Seekarschneid Rinne
Obertauern
Short hike with couloir with regular powder line alternative
Freeride Skiing Difficult
- Distance
- 1.5 km
- Ascent
- 162 m
- Descent
- 344 m
- Low Point
- 2 km
- High Point
- 2.3 km
- Gradient
- 45˚
From the top of the Seekareckbahn head toward the Seekareck (small peak which is visible above the avalanche barriers) - 10 to 15 min hike (skis can be carried over shoulder)
Description
After reaching the Seekareck ski down along the ridge towards Seekarschneid SoutWest face. The hike up to Seekarschneid is intermediate in difficulty and a little precaution is required. (skis should be attached to backpack). The hike up takes between 20-30 minutes.
Once you hit the top plateu you can check the entrance area of the couloir for the overall snow conditions or ski down on the eastern side of the peak.
From the bottom of the couloir the slope is easily reachable, same with the alternative route.
Difficulty
Difficult
Serious gradient of 30-38 degrees where a real risk of slipping exists.
High Exposure (E3)
In case of a fall, death is highly likely.
Remoteness
Away from help but easily accessed.
Best time to visit
Features
- Couloir
- Walk Required