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Haute Route Chamonix-Zermatt in ski touring

Haute Route Chamonix-Zermatt in ski touring. 6 days in the heart of the Alps with passage through the Bertol hut, one of the most beautiful in the Alps.

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Haute Route Chamonix-Zermatt in ski touring

A magnificent 6-day ski tour, Chamonix Zermatt, connecting Mont Blanc to the Matterhorn.

OUR + : All our Guides are very good teachers. They will be committed to helping you progress individually during this Haute Route ski touring Chamonix Zermatt.

This 6-day Chamonix Zermatt Haute Route passes through the Bertol hut, undoubtedly one of the most beautiful in the Alps! It is in the heart of the Alps around its 2 major capitals, Chamonix and Zermatt that we will take you on a memorable Haute Route. This Chamonix Zermatt ski touring route will immerse you in the splendors of the High Mountain. This Haute Route Chamonix Zermatt is open to people who already have a fairly good level of off-trail skiing, otherwise we recommend our Chamonix weekend initiation off-track ski course before considering the Chamonix Zermat Haute Route, and having at least a little experience in ski touring, otherwise we recommend our Chamonix Zermat off-road ski touring course. The Chamonix Zermatt Haute Route ski touring course can be considered after our Discovery ski touring courses.

During this Chamonix Zermatt Haute Route in ski touring, we will see how to:

  • Progress in ski touring in a glacial environment,
  • Evaluate and manage the risks associated with ski touring,
  • Use the DVA (Avalanche Victim Detector), shovel and probe

Do not hesitate to register even if you are alone, we will find other partners for you.
If you are a formed group contact us for a preferential price: info@mountain-guide-adventure.com

A word about your guide

Sébastien Laurent - UIAGM certified mountain guide with 25 years of experience in the Alps

Sébastien Laurent

A mountain guide for over 25 years, Sébastien combines technical expertise and pedagogy. Trained in alpine geography and a veteran of international expeditions, he accompanies you in French, English and Spanish towards your mountain goals.

Haute Route Chamonix-Zermatt in ski touring: Program day by day

Discover the complete course of your internship day by day. Each stage is designed for your technical progress and safety in the mountains with an experienced guide.

Course length : 6 days

Day 1

Chamonix — Argentière refuge

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Meet your High Mountain Guide at 8:45am in Chamonix to get to know each other and rent and/or check the equipment needed for the course. Then off to Les Grands Montets to get in shape by making two magnificent off-road descents from the Aiguille des Grands Montets and perform safety exercises with ARVA, shovel and probe essential for the following days. Then we went up to the Argentière refuge (2771m) where we spent the night. On the way to the Haute Route Chamonix Zermatt! Walking time: 2 hours/D: 200 m and D: 3000 m

Day 2

Refuge d'Argentière — Col du Chardonnet (3325m) — Relais d'Arpette

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Very early in the morning, after breakfast, we go up by ski touring to the Chardonnet pass, before going downhill on the Saleina glacier. From there you have to go up to the Saleina window, then after a descent on the Trient glacier, we pass the Col des Ecandies (2796m). From there we go down the Val d'Arpette, to arrive on skis at the Relais d'Arpette where we can take a good shower. Night at the Relais d'Arpette. Walking time: 6 to 7 hours/M: 1041 m and D: 2000 m

Day 3

Relais d'Arpette - Rosablanche (3336m) Prafleuri cabin

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Transfer from Champex to Le Chable, then we will take the Verbier ski lifts to the Col des Gentianes. After a short descent, we will reach the Col de la Chaux located at 2940m, the Col de Momin, and the summit of Rosablanche by ski touring. Finally, a very nice descent before arriving at the Prafleuri hut (2662 m). Walking time: 6 hours/M: 1000 m and D: 800 m

Day 4

Prafleuri Hut - Arolla (2000 m)

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Today we will go up the Lac des Dix. You have to save money and slide your skis well in the track. Once you've taken the Cat Step, you still have to pass the Goat's Step. Then all we have to do is let ourselves be glided by a magnificent off-road on Arolla. Walking time: 6 hours/M: 800 m and D: 1255 m.

Day 5

Arolla - Bertol's cabin (3311 m)

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It's a very beautiful day for us this morning: the climb to the most famous hut in the entire Haute Route, Bertol. A true lighthouse in the heart of these mountains, it is a magical place. Dinner and night at the cabin. Walking time: 5 hours/M: 1343 m

Day 6

Bertol's hut - Zermatt

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The beautiful summit of Tête Blanche (3724 m) extends its arms to us this morning; it offers a breathtaking view of the Zermatt Valley and the Royal Crown. The fabulous descent of the Stockï Glacier brings us directly to Zermatt, the aim of our adventure. All we have to do is reach Chamonix at the end of the day, with images in our heads and heads still up there... Thus ends this Haute Route Chamonix Zermatt in ski touring. Walking time: 4 hours/M: 500 m and D: 2110 m.

Important : This is just an example of a program. The Guide reserves the right to modify it at any time according to the level of the participants and the weather conditions.

What customers think

The testimonies of our participants speak for themselves. Discover their authentic feedback on this mountain adventure that they experienced with our guides.

David
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I had a great time climbing with Sébastien. I changed the stay due to the weather and was able to find dry rock in rainy weather. Throughout the stay, Sébastien not only offered me numerous climbs, but also helped me improve my skills.

5
November 17, 2025
Casey
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Sébastien was a fantastic guide. I had a great time and learned a lot. I would definitely use him as a guide; the climbing and route choices were also excellent.

5
November 17, 2025
Evan
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Thanks to Sebastien L you are pushing your limits! Demanding but attentive, he will take you to discover landscapes off the beaten track... with a cool attitude. In short, a great guide!

5
November 17, 2025

Price details

The minimum and maximum capacities of this course are mentioned in the table below.
The price will always be mentioned per person and covers the entire course.

Person (s)
1 person
2 people
3 people
4 people
5 people
6 people
Price/person in €
2700
1350
900
710
590
510

Price includes:

  • The Guide's service over 6 days
  • The loan of a harness
  • From an ARVA, shovel and probe
  • Of ice ax and crampons
  • Collective technical and emergency equipment

Price does not include:

  • Accommodation in a refuge, in half board for you and your Guide
  • The ski lifts
  • Pic-nics for you and your guide.
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