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4.6
(167)
933
hikers
13.0km
04:26
580m
580m
Embark on a moderate hike to Rifugio Elisabetta in Val Veny, a journey spanning 8.1 miles (13.0 km) with an elevation gain of 1891 feet (576 metres), typically completed in 4 hours and 25 minutes. The trail begins on a paved road, transitioning to a wide path before becoming stony as you ascend. You will traverse varied surfaces, including asphalt, gravel, and alpine terrain, passing through ancient moraine and expansive meadows. Along the way, enjoy panoramic vistas of majestic mountains and glaciers, including Mont Blanc, Aiguille des Glaciers, and Tré-la-Tête, with Lake Combal as a notable feature.
This moderate climb requires a good level of fitness and sure-footedness. The initial part of the hike can be relatively flat for about an hour and a half before the main ascent begins. While there are options for shortcuts on some hairpin bends, these may not be suitable if you have mobility issues. Prepare for a diverse landscape that shifts from green valleys dotted with alpine wildflowers to jagged peaks and ice.
The route is a key segment of the famous Tour du Mont Blanc (TMB) and the Alta Via 2 of the Aosta Valley. Rifugio Elisabetta itself is a typical Italian mountain refuge nestled at the base of the Mont Blanc glacier, offering exceptional views down Val Veny. Keep an eye out for alpine wildlife like ibex and unique geological formations such as the Pyramides Calcaires as you experience the dramatic changes in scenery, from lush valleys to impressive glaciers like the Miage Glacier.
4.8
(54)
467
hikers
19.7km
07:21
920m
920m
Hike the Tour du Mont Blanc: Val Veny to Col de la Seigne, a difficult 12.2-mile route with 3012 feet of gain and stunning alpine views.
4.8
(44)
362
hikers
18.2km
06:53
860m
860m
Hike the difficult 11.3-mile (18.2 km) Tour du Mont Blanc: Val Veny to Col de la Seigne, gaining 2822 feet (860 metres) in elevation.
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