Matterhorn 4478m – Hörnli Ridge with a Mountain Guide from Cervinia
Ascent of the Matterhorn via the Hörnli ridge with a mountain guide
- The ultimate 4000
- Advanced level (extensive experience on mixed terrain and other 4000s)
- Departure from Cervinia
- Equipment rental
2.200,00€
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About this event
Ascent of the Matterhorn via the Hörnli ridge with a mountain guide. An experience aimed at experienced mountaineers to reach the summit of the Matterhorn.
The following program may be subject to changes at the instructor’s sole discretion for weather reasons or glacier safety conditions.
- DAY 1:
Meet in Cervinia around 11:00 a.m., introductions, and ascent to the Rifugio Guide del Cervino. Descent by cable car from Trockner Steg to Schwarzsee, then ascend along an easy trail to the Hornli Hutte. Dinner and overnight stay at the refuge. - DAY 2: Early morning hike to the Matterhorn (4,634 m), the iconic peak of the Alps, along the Hornli ridge. Descent along the same route to the Hornli Hut. Dinner and overnight stay.
- DAY 3: Descent to Schwarzsee along the ascent path, ascent to Trockner Steg by cable car, and hike up the Theodulo Glacier to Testa Grigia, where we’ll take the lifts back to Cervinia.
- Date on request
Participants: Maximum 1 per guide
Excellent physical condition. Very fit person who practices sports even at a non-competitive level. Previous experience on steep terrain. Successfully completed an Advanced stage with Adventure Dreamers or a comparable mountaineering curriculum.
- Mountain Guide Instructor for a duration of 3 days;
- Common equipment (ropes, carabiners, etc.)
- Personal and guide accommodation with half board
- Personal and guide cable car expenses
- Travel expenses
- Snacks and any packed lunches or hut meals;
- Personal mountaineering equipment (available for rent)
- Possibility to rent boots (at Monturastore AlpStation in Aosta or directly in Cervinia)
- Supplementary accident insurance ► more information
- Everything not included in the “what’s included” section
EXPECTED EXPENSES
- 2 nights at the Hörnli Hut, half board guide + client (approximately €560)
- Plateau Rosa cable car (Cervinia-plateau approximately €50 round trip)
- Guide cable car Plateau Rosa (Cervinia-plateau approximately €50 round trip)
- Trockner Steg cable car (Trockner Steg-Schwarzsee approximately €20);
- Guide cable car Trockner Steg (Trockner Steg-Schwarzsee approximately €20);
Winter mountain clothing, “onion” layering recommended, i.e., with various layers to adjust based on temperature:
- thermal underwear
- Layer like fleece or soft shell
- waterproof shell + warm jacket like down or similar
- Soft-shell pants (schoeller) or similar
- Hat or headband
- two pairs of snow gloves (one warm and one lighter and more sensitive)
- Sunglasses
- UV protection cream
- Headlamp
- Backpack 30/40 L
- Sleeping bag liner
- Telescopic poles (optional but very useful)
- Crampon-compatible mountain boots (crampon insert at least in the heel)
- energy bars/dried fruit/gels for the ascent
- Water bottle
Technical equipment for mountaineering (harness, ice axe, crampons and helmet) ► Possibility of equipment rental
- Boots available for rent at the Alp Station shop in Aosta (you must arrange the rental yourself)
- Common equipment such as ropes, slings, carabiners etc. provided by the mountain guide.
RENTAL
The request for rental equipment must be communicated in advance, at least one week before the start of the event. However, we recommend communicating it when purchasing the event. The guide will bring all the equipment directly to the event.
You can book your equipment HERE
NOTE:
We do not provide boot rental.
Boots available for rent at the Monturastore AlpStation shop in Aosta (you must arrange the rental yourself, the shop is located in Saint-Christophe, Aosta, tel. 0165 267898)
Useful links for equipment and clothing selection:
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The Guides
AD exclusively collaborates with UIAGM certified Mountain Guides
Over the years, we have established an excellent relationship of collaboration, trust, and friendship with all the guides chosen for our events. We guarantee professional service carried out safely thanks to the experience of our guides.
THOUSANDS OF DREAMERS HAVE LIVED A UNIQUE EXPERIENCE
FAQ
The meeting is in Cervinia around 11:00 AM.
The exact time and location will be communicated via WhatsApp, about 2/3 days before, based on weather and snow conditions.
