The ski mountaineering excursion to the summit of Mount Pizzo Filone is one of the many very beautiful itineraries that develop in the wonderful area of Livigmo. A marvelous hike to be done in the spring or in the winter.

The environments that the path crosses are spectacular and they offer fantastic views. Its relevant development and elevation gain make this excursion a rather demanding one that, nevertheless, rewards the hikers with priceless views, with a very exciting ascent and with a super fun and incredibly rewarding ski ride.

  • Pizzo Filone
  • 6 hours
  • Medium difficulty
  • No refreshment point
  • Maximum number of participants
  • Suitable for adults only

Information about the ski mountaineering excursion to Pizzo Filone

The ski mountaineering excursion to Pizzo Filone starts from Livigno, from the hamlet of Tresenda; through a nice little street the path enters valley Valle delle Mine and it crosses it until it passes Alpe Mine and Baitel del Grasso degli Agnelli.

The climb keeps going marvelous until the area where the valley is closed by a steep blockade. From there, according to the snow conditions, the path proceeds on the summer trail or through the little couloir that goes up skirting the rocky rampart. The progression, then, gets to a wide and sweet slope that goes up beautiful towards Colle delle Mine (2801 meters) that can be avoided going up through the slopes on its side heading for the south ridge of Mount Pizzo Filone. Some little couloirs lead to the summit: choosing the one with the best snow conditions, the hikers will walk up to the top of the mountain.

The descent takes place through the climb route. The ski ride is marvelous and it develops constant and smooth: really fun.

The ski mountaineering excursion to Mount Pizzo Filone from Tresenda starts from an elevation of 1900 meters and it reaches a maximum elevation o 3150 meters covering a total 1250 meter elevation gain. It features a development of 17 kilometers and the climb can be done in about four and a half hours.

Price for a ski mountaineering excursion

€ 330 - Price up to 1 person

€ 390 - Price up to 2 persons

€ 450 - Price up to 3 persons

€ 510 - Price up to 4 persons

Where to meet your mountain guide for a ski mountaineering excursion to Pizzo Filone

  • Meeting point On the day of your excursion, meet your guide at:
    La Tresenda Agriturismo Mountain Farm
    Tresenda
    Via Dali Mina, 190
    23041 Livigno, SO
  • Meeting time 8.30 am
  • Geographic coordinates 46°29'34.7"N 10°07'05.5"E
  • Transfer There are no transfers from the meeting point to the excursion site.

What to bring

  • Skis
  • Ski boots
  • Telescopic poles
  • Skins
  • Ski crampons
  • Crampons
  • Avalanche kit
  • Avalanche backpack

What you need to know

  • Equipment Remember to bring the minimum required equipment for the activity. If you do not own the equipment let us know, we will provide it for you, if available or for hire.
  • Reservation The reservation for this experience is individual, with a dedicated mountain guide. It may be reserved for a number of participants no greater than the maximum number allowed.
  • Excursion price The price shown is for the excursion with the dedicated mountain guide and possible transfer using the guide's private vehicle. It is valid for individual reservations for a number of participants that does not exceed the maximum number allowed.
  • Safety The mountain guide may cancel or suspend the excursion or change the itinerary if minimum safety conditions are not guaranteed. Please view the terms.
  • Moderate terms of cancellation The terms of cancellation and change for this experience are moderate. Please view the terms.

How to reserve your mountain guide

To reserve a mountain guide in Livigno for the ski mountaineering excursion to Pizzo Filone, you must send a request that provides and specifies your contact information, the number of participants and the date/period in which you wish to take the backcountry ski excursion.
We will respond immediately to confirm the availability of the guide, the deadline, if any, to confirm the option for the reservation, methods of payment, characteristics and organization of the activity.
Once the reservation is confirmed, we will send you the receipt and the presentation voucher with the details of the service, the name of the mountain guide or the mountaineering school, and all the contact information.