Mont Blanc and Matterhorn Hiking Tours

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Level 1 - Village-Based Hikes

Level 1 are our easiest hikes. You should be comfortable hiking 3 – 4 hours with up to 500 m cumulative ascent and a lightweight backpack of 2 – 3 kg. Families with small children can join Level 1 hikes.

Level 2 - Easy Hut-to-Hut Hikes

You should be comfortable hiking 8 to 13 km per day with an average cumulative ascent of 500-600 meters and for approximately 5 hours on an average. Level 2 routes run only along well-maintained trails and primarily through easy terrain, such as meadows above the tree line.

Level 3 - Moderate Hut-to-Hut Hikes

You should be comfortable hiking 10 to 15 km and for 5 to 7 hours (net hiking time, i.e. without long breaks) on well-maintained trails. Normal daily cumulative ascent on Level 3 itineraries is normally 600 to 1000 meters. Terrain on a typical Level 3 route varies significantly, but for most of the route you will be hiking through moderately difficult terrains. Exposed trails are not unusual on Level 3 routes, but they are widened or properly secured, normally with a metallic cord or chain, so that hikers pass without gear safely.

Level 4 - Challenging Hut-to-Hut Hikes

Level 4 hut-to-hut hikes are designed for experienced and very fit hikers. To enjoy a Level 4 hike, you must be physically prepared for long crossings between huts with continuous and steep ascents of up to 1000 meters. Level 4 hikes may feature challenging terrain including loose talus, rugged trails, lightly maintained trails, insufficiently marked trails and sections of secured trail requiring use of ferrata gear.