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Suggested Equipment List

Experienced hill walkers will no doubt have their own preferences, but for newcomers to the Alps the following list is offered as a guide. Some of these items will not be needed if you only envisage tackling low valley walks.

Clothing

 Walking boots – must be comfortable, well fitting, with ankle support and plenty of grip in the soles

 Trainers or similar for wear in huts, hotels and villages

 Wind- and waterproof jacket and overtrousers

 Umbrella

 Woollen hat and sunhat

 Gloves

 Fleece or woollen sweater

 Shirts – 2 or 3 for a fortnight's holiday

 Warm long trousers, slacks or breeches – not jeans which are very cold when wet

 Shorts (optional)

 Walking socks

 Underwear

Miscellaneous

 Rucksack – with waterproof liner and/or cover

 Sheet sleeping bag (if you plan to stay in huts)

 Bivvy bag – in case of emergencies

 Trekking pole(s) – very useful on steep descents, scree, snow, stream crossings, etc

 Headtorch plus spare batteries and bulbs

 Water bottle (minimum 1 litre)