Mirko Vigorita
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Ice climbing in Cogne

A day on Europe’s most famous frozen waterfalls in the Cogne valley. For beginners and for those who want to step up.

Difficulty
Moderate
Duration
1 day
Season
December – February
Area
Cogne (Aosta Valley)
Group size
max 2 people

Cogne is one of the best places in the world for ice climbing: dozens of icefalls of every grade, a few minutes from the car park.

Itinerary

Meet in Cogne in the morning and approach the icefall chosen for conditions and your level. Movement technique, ice axes and crampons, climbing as second on the rope.

Requirements

No ice experience needed. Good fitness and winter clothing.

Included

  • Mountain guide fee
  • Ice axes, crampons and technical gear

Not included

  • Lunch and travel expenses

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