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Price for 2 days of guide supervision (climb to the refuge, workshop to prepare the next day's race, ascent of the Grande Ruine and descent)
EXPERIENCE Introduction to alpinism
Grande Ruine, Pointe Brevoort (3765m), classic route
A gorgeous ridge course on an outstanding rock
The peaks of Grande Ruine, Pointe Brevoort, Pic Maître, Roche Méane are located in the heart of the Oisans region, at the source of the Romanche river. The Pointe Brevoort derives its name from American alpinist Margaret 'Meta' Brevoort, the aunt of William Auguste Coolidge, a renowned historian and mountaineer. Together, they achieved the first ascent of that peak on the 19th of July 1873. We will reach this wild place hiking up the Romanche valley and spending the night in the remote Adèle Planchard mountain hut. The summit of the Pointe Breevort, without technical difficulties and accessible to many alpinists, offers stunning views over the Ecrins range, with its central location between La Meije and the Barre des Ecrins.
HOW DIFFICULT WILL THE TRIP BE?
WHAT LEVEL OF PHYSICAL FITNESS DO I NEED?
WHAT WILL HAPPEN ON EACH DAY?
Day 1
We start our itinerary from Arsine and hike up the picturesque valley of the Romanche river until 2300m to reach the wild valley of the Plate des Agneaux. That particular place is the beginning of an invisible glacier, almost entirely covered with rocks. The path gradually becomes steeper and winds up until the Adèle Planchard mountain hut. From the hut, we can enjoy a majestic view over the summit of the Barre des Ecrins arising behind a rock wall.
1500m vertical from Arsine to the Adèle Planchard mountain hut (3169m) - about 5 hours.
Night in the hut.
Day 2
From the Adèle Planchard mountain hut, we set foot on the glacier Supérieur des Agneaux and cross it towards the west, hiking up a steep slope just beneath the south ridge of Roche Méane. We reach the base of the southeast ridge and cross the bergschrund, which may vary with snow conditions. Then, the climbing is fairly easy and the itinerary follows the thin line of the ridge. The key section is an exposed step but the rock quality is excellent. The ridge eventually gets flat and leads to the summit of the Pointe Breevort. The way down follows the same itinerary.
600m vertical from the mountain hut to the summit - about 3 hours.
This Price is for a maximum number of participants: 4
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Price for 2 days of guide supervision (climb to the refuge, workshop to prepare the next day's race, ascent of the Grande Ruine and descent)
INCLUDED
Outing with a certified mountain guide or instructor
Professional Civil Liability Insurance
Group technical gear (rope…)
NOT INCLUDED
Personal Accident Insurance
Water Bottle or thermos, food and snacks
backpack (around 35L)
sun glasses, cap and sun cream
helmet
harness
Mountain boots that work with crampons
Classic mountaineering ice axe. Crampons with ANTI-SNOW system that fit your mountaineering boots.
Meal costs for clients and guide
Club Alpin ID card, insurance card or information, Alpine Club card (if you have one)
Picnic for during the day
Lodging costs for clients and guide
Small first aid kit for your personal needs and that contains material in case of blisters
Sleeping bag liner (to be used with the provided blankets at the refuges) and small toiletry kit (no showers in the refuge)
Appropriate clothing for your activity and the weather
Contact Us
Address
Rn 1091 place du téléphérique,05320 la grave France
Phone Number
+33 476 799 021
