EXPERIENCE Ridge Climbing

Pic Nord des Cavales (3362m), classic route

An accessible ridge on mixed terrain

The Pic Nord des Cavales is a summit located at the convergence of the Etançons and Clot des Cavales valleys. Not as famous as its neighbouring peaks la Meije and the Barre des Ecrins, it still holds an excellent reputation with the quality of its rock. The south ridge, which happens to be the normal route, has some mixed terrain with flutes, slabs and comfortable ledges. Its ascent is enjoyable and not very physical, the approach hike starting from the Pavé mountain hut. No wonder we can find many old and new routes on its south and east faces.

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WHAT WILL HAPPEN ON EACH DAY?

Day 1

Starting from Arsine, we hike up the picturesque Romanche valley and cross it. Then we reach an intersection of two valleys: on our left, the sources of the Romanche river and the Adèle Planchard mountain hut and on our right, the Pavé mountain hut. The path goes gently up, eventually reaching the hut located by a lake in a magnificent setting.

1200m vertical from Arsine to the Pavé mountain hut (2841m) - about 4 hours. 

Night in the hut.

 

Day 2

From the Pavé mountain hut, we follow the marked path towards the southwest until the 2889m point, reaching the base of the east ridge of the Pic Nord des Cavales. We continue our hike on a rocky hilltop up to the foot of the south ridge. The climb starts on slabs and leads to a breach. We keep climbing on a series of corners and ledges on the left side of the ridge. From that point, we reach a platform and easily make it to the summit. The climb down follows the same itinerary, with a 20-meter rappel.

200m vertical until the ridge - a 1-hour approach walk - then between 3 and 4 hours of climbing.

530.0 €

This Price is for a maximum number of participants: 3

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Group of 1 to 3 people for a private outing

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

helmet

harness

Mountain boots that work with crampons

Classic mountaineering ice axe. Crampons with ANTI-SNOW system that fit your mountaineering boots.

backpack (around 35L)

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

Sleeping bag liner (to be used with the provided blankets at the refuges) and small toiletry kit (no showers in the refuge)

Meal costs for clients and guide

Small first aid kit for your personal needs and that contains material in case of blisters

Appropriate clothing for your activity and the weather

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