CAR
A5 Turin-Monte Bianco highway. Exit at Chatillon and reach the Breuil Cervinia cable cars where there is parking.
BUS/TRAIN
The nearest train station is Chatillon. A scheduled bus service to/from Breuil Cervinia is active (check schedules and activation independently).
Several daily buses depart from Aosta. PLANE
Transfers are facilitated by the proximity to the international airports of Turin Caselle, Milan Malpensa, Milan Linate, and Geneva (CH). For transfers to and from the airports, there are several options with buses, taxis, and rental cars.
The exact time and location will be communicated via WhatsApp, about 2/3 days before, based on weather and snow conditions.
CAR
A5 Turin-Monte Bianco highway. Exit at Chatillon and reach the Breuil Cervinia cable cars where there is parking.
BUS/TRAIN
The nearest train station is Chatillon. A scheduled bus service to/from Breuil Cervinia is active (check schedules and activation independently).
Several daily buses depart from Aosta. PLANE
Transfers are facilitated by the proximity to the international airports of Turin Caselle, Milan Malpensa, Milan Linate, and Geneva (CH). For transfers to and from the airports, there are several options with buses, taxis, and rental cars.
In case of bad weather anticipated by the guide, the event will be canceled. If the guide decides to confirm the event because they consider a high percentage of success and sufficient safety conditions regarding the weather, the event cost will not be refundable.
No refunds are made if a group member is unable to reach the summit or if the guide decides to descend due to causes related to the group’s abilities or weather.
• BAD WEATHER: In case of bad weather anticipated by the guide, the event will be canceled by the guide. If the guide decides to confirm the event because they consider a high percentage of success and sufficient safety conditions regarding the weather, the ascent will be confirmed and the event cost will not be refundable. Usually dawn is stable in the mountains, to ensure the success of the stage, wake-up and ascent times may be varied.
• MISSED PARTICIPATION: if you are unable to participate due to personal reasons, no refund will be possible.
• FAILURE TO REACH MINIMUM NUMBER: if the group of participants does not reach the minimum number, you will be entitled to a refund or can use the amount for any other event. It’s your choice!
• INAPPROPRIATE EQUIPMENT: you cannot receive a refund if you do not have the mandatory technical equipment and/or unsuitable clothing. In this case the guide may decide not to let you participate in the ascent
• FAILURE TO REACH A SUMMIT: in case of failure to reach a summit planned in the program, no refund is provided.
• OTHER CAUSES: for any other cause of cancellation on our part you are entitled to a refund.
• COVID OR OTHER ILLNESSES/INJURIES: no refund is provided due to COVID, various injuries or other illnesses. No refunds are given if a group member is unable to reach the summit or if the guide decides to descend due to the group’s abilities or weather conditions.
The group agrees to respect the unquestionable judgment of the Mountain Guide and that nothing is owed by the organization.
• MISSED PARTICIPATION: if you are unable to participate due to personal reasons, no refund will be possible.
• FAILURE TO REACH MINIMUM NUMBER: if the group of participants does not reach the minimum number, you will be entitled to a refund or can use the amount for any other event. It’s your choice!
• INAPPROPRIATE EQUIPMENT: you cannot receive a refund if you do not have the mandatory technical equipment and/or unsuitable clothing. In this case the guide may decide not to let you participate in the ascent
• FAILURE TO REACH A SUMMIT: in case of failure to reach a summit planned in the program, no refund is provided.
• OTHER CAUSES: for any other cause of cancellation on our part you are entitled to a refund.
• COVID OR OTHER ILLNESSES/INJURIES: no refund is provided due to COVID, various injuries or other illnesses. No refunds are given if a group member is unable to reach the summit or if the guide decides to descend due to the group’s abilities or weather conditions.
The group agrees to respect the unquestionable judgment of the Mountain Guide and that nothing is owed by the organization.
The event will take place in Matterhorn’s massif in the locations indicated in the Program. However, due to weather conditions or the state of the glaciers and in any case for safety reasons, the Alpine Guide reserves the right to modify the program at its sole discretion.
The appointment is in Cervinia around 11:00 am.
The precise time and position will be communicated via WhatsApp, approximately 2/3 days in advance, based on weather and snow conditions.
CAR
A5 Turin-Monte Bianco motorway. Exit at Chatillon and reach the Breuil Cervinia cable cars where there is a car park.
