Bivacco Menabreaz - Col de Leppe

This high-mountain route in the Brissogne area is graded EE (expert hikers only). Starting from the Bivacco Menabreaz at 2546 m, it climbs to the Col de Leppe at 3110 m, gaining 557 m over just 3.2 km — a steep, unrelenting ascent on high-altitude terrain where waymarking is sparse and route-finding skills are essential. Above 2800 m the landscape changes dramatically: vegetation gives way to scree, persistent snowfields and bare rock. The Col de Leppe offers wide views over the opposite slopes and surrounding peaks of the central Aosta Valley. Weather at this altitude can deteriorate rapidly. Crampons and ice axe may be required when snow is present. Strictly for experienced mountain hikers with solid alpine skills.