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Volta Sorteny CPA

Sorteny - Estany de l'Estanyó - Collada de Ferreroles - Canal obaga - Sorteny

Ski Touring Difficult

Distance
11 km
Ascent
981 m
Descent
985 m
Duration
5-6 hrs
Low Point
1.8 km
High Point
2.5 km
Gradient
32˚
Volta Sorteny CPA Map

This is a popular ski touring route which is generally considered to be difficult. It's remote, it features low exposure (e1) and is typically done between February and April. From a low point of 1.8 km to the maximum altitude of 2.5 km, the route covers 11 km, 981 vertical metres of ascent and 985 vertical metres of descent. It's graded 3.1 and Labande grade 3. You'll need skins to complete it safely.

Description

Volta per la zona sud de Sorteny amb pujada i baixada per cares nord de molt bona neu amb qualsevol temps.

Difficulty

Difficult

Serious gradient of 30-38 degrees where a real risk of slipping exists.

Low Exposure (E1)

1 out of 4

Exposure is limited to that of the slope itself. Getting hurt is still likely if the slope is steep and/or the snow is hard.

Remoteness

2 out of 4

Away from help but easily accessed.

Best time to visit

between February and April

Features

  • Face
  • Alpine
  • Tree Skiing
  • Ski Mountaineering

Equipment required

  • Skins