Vincent Pyramid – Città di Mantova Hut loop from Piramide Vincent

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Vincent Pyramid – Città di Mantova Hut loop from Piramide Vincent

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Vincent Pyramid – Città di Mantova Hut loop from Piramide Vincent

06:10

8.06km

830m

Mountaineering

Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

Last updated: October 7, 2026

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Includes a segment that is highly dangerous

A part of this route comprises highly technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience is required.

After 1.73 km for 4.08 km

Waypoints

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17 m

Punta Indren Station

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Punta Indren station, at 3,275 meters above sea level, can be reached from Staffal. Numerous routes start from here to reach Capanna Gnifetti - and consequently Capanna Margherita - Punta …

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1.11 km

Gnifetti Hut Via Ferrata

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Particularly challenging climb, not suitable for beginners, maximum attention

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1.54 km

Garstelet glacier

Glacier

2.50 km

Vincent Pyramid Serac

Highlight • Natural Monument

before turning towards the slope to the Vincent you pass in front of the homonymous serac, fantastic!

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3.55 km

View From the Summit of Piramide Vincent

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The Vincent pyramid is an excellent peak to approach the peaks of the Rosa group, despite being an easy hike, especially done in a day, it offers a spectacular panorama and interesting linking possibilities.

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3.63 km

Vincent Pyramid

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Starting from the Gnifetti hut, a beautiful ascent on the Lys glacier, arriving at the panoramic summit of Piramide Vincent.
There are no particular technical difficulties, but given the altitude …

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4.48 km

Lys Glacier

Highlight (Segment) • Natural Monument

Magnificent experience in the presence of the giants of Monte Rosa. Be careful of the huge crevasses that open up especially late in the season.

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6.47 km

Città di Mantova Hut

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The Rifugio Città di Mantova, at 3,498 m, is located on the Monte Rosa glacier and is a starting point for ascents to the surrounding peaks. Open in spring and …

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7.09 km

Indren Glacier

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The Indren Glacier is the first one you come across immediately after leaving the Indren cable car, on the slopes of Piramide Vincent and below Punta Giordani. To reach the …

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8.06 km

End point

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.06 km

Surfaces

4.75 km

3.31 km

Elevation