Grivola, Mountain summit in Aosta Valley, Italy
Grivola rises to an elevation of 3,969 meters between Valsavarenche and Cogne Valley, forming a distinctive pyramid shape in the Graian Alps range.
The first recorded ascent of Grivola occurred in 1859 when mountaineers Ormsby, Bruce, Dayné, Cachat, and Tairraz successfully reached the summit from Col du Lauson.
The mountain's name derives from the Valdôtain word 'griva' meaning song thrush, while other interpretations connect it to 'grivoline' for pretty young girl.
Climbers access the mountain through a two-day guided expedition starting from Cretaz village at 1,450 meters, with an overnight stay at Bivouac Luciano Gratton.
The mountain contains multiple shelters including Rifugio Federico Chabod at 2,750 meters and Rifugio Vittorio Emanuele II at 2,732 meters for mountaineering support.
Location: Aosta Valley
Elevation above the sea: 3,969 m
Part of: Alps
GPS coordinates: 45.59600,7.25744
Latest update: March 17, 2025 20:09
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