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The austere buildings of the Hospice of Great St. Bernard are situated in a rocky pass through which an icy wind almost always blows, on the edge of a lake that is frozen for an average of 265 days a year and where winter lasts almost eight months. For nine centuries, the Canons Regular of the Order of St. Augustine, who settled here at the instigation of St. Bernard of Menthon, have maintained a tradition of helpfulness and hospitality. Travellers who wish to relax for a while in this peaceful place are welcome all year round.

A narrow, rocky ridge top, perched high above the Great Saint Bernard Hospice. The summit itself is eroded and worn by harsh Alpine winters and can be somewhat exposed for some. From the hospice there is an option for a relatively short approach, and the interesting hiking and climbing begins quite quickly, providing a nice dose of adventure without much procrastination. When you reach the summit, you will be rewarded with excellent views of the neighboring valleys of Valais, as well as the Aosta Valley, above the neighboring Italian border. Needless to say, it's still a suitable mountain environment. If you fancy climbing this peak, make sure you bring the appropriate equipment, have sufficient experience and suitable conditions for the day.

A historic and iconic monastery perched on the border between Switzerland and Italy, it has existed as a hospice for over 1,000 years. Saint Bernard dogs, a symbol of Switzerland, were bred here for many years to rescue mountaineers in distress. The monastery is also located on the shores of the tranquil Great St. Bernard Lake, where many trails begin.

A historic and iconic monastery and hospice, perched on the Swiss/Italian border, existing as a hospice for over 1000 years. The hospice is also renowned for creating the fantastic St. Bernard dogs, which were used for many years to rescue mountaineers in need of help and thus became an iconic symbol of Switzerland. Additionally, the monastery sits on the shores of the peaceful Grand St. Bernard Lake, a lake of brilliant blue waters with an iconic mountain backdrop. This area is a great place to visit in its own right, or to start one of the many hiking trails that start from here.

San Bernardo - the founder of the hospice

Are you looking for an extraordinary place to sleep high up in the Alps? Then you've come to the right place: The futuristic Giusto Gervasutti bivouac looks like a giant left his toy in the mountains. The tube is at 2,835 meters and has 12 sleeping places as well as an electric cooker and an on-board computer with internet connection.

the famous Bernhadin dogs come from here