With the rising awareness of environmental conservation, mountaineering is gaining popularity by the day. Encouraged to rekindle the connection between humanity and nature, overlooked during the industrialization of the past two centuries, we view mountaineering as a smart avenue to rediscover that lost harmony.
As we discover ourselves day by day, craving non-virtual actions and expectations to cleanse us from routine and return us to real life, we seek engagement with our roots and reinterpret them to suit our modern times. While we're conscious of this deep connection with our origins, it's equally true that 200 years of neglect have left us bereft of practical skills and knowledge. Today, we must learn what was once second nature to our grandparents. We must reclaim dexterity, practical sense, observational skills, intuition, coordination, and awareness that the virtual world has gradually taken away from us. Choose a mountaineering course and reclaim what you've lost.
Often, when we envision a high-altitude trek, we're drawn to the mesmerizing photos flooding social media, showcasing majestic landscapes, azure skies, and vanishing snowscapes. Yet, it's vital to recognize that beyond these picturesque images lies a journey fraught with challenges, testing our limits beyond the urban cocoon where we spend a significant chunk of our days tethered to screens.
Proper preparation is paramount, akin to any pursuit. Relying solely on luck is a perilous gamble. Venturing into the mountains ill-equipped can yield grave consequences. Particularly when seeking the mountain's rejuvenating embrace, it's imperative to steer clear of perilous situations resulting from avoidable errors unrecognized in our urban bubbles.
In summary, taking a mountaineering course prepares you to safely and consciously face the challenges of the mountain environment, allowing you to fully enjoy the experience without unnecessary risks.
If it's your first experience at 4000 meters, a day ascent can be an excellent way to test your altitude resistance and determine if mountaineering is your passion. You'll have the opportunity to learn the use of crampons and ropes and acquire the basics of this beautiful "craft." Available dates are June 1st and 15th. The cost per person is €190. During the day hike to Piramide Vincent, you'll be guided through the wonderful world of mountaineering and provided with necessary basic information.
If your passion is the mountains and you want to prepare to take the step towards 4000 m by acquiring the necessary skills to independently undertake the first steps, this course is for you. The course is held on July 11th, 12th, and 13th. The cost per person is €620. If conditions permit and the group feels ready, you may even reach Capanna Margherita. Without a doubt, you'll return home with all the necessary skills to get started.
If you already have mountaineering experience and are looking for an advanced course, this one is for you. We'll delve into safety techniques, ice axe usage, and crevasse rescue. Additionally, we'll tackle the Nose of Lyskamm together to test you on steep slopes in an exceptionally scenic glacial environment. The course will be held between July 18th and 21st. The cost per person is €1100.
You've dreamed of conquering Punta Dufour and are ready to tackle this challenge with determination and confidence. With a week-long mountaineering course on Monte Rosa, you'll have the opportunity to carefully test your skills and prepare yourself for the ultimate goal. At the end, you'll return home not only with a deeper understanding of mountaineering but also with the pride of having climbed the highest peak of Monte Rosa, becoming a knowledgeable mountaineer fully prepared for future mountain adventures. The course takes place with close-knit groups on a mutually agreed date. The cost per person is €2600.
Once there
The summits of the Gods
all you can do is keep going.
