The normal route to the Viso Mozzo runs across the west face of the mountain and does not requires . Starting from Pian del Re (known as the river Po source, 2,020 metres), one can follow the nr.V13 foothpath leading to the alpine hut Quintino Sella. At colle dei Viso, leaving the main foothpath and turning left, following some cairns, in roughly one hour is possible to reach the mountain top, marked by a metallic summit cross and offering an interesting view both on the Monviso massif and on the Po plain.