosta
1 day · Hiking · 2,810 m
New: you'll be among the first Guidders to do it
Elevation gain
850 m
Max altitude
2,810 m
Distance
5 km
Exposed sections
None
Duration
7 h
Guiddy points
+18
2 photos
WHY THIS HIKE

Face to face with the Matterhorn, at 2,810 metres

A trek in the heart of Valtournenche, at the foot of one of the most iconic mountains in the world. We start from Cervinia on the trail climbing to Rifugio Duca degli Abruzzi, through alpine pastures, scree and views opening ever wider onto the face of the Matterhorn.

Come alone, leave with new friends

The experience

The hut, at 2,810 metres, stands in a privileged spot: from there the south face of the Matterhorn rises in front of you in its full height, surrounded by its glacial setting. It is the kind of place where you sit down and stop talking for a few minutes.

It is only 5 kilometres, but with 850 metres of ascent: the climb is concentrated and continuous, and the altitude makes itself felt. In return the view accompanies every single step.

This is an intermediate hike: few kilometres but 850 concentrated metres of ascent, with sections on scree and altitude reaching 2,810 metres. Trained legs and some familiarity with high mountains are needed. Bring boots, poles, water and a windproof jacket.

Come with the Guidders: book your place and let's climb below the Matterhorn.

How hard is it

Guiddy scale
INTERMEDIATE
F
F+
I
I+
D
D+
850 m D+ · 5 km · 7 h
WHAT YOU NEED BEFORE YOU GO
✓
BEFORE YOU GO
Go to bed early, have a good breakfast and drink before you set off: you've got 7 h and 850 m of ascent ahead, if you go to the mountains a couple of times a month, you're fit enough
✓
IN YOUR BACKPACK
Hiking shoes, 1.5 litres of water, a snack and a windproof jacket, plus poles. Always with you: a plaster, an antiseptic wipe and a small bag for rubbish

What's included

INCLUDED
✓Guiddy accident insurance
✓Guiddy Coordinator (runs the group, Telegram included)
✓Certified Guide
NOT INCLUDED
✕Optional lunch in hut
✕Travel to Valtournenche

Itinerary

Day · approximate times
Map
Stops · 5 km
Meeting point 8:00Valtournenche
We usually meet a little earlier for breakfast together, when possible.
08:00MEETING
Meeting at Breuil-Cervinia
We meet the Guidders at the free car park in Breuil-Cervinia, Valtournenche (AO). The day packs its height gain into few kilometres, so we start early. The exact time is shared in the outing's Telegram group.
08:10VIEWPOINT
Through Cervinia
We walk through the centre of Cervinia, with the chance of a coffee at the bar before taking the trail. It is the last comfortable moment of the day: from here on it is all uphill.
12:00MOUNTAIN HUT
Rifugio Duca degli Abruzzi (2,810 m)
The trail climbs gradually through high pastures, rock and ever wider views over the Breuil-Cervinia basin. Reaching the hut at 2,810 metres, an extraordinary view opens onto the face of the Matterhorn and the glaciers around it: we stop here for lunch.
15:30RETURN
Back to Cervinia
We descend the way we came, the Matterhorn behind us and the basin widening ahead. At the cars we take the time for a toast before saying goodbye.

How do you get to Valtournenche? 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 hike.
Trekking poles
REQUIRED
Backpack
REQUIRED
Layered clothing
REQUIRED

Your guide

Federica A.
Federica A.
1 outings with Guiddy
Guida Ambientale Escursionistica

Hi Guidders! 🧡 I'm Federica, an environmental hiking guide, and the mountains have been my life companion for as long as I can remember. I've been out in them for over 35 years: since my parents carried me in a rucksack along the trails and up the peaks of the Aosta Valley. And once I started walking on my own two feet, I never stopped. After years of experience and training I chose to make it my job, wanting to share this passion and to show people the genuine beauty of the mountains. On my outings I like creating experiences that are simple, honest and full of wonder, because every trail has a story to tell — and it's almost always more interesting than the elevation gain. 🥾🌿 See you in the mountains, Guidders!

We'll email you when they have a new outing on the calendar.

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?

I've only done easy trails, can I come?
⌄
Flat or slightly inclined sections with short stretches on steep slopes and rocks, not tiring or demanding. You need to be fit enough to walk for 7 h with 850 m of ascent. If in doubt, message Ibex on WhatsApp.
Can I join on my own?
⌄
How does carpooling work?
⌄
What happens if the weather is bad?
⌄
What if the group doesn't reach the minimum?
⌄
Until when can I cancel?
⌄
Ibex
Still unsure? Message Ibex on WhatsApp →
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