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Gran Serz, 3553m. This is the most accessible top from the Vittorio Sella hut and that's why it represents a classic excursion. Situated on the crest dividing the Cogne valley from the Valsavarenche, it offers a first-rate scenic view and its easy rocks leading to the top characterize an easy and enjoyable ascent. |
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Itinerary Start: Vittorio Sella hut 2588 m Drop: 964 m Time of ascent: 4 hs Difficulty: PD - Equipment: rope, ice-axe, crampons Best period: June-September Map: Magnify the map Legend |
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From the hut, across the stream and up to the shaped basins leading to the Lauson Glacier. The excursion continues on the left and up to a brief canal leading to the ridge dividing the Lauson gorge from the Gran Val. Along this ridge to the Gran Val glacier. Afterwards, to the foot of the northern ridge rocks. After the ascent on these rocks to a neck, turn on the left and, by an enjoyable climb on big blocks of gneiss, to the top.
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