Ice climbing in Val di Cogne
Highlights
- Try ice climbing and challenge your limits with one of the most fascinating extreme winter sports.
- Together with experienced mountain guides, learn the progression techniques of ice climbing as a second roped party.
- Get ready to climb the Lillaz waterfalls or other spectacular ice walls in the Val di Cogne.
Your guide
Born in Aosta, I grew up surrounded by the fantastic peaks of my region. After finishing my studies, I began to get to know the mountain world. In a short time, I became passionate about all mountain disciplines, from trekking to high-altitude mountaineering and ice climbing. In 2016, I fulfilled my dream of becoming an Alpine Guide.
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Full description
Embark on a day of ice climbing and measure yourself against a fascinating winter sport that will let you discover unspoilt corners of nature and test your physical and mental mettle.
Among extreme sports,ice climbing is one of the most fleeting because it can only be practised when the mountain waterfalls are perfectly frozen. So don't miss the opportunity to experience an adventure that is more unique than rare!
With a gradual approach aligned to your experience, our Alpine Guides will teach you the progression techniques for climbing the Lillaz waterfalls, in the splendid setting of the Val di Cogne, one of the most evocative locations in Valle d'Aosta.
What we will do
We will meet the mountain guide around 7.30am in the vicinity of Cogne (AO). After the distribution of equipment, we will set out on the climbing site with an approach walk of between 20 and 40 minutes. The site is selected by the guide after careful observation of the ice conditions, which is essential to guarantee safety in the activity.
Once at the Lillaz waterfalls or other ice walls in the area, we will put on our helmet, harness and crampons (provided by the guide). We will begin with an introductory briefing on ice climbing and demonstrations on theuse of equipment and safety rules.
The guide will adapt the method and approach according to our level and, as the morning progresses, technical aspects will be explored in more depth and practical tests will be carried out on single pitch and top rope mode (as second climbers).
The activity will end at around 1 p.m. with a return on foot to the meeting point, for a total of around four hours of ice-climbing lessons, interspersed with breaks if necessary.
Who it is aimed at
This activity is at an intermediate level and is aimed at all sportsmen and women who want to try their hand at a new discipline. Good physical fitness is required. Previous climbing experience (rock or indoor) is not obligatory but is helpful. Participation is possible from the age of 16.
Other information
Attention! Please arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes in advance.
This activity only takes place in the winter season, subject to weather and ice conditions.
The meeting point may vary depending on the climbing site selected by the guide. The day before the activity, you will receive a communication confirming the address.
Recommended clothing
- warm waterproof trousers
- hard-soled mountain boots
- Polartec-type shirt
- Gore Tex-type waterproof jacket
- down jacket
- 2 pairs of gloves, one heavy and one light
- wool cap
Don't forget to bring
- backpack
- hot drink in thermos flask
What is included
How it works
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Send a booking request
We will only pre-authorise the payment
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Receive confirmation within 48 hours
In case of confirmation, you will be charged the cost of the activity
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Live your experience
Enjoy the activity and let us know how it was!
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Buy a gift voucher
Valid 12 months from the date of purchase
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Choose your preferred date
Get in touch with the guide with the contact details on the voucher and choose the day for the activity
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Live your experience
Enjoy the activity and let us know how it was!
Meeting point
Cogne, Aosta
Frequently asked questions
What happens in case of bad weather?
If you have made a fixed date reservation and the weather conditions are not suitable for the safe conduct of the activity (in the expert opinion of the guide), you will be refunded the full amount paid. The guide may suggest an alternative date or time for you to conduct the activity. You can freely choose whether or not to accept these proposals. If you can’t retrieve it, we will process a full refund! If you have set the date for your Gift Voucher and bad weather did not allow the activity to take place, the Voucher remains regularly valid until the expiration date indicated on it.
If I cancel the reservation, can I get a full refund?
For this activity, the cancellation policy is strict. You get a full refund if you cancel within 15 days from the activity start date. Within 14 and 8 days from the activity start date you will get a 50% refund. You can find the full policies in the Cancellation Policy section.
What payment methods do you accept?
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