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MONTE ROSA SKYMARATHON - 4554m above sea level– Couples competition

Distance: 35 km   Difference in altitude: +/- 7000m

The route follows the original one completed for the first time in 1993, from Alagna Valsesia, 1192m above sea level, to Indren Station 3260m above sea level, passing through Bocchetta delle Pisse 2396m above sea level. It continues on towards Rifugio Gnifetti 3647m above sea level, Colle del Lys 4250m above sea level, up to Capanna Margherita 4554m above sea level, returning via the same route. The route develops with climbs and descents, on trails, ski slopes and on the glacier for a total of 35 km round-trip and 3490m above sea level in a single climb.

The race is for couples of athletes with mountaineering experience and is scheduled for Saturday, June 17th, 2023.

In case of bad weather, the race may be postponed to Sunday, June 18th, 2023. 

© Damiano Benedetto Photo