Ice Climbing

The Alps in winter become ice climbing paradise, with frozen "cascades" often only minutes from the car. January and February provide reliable cold conditions, meaning you'll climb many pitches of ice every day of your trip. 

The Arolla valley has great climbing, from one pitch routes near the road, to multi pitch mountain routes with snow-shoe approaches. It is rare to meet another team here, and you wont be queuing for routes. You can often climb 2 or more routes a day, with a lunchtime café stop to warm up! There is something for everyone, from introduction top-roping to vertical free standing pillars.

We can make day trips to nearby Zinal, Trient or Val de Bagnes. Within easy reach for a longer trip are the world famous venues of Cogne and Kandersteg.

We run courses for everyone from complete beginner to Grade 5/6 climber, so you can learn everything from how to put on crampons, to leading your own ice climbs.

The best time is Mid December to mid February. Check the blog for up to date conditions and news, and phone or e-mail for availability.

 Here is a SLIDESHOW of ice climbing highlights

2010 COURSES

Ice weekends for 3 or 4 days (£590 for 3 days and nights OR £735 for 4 days and nights inc half board accomodation in shared twin room):

15 to 18 January
23 to 26 January FULLY BOOKED

Introducion to ice climbing based in Arolla.  6 days climbing with 7 nights accommodation (half board based on sharing twin room). Prices from £1,305 per person:

2 to 9 January
30 January to 6 February FULLY BOOKED

Intermediate ice climbing based in Cogne, Italy.  6 days climbing with 7 nights accommodation (half board based on sharing twin room). Prices from £1,315 per person:

9 to 16 January
6 to 13 February

Email: info@frostguiding.co.uk to book now