Mont Rogneux

Mont Rogneux (3,084 m) rises above Liddes in the Swiss canton of Valais, in the Pennine Alps. It sits north of the Petit Combin and Grand Combin, facing the Verbier ski area and next to the Bruson lifts. The Val d'Entremont lies on one side of the peak and the Val de Bagnes on the other.

What can you see from the summit?

The reward is the panorama. The Mont Blanc massif dominates, and in perfect visibility Komoot counts well over a hundred 3,000 m summits and about a dozen 4,000 m peaks. Both valleys drop away below, and Verbier's slopes face you across the Val de Bagnes.

How do you climb Mont Rogneux?

This is no casual stroll. Routes are long and call for strong fitness, sure footing and some alpine experience.

• From Cabane de Mille (2,473 m): the hut stands at the foot of the mountain above Liddes. The ridge route to the top takes about 2 hours 15 minutes. The hut is staffed in July, August and September, and only partly in June and October.
• From Bruson: through the Mayens de Mille, roughly 4 hours.
• From Cabane Brunet (2,103 m): the main base on the Val de Bagnes side, with 56 dormitory beds. It opens June to October in summer and December to April in winter, weather permitting. The route goes via the Col du Rogneux, and for the final section some accounts recommend a guide.
• Liddes loop: around 19 km with about 1,720 m of ascent, combined with the Col de Mille.
• From the Lacs de Vaux: after the lift, leave the path at the Col du Creblet and follow a faint track up the grassy slope.

Is it a good ski-touring objective?

Yes. One account of the climb from 1,300 m to 3,084 m calls the ascent fairly easy, with the only steep part in the last 150 m. A 2014 CERN ski club outing logged 1,784 m of total ascent.

When should you go?

Trails and huts operate from June to October, though hut hours depend on conditions. In winter and spring the mountain is a popular ski tour. Check snow conditions and the forecast first, as parts of the route are exposed.

Frequently asked questions

How high is Mont Rogneux?

3,084 m above sea level.

Where is the best starting point?

Cabane de Mille gives the shortest approach, about 2 h 15 min to the summit. Longer routes start from Liddes, Bruson or Cabane Brunet.

Do I need a guide?

Anyone without alpine experience should consider one, especially on the ridge or in snow. Experienced hikers can go independently.

What is the best view?

The Mont Blanc massif, plus dozens of other 3,000 m summits across the Swiss Alps.