Brief description
This excursion is only feasible with abundant snow, even at low altitudes given the starting point (905 m).
The route is rarely travelled on skis due to the difficulty in finding the trail and is suitable for those who enjoy less frequented paths. The first part requires following the rural road, both uphill and downhill, until reaching the clearing with the houses of Vers Vert.
The final section, with the last larches, is particularly scenic. From the summit, the view extends over the plain.
If you do not have excellent winter mountain experience, it is recommended to be accompanied by a mountain guide.
Up-to-date snow conditions can sometimes be found on the website www.gulliver.it.
Most usefull data
| General evaluation | |
|---|---|
| Difficulty | MS+ |
| Uphill slope | 1.180 m |
| Total length | 13.500 m |
| Total time | 3h 30m |
| Assiduity | Low |
Map
| Start point | Pian-Mattet |
|---|---|
| Start elevation | 905 m |
| Peak elevation | 2.085 m |
| Max elevation | 2.085 m |
| Downhill slope | 1.180 m |
|---|---|
| Uphill time | 3h 30m |
Start point description
From the Pont-Saint-Martin motorway exit, turn right towards Torino. At the second roundabout, turn left in the direction of Gressoney.
After a few hundred metres, take the road on the right that follows the Lys Valley and continue along it until you pass the hamlet of Tour d'Hérèraz.
Shortly afterwards, on the right, there is a very narrow road entering the village. Follow it for a short stretch, then turn right and continue uphill to reach Pian-Mattet. Continue past it until you reach, on the left, the junction for the road that ascends to Vers Vert.
Trail description
From the car, follow the rural road uphill until you reach the beautiful clearing beneath the houses of Vers Vert.
Leave the road and, across open and pleasant slopes, reach the houses of the village.
Pass the village and, over somewhat awkward sections, regain the higher road (in conditions of scarce snow, it is advisable to follow the road entirely).
Follow the road as it crosses a small gully, and at a junction take the left-hand branch, which, with a few hairpin bends, leads to the house of Partajou. Here, leave the road and ascend the wooded slope.
Cross to the left and then climb a very steep woodland requiring several switchbacks until you can cross to the right and reach the ridge.
The trees thin out, and ascending the beautiful slopes, surpassing a short final crest section, you reach the summit, from which there is a commanding view over the plain.
The route is only indicative; depending on snow conditions, follow the safest and most suitable path.
Last update
30 October 2025, 11:00