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 Sunglasses, hat, chapstick and high factor cream. For every 1000m you climb the intensity of the sun's UV rays increases by ten per cent. This, combined with lower levels of humidity and pollution which act as filters in other areas, and possible snow cover which reflects UV rays, means that you need a cream with a much higher protection factor than at sea level.

 Layers of clothing for dealing with everything from scorching sun to a snow storm: T-shirts and shorts, comfortable long trousers (not jeans), warm fleece and a wind-proof jacket, with woolly hat and gloves for emergencies. Gaiters come in handy for snow traverses

 A supply of high energy food such as muesli bars and chocolate

 Maps, altimeter, compass and binoculars

 Camera, extra memory cards, battery recharger with adapter

 Whistle, small headlamp or torch with spare battieres, for calling for help

 Supply of euros in cash and credit card. ATMs can be found at most of the towns on the routes. Assume that a rifugio does not accept credit cards unless otherwise stated.