Bernina's Round Event
**Advanced Ski Tour Itinerary: Morteratsch to Diavolezza**
Prepare for an exhilarating adventure as we delve into the heart of the Bernina Alps with the Ski High Tour - Advanced Course. This seven-day expedition, starting at Morteratsch Glacier and concluding at Diavolezza, promises challenging glacier travel, high alpine climbing, and technical ski descents that require significant mountaineering skills.
**Day 1: Morteratsch to Boval Hut**
Your journey begins at Morteratsch Glacier, accessible via the Morteratsch train station or lifts and trails from Pontresina/St. Moritz. The first day's hike takes you across the Morteratsch or Pers Glacier, heading towards the Diavolezza region[1].
**Day 2: Piz Misaun Ascent and Return to Boval Hut**
The second day involves ascending the glacier-free Piz Misaun and returning to the Boval Hut. This day offers a taste of what's to come, with a mix of ski touring and hiking[2].
**Day 3: Steep Glacier Traverse, Vadret Pers, Berghaus Diavolezza, and Piz Palü Ostgipfel**
On the third day, you'll traverse a steep glacier, descend to the Vadret Pers, ascend to the Berghaus Diavolezza, and undertake a narrow ridge walk to the Piz Palü Ostgipfel. This day is filled with various challenges, including glacier travel, high alpine climbing, and technical ski descents[3].
**Day 4-6: Chapütschin and Overnight Stays**
The following days involve ascending and descending the challenging Chapütschin, overnight stays at the Fortezza, Berghaus Diavolezza, and Coaz Hut, and a visit to the Pizzo Sella[3].
**Day 7: Chapütschin to Sils Maria**
The final day takes you to the Chapütschin and a descent into the valley to Sils Maria. From there, transportation back to Morteratsch is provided by buses and the Rhaetian Railway[4].
**Prerequisites and Equipment**
This tour requires advanced alpine skiing and ski mountaineering experience, glacier travel skills, high altitude fitness, experience with the use of technical gear, and the ability to assess avalanche risks and snow conditions in an alpine environment.
The necessary equipment includes ski mountaineering skis and bindings, climbing harness, ropes, ice axe, crampons, helmet and avalanche safety gear, warm and waterproof clothing layers, map, GPS, altimeter, compass, food and hydration supplies, emergency equipment such as bivouac gear, and transportation to and from Morteratsch[5].
Please note that this itinerary demands careful planning with current weather and glacier conditions, and it is recommended for highly skilled, well-equipped ski mountaineers familiar with the Bernina Alps[1][3]. Guided tours may be advisable unless fully competent in high-alpine ski mountaineering.
For a detailed list of equipment, please refer to the EquipmentList for the Ski High Tour - Advanced Course, available at 07.4 Ski High Tour - Advanced Course.pdf. Adjustments to the EquipmentList will be communicated by the course leader[6].
[1] Morteratsch to Diavolezza route: https://www.swiss-image.ch/en/destinations/switzerland/eastern-switzerland/graubunden/bernina-alps/morteratsch-to-diavolezza-route [2] Diavolezza area: https://www.diavolezza.ch/en/ [3] Piz Palü Ostgipfel climb: https://www.summitpost.org/piz-palu/167817 [4] Transportation: https://www.rhb.ch/en/home [5] EquipmentList: https://www.swiss-image.ch/en/destinations/switzerland/eastern-switzerland/graubunden/bernina-alps/equipmentlist [6] Course leader communication: Not available, as this information was not provided.
- Embrace a combination of outdoor-living and home-and-garden-inspired tranquility as you unwind after an invigorating day on the slopes, RT (rapid-touring) skis and ski touring equipment standing neatly in the corner of your alpine cabin, a testament to your lifestyle of sports and adventure.
- Balance your passion for advanced ski touring with a love for gardening and fitness, transforming your off-piste days into opportunities for tending to a small mountain garden, nurturing plants that thrive amidst the rugged Bernina Alps landscape, fostering a harmonious blend of home-and-garden, outdoor-living, and sports.
