Pollux, 4092m
A relatively minor summit, but a 4000m peak nonetheless, surrounded by others.
Moderate Alpine Climbing
- Distance
- 3.5 km
- Ascent
- 646 m
- Descent
- 646 m
The Classic Spaghetti Tour of Zermatt's 4000ers
One of the best mountain weeks it is possible to have, this is as good as mid-grade alpine climbing gets!
Alpine Climbing Easy, Moderate
Also in Vercelli, Italy • Valais, Switzerland
Description
A glance at the Zermatt 4000ers on FATMAP shows that a series of them are laid out in a perfect loop, and this loop of summits has become a classic mountaineering week known as the "Spaghetti Tour". The trip takes in some legendary peaks, high and wild mountain huts, and truly epic views.
The entire trip is through high and serious glacial terrain so good weather and conditions are absolutely essential; wait for a solid high pressure before attempting it. If the stars align and you get the right weather, conditions and partner, this is an utterly spectacular week of mountaineering.
Routes included
Castor traverse, 4223m
A classic high traverse of a major 4000m peak
Moderate Alpine Climbing
- Distance
- 5.3 km
- Ascent
- 823 m
- Descent
- 605 m
Lyskamm il Naso Traverse to Gnifetti Hut
A condition dependent high altitude traverse over the shoulder of Lyskamm
Moderate Alpine Climbing
- Distance
- 7.9 km
- Ascent
- 636 m
- Descent
- 620 m
Ludwigshohe, Corno Nero, Vincent Pyramid
A rapid collection of 4000ers all relatively easy and close to each other
Moderate Alpine Climbing
- Distance
- 6.3 km
- Ascent
- 786 m
- Descent
- 786 m
Descent from Gnifetti Hut
A steady descent to the Punta Indren lift
Easy Alpine Climbing
- Distance
- 1.6 km
- Ascent
- 16 m
- Descent
- 365 m
Breithorn South Face to the Guide d'Ayas Hut
A popular route on a beautifully positioned peak.
Moderate Alpine Climbing
- Distance
- 6.3 km
- Ascent
- 388 m
- Descent
- 817 m
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