Colle del Lys is one of the highest Monte Rosa landings: 4,240 m with descents of 1,500 to over 2,000 m toward Cervinia, Gressoney or Zermatt depending on route. Alpine expedition with high-mountain guide.
- Col
- 4,240 m
- Vertical
- 1,500–2,000 m+
- Massif
- Monte Rosa
- Hub
- Cervinia · Gressoney
Colle del Lys expedition
Very narrow weather window; oxygen, wind and glacier state determine the operation. Book packages with buffer days.
- Among Italy's highest drops
- UIAGM guide mandatory
- Alternate plan in Cervinia sector
Colle del Lys places the group at the heart of Monte Rosa: extreme altitude, glacier and long lines toward the Italian valley.