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Altos de Pompilandia, "altar del chaman"

Imponente vista y excelente acumulación de nieve para el backcountry

Ski Touring Moderate

Distance
8.1 km
Ascent
720 m
Descent
717 m
Duration
3-4 hrs
Low Point
296 m
High Point
998 m
Gradient
40˚
Altos de Pompilandia, "altar del chaman" Map

This is a popular ski touring route which is generally considered to be moderate. It's not remote, it features medium exposure (e2) and is typically done between July and September. From a low point of 296 m to the maximum altitude of 998 m, the route covers 8.1 km, 720 vertical metres of ascent and 717 vertical metres of descent. It's graded 3.1 and Labande grade 3. You'll need skins to complete it safely.

Description

Altospomplillandia es un lugar hermoso para esquí de travesía

Difficulty

Moderate

Slopes become slightly steeper at around 25-30 degrees.

Medium Exposure (E2)

2 out of 4

As well as the slope itself, there are some obstacles (such as rock outcrops) which could aggravate injury.

Remoteness

1 out of 4

Close to help in case of emergency.

Best time to visit

between July and September

Features

  • Alpine
  • Cliffs
  • Couloir
  • Tree Skiing
  • Single Descent
  • Ski Mountaineering

Equipment required

  • Skins