Alpine REFUGES in the Aosta Valley (Valtournenche Valley)

A L P I N I S M

• F= Easy
• PD= Slightly difficult
• AD= Rather difficult
• D= Difficult

  H I K I N G

• T= Tourist – Itineraries on footpaths, mule tracks or wide paths. Don't present orienteering problems.
• E= Excursion route without technical difficulty – Itineraries on footpaths or trails on different ground types (grassy meadows, rocky ground). Orienteering capacity and good training to walk some hours are required.
• EE= Trekking routes for expert hikers – Sign-posted itineraries with some difficulties: slippery, grassy or rocky ground, rocky or snowy slope or easy climbing passage (use of hands necessary). Only for experienced mountain hikers with at secure step, a good feeling for balance. Physical training for 1-day walk required.
• EEA= Trekking routes for expert hikers with equipment – Equipped tracks or "vie ferrate". Technical equipment required.