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Rifugio Ottorino Mezzalama

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Rifugio Ottorino Mezzalama

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  • Location: Ayas, Aosta Valley, Italy

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    August 16, 2025

    Hiking

    The most frequented refuge in the Ayas Valley, just over 3000 meters above sea level, overlooking the glaciers of the Monte Rosa massif. Many people climb up here, especially in the summer period. The last stretch of the climb is very steep, to be tackled calmly.
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    August 29, 2022

    Hiking

    One of the best known refuges in the Ayas and Aosta valleys, gateway and base for the Guide d'Ayas refuge, Monte Rosa and the ascents to Castore, Pollux, black rock
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    One of the most important historic refuges in the Alps, at 3000 meters on Monte Rosa. A must-stop for every mountain lover. Wonderful
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    Rifugio Mezzalama and Blue Lake via Trail 7

    15.3km

    07:28

    1,220m

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    Embark on a difficult hike to Rifugio Mezzalama and Blue Lake, a challenging route that covers 9.5 miles (15.3 km) with a significant elevation gain of 4015 feet (1224 metres).…

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    Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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    Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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    Elevation 2,960 m

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    Location: Ayas, Aosta Valley, Italy

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