BUS/TRAIN
The closest train station is Chatillon. A scheduled bus service to/from Breuil Cervinia is active (check times and activation yourself).
Several daily buses departing from Aosta. PLANE
Transfers are facilitated by the proximity to the international airports of Turin Caselle, Milan Malpensa, Milan Linate and Geneva (CH). For transfers to and from the airports, there are various possibilities with buses, taxis and rental cars.
The precise time and position will be communicated via WhatsApp, approximately 2/3 days in advance, based on weather and snow conditions.
CAR
A5 Turin-Monte Bianco motorway. Exit at Chatillon and reach the Breuil Cervinia cable cars where there is a car park.
BUS/TRAIN
The closest train station is Chatillon. A scheduled bus service to/from Breuil Cervinia is active (check times and activation yourself).
Several daily buses departing from Aosta. PLANE
Transfers are facilitated by the proximity to the international airports of Turin Caselle, Milan Malpensa, Milan Linate and Geneva (CH). For transfers to and from the airports, there are various possibilities with buses, taxis and rental cars.
In case of bad weather predicted by the guide the event will be cancelled. If the guide decides to confirm the event because he considers a high success rate and sufficient safety conditions with respect to the weather, the cost of the event will not be refundable.
No refunds will be made if a member of the group is unable to reach the summit or if the guide decides to descend due to reasons due to the group’s abilities or the weather.
Winter mountain clothing, “onion” clothing is recommended, i.e. with various layers to be adjusted based on the temperature:
– thermal underwear
– pail or soft shell type layer – waterproof shell + warm down jacket or similar
– Soft-shell trousers (schoeller) or similar
– Hat or headband
– two pairs of snow gloves (one warm and one lighter and more sensitive)
– sunglasses
– UV rays protective cream
– Front
– Backpack 30/40 LT
– Sheet bag
– Telescopic poles (optional but very useful)
– Cramponable mountain boots (crampon insert at least in the heel)
-bars/dried fruit/gel for the climb
-water bottle
– Mountaineering equipment (harness, ice axe, crampons, helmet) ► Possibility of rental or purchase of the equipment in agreement!
– Boots can be rented at the Alp Station shop in Aosta (you have to arrange the rental yourself)
Common equipment such as ropes, webbing, carabiners etc. available from the mountain guide.
RENTAL The request for rental equipment must be communicated in good time, at least one week before the start of the event.
However, we recommend communicating this when purchasing the event. The guide will bring all the equipment directly to the event.
You can book your equipment from HERE
NOTE: We do not provide boot rental. Boots can be rented at the Monturastore AlpStation shop in Aosta (you have to arrange the rental yourself, the shop is located in Saint-christophe, Aosta, tel. 0165 267898) Useful links for choosing equipment and clothing:
– thermal underwear
– pail or soft shell type layer – waterproof shell + warm down jacket or similar
– Soft-shell trousers (schoeller) or similar
– Hat or headband
– two pairs of snow gloves (one warm and one lighter and more sensitive)
– sunglasses
– UV rays protective cream
– Front
– Backpack 30/40 LT
– Sheet bag
– Telescopic poles (optional but very useful)
– Cramponable mountain boots (crampon insert at least in the heel)
-bars/dried fruit/gel for the climb
-water bottle
– Mountaineering equipment (harness, ice axe, crampons, helmet) ► Possibility of rental or purchase of the equipment in agreement!
– Boots can be rented at the Alp Station shop in Aosta (you have to arrange the rental yourself)
Common equipment such as ropes, webbing, carabiners etc. available from the mountain guide.
RENTAL The request for rental equipment must be communicated in good time, at least one week before the start of the event.
However, we recommend communicating this when purchasing the event. The guide will bring all the equipment directly to the event.
You can book your equipment from HERE
NOTE: We do not provide boot rental. Boots can be rented at the Monturastore AlpStation shop in Aosta (you have to arrange the rental yourself, the shop is located in Saint-christophe, Aosta, tel. 0165 267898) Useful links for choosing equipment and clothing:
Clothing and equipment for mountaineering, ski touring and ice climbing
In the event of bad weather forecast by the guide, the event will be cancelled. If the guide decides to confirm the event because he/she considers a high success rate and sufficient safety conditions with respect to the weather, the cost of the event will not be refunded.
No refunds will be made if a member of the group is unable to reach the summit or if the guide decides to descend due to the group’s ability or the weather.
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