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Rifugio Vittorio Emanuele II: trekking in Valsavarenche

Valsavarenche, Valle d'Aosta · Valle d'Aosta•1 day•Hiking · 2,735 m
Experience
Day hikes
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INTERMEDIATE
Where?
Valle d'Aosta, Valle d'Aosta
On your own?
No problem
Points
+17
Rifugio Vittorio Emanuele II: trekking in Valsavarenche
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Overview
The experience
Difficulty
What's included
Itinerary
Carpooling
What to bring
Your guide
Reviews
Questions
WHY THIS HIKE

The hut that stands for the Gran Paradiso

An iconic trek in the heart of the Gran Paradiso National Park, between rushing streams, alpine pastures and views that grow grander as you climb. With the Guidders we set off from the valley floor of Valsavarenche and follow the historic path to Rifugio Vittorio Emanuele II, at 2,735 metres: one of the best-known huts in the Alps and the base for climbers heading to the summit of the Gran Paradiso.

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

The experience

The route runs through spectacular surroundings where it is not unusual to spot ibex and marmots: this is Italy's oldest national park, and the animals here are used to people. The views over glaciers and the great peaks that dominate the valley widen at every bend.

It is 12 kilometres and 780 metres of ascent, seven hours of walking on a well-marked and never particularly demanding trail. An accessible hike, but full of feeling, and perfect for breathing in real high-mountain air.

This is an intermediate hike: 780 metres of ascent and seven hours in total, on a well-marked trail with no technical difficulty. We reach 2,735 metres, so some familiarity with altitude helps. Bring boots, water and a windproof jacket.

Come with the Guidders: book your place and let's walk up to the Vittorio Emanuele.

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 2 days before
You pay nothing when you book.
Guiddy accident insurance
Included in the price.
+17 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+
780 m D+ · 12 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 780 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 Valsavarenche
To get there, there's Guiddy carpooling, below.

Itinerary

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

Elevation gain
780 m
Max altitude
2,735 m
Distance
12 km
Duration
7 h
Day
12 km · D+ 780 m · 7 h
Map
The stops · 12 km
Meeting point 8:30approximate
Strada regionale della Valsavarenche, 11010 Valsavarenche Valle d'Aosta, 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
08:30MEETING
Meeting at Pont, Valsavarenche
We meet the Guidders at the car park in Le Pont, in Valsavarenche (AO), at the head of the valley. Introductions, a backpack check and off along the trail up to the hut. The time is indicative: the exact one is shared in the outing's Telegram group.
12:00MOUNTAIN HUT
Rifugio Vittorio Emanuele II (2,735 m)
From the village of Pont the trail climbs at a steady gradient through larch woods, alpine pastures and ever wider views over the Gran Paradiso. After a well-marked and never particularly demanding route we reach Rifugio Vittorio Emanuele II, spectacularly set at the foot of the park's great peaks. Lunch stop.
16:45RETURN
Back to Pont
We descend the same way we came, the valley opening in front of us and a good chance of meeting ibex and marmots in the afternoon. At the cars we take the time for a toast before saying goodbye.

How do you get to Valsavarenche? 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.

Layered clothing
REQUIRED
Trekking boots
REQUIRED
Backpack
REQUIRED
Food supply
REQUIRED
Water supply
REQUIRED
Trekking poles
RECOMMENDED

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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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 780 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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Rifugio Vittorio Emanuele II: trekking in Valsavarenche

Rifugio Vittorio Emanuele II: trekking in Valsavarenche

Valsavarenche, (23) · Valle d'Aosta
1 day · Hiking · 2,735 m
New: you'll be among the first Guidders to do it
Elevation gain
780 m
Max altitude
2,735 m
Distance
12 km
Exposed sections
None
Duration
7 h
Guiddy points
+17
4 photos
WHY THIS HIKE

The hut that stands for the Gran Paradiso

An iconic trek in the heart of the Gran Paradiso National Park, between rushing streams, alpine pastures and views that grow grander as you climb. With the Guidders we set off from the valley floor of Valsavarenche and follow the historic path to Rifugio Vittorio Emanuele II, at 2,735 metres: one of the best-known huts in the Alps and the base for climbers heading to the summit of the Gran Paradiso.

Come alone, leave with new friends

The experience

The route runs through spectacular surroundings where it is not unusual to spot ibex and marmots: this is Italy's oldest national park, and the animals here are used to people. The views over glaciers and the great peaks that dominate the valley widen at every bend.

It is 12 kilometres and 780 metres of ascent, seven hours of walking on a well-marked and never particularly demanding trail. An accessible hike, but full of feeling, and perfect for breathing in real high-mountain air.

This is an intermediate hike: 780 metres of ascent and seven hours in total, on a well-marked trail with no technical difficulty. We reach 2,735 metres, so some familiarity with altitude helps. Bring boots, water and a windproof jacket.

Come with the Guidders: book your place and let's walk up to the Vittorio Emanuele.

How hard is it

Guiddy scale
INTERMEDIATE
F
F+
I
I+
D
D+
780 m D+ · 12 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 780 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 Valsavarenche

Itinerary

Day · approximate times
Map
Stops · 12 km
Meeting point 8:30Valsavarenche
We usually meet a little earlier for breakfast together, when possible.
08:30MEETING
Meeting at Pont, Valsavarenche
We meet the Guidders at the car park in Le Pont, in Valsavarenche (AO), at the head of the valley. Introductions, a backpack check and off along the trail up to the hut. The time is indicative: the exact one is shared in the outing's Telegram group.
12:00MOUNTAIN HUT
Rifugio Vittorio Emanuele II (2,735 m)
From the village of Pont the trail climbs at a steady gradient through larch woods, alpine pastures and ever wider views over the Gran Paradiso. After a well-marked and never particularly demanding route we reach Rifugio Vittorio Emanuele II, spectacularly set at the foot of the park's great peaks. Lunch stop.
16:45RETURN
Back to Pont
We descend the same way we came, the valley opening in front of us and a good chance of meeting ibex and marmots in the afternoon. At the cars we take the time for a toast before saying goodbye.

How do you get to Valsavarenche? 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.
Layered clothing
REQUIRED
Trekking boots
REQUIRED
Backpack
REQUIRED
Food supply
REQUIRED
Water supply
REQUIRED
Trekking poles
RECOMMENDED

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 780 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?
⌄
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