Plenderlesseekopf ridge north descent

Short ascent for a steep, relatively lonely and long descent

Freeride Skiing Difficult

Distance
1.8 km
Ascent
102 m
Descent
525 m
Low Point
2 km
High Point
2.5 km
Gradient
40˚
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Plenderlesseekopf ridge north descent Map

From the mountain station of the Dreiseenbahn keep directly left towards the ridge of the Plenderlesseekopf. Across the flank very steeply up to the ridge (approx. 2500m). On the ridge without difficulty along a few boulders towards west to a small head (approx. 5 min).

At the ridge. In the background you can see the small head from which the descent to the north takes place.
At the ridge. In the background you can see the small head from which the descent to the north takes place.
Shortly along the ridge towards the west. In the background you can see the Längental reservoir.
Shortly along the ridge towards the west. In the background you can see the Längental reservoir.
The upper steep slope is directly behind the Gaiskogelbahn, but cannot be seen from it and is therefore rarely skiid.
The upper steep slope is directly behind the Gaiskogelbahn, but cannot be seen from it and is therefore rarely skiid.
View of the steep slope in the upper part. The drop in is in the centre of the picture.
View of the steep slope in the upper part. The drop in is in the centre of the picture.
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Description

From here, descend through a very steep slope to the north in the direction of Mittl. Plenderlessee. This slope requires absolutely safe conditions.

Pass the frozen lake and head towards a rocky ridge (approx. 2300m) which can be easily skied in many places.

Then continue in the fall line through the gully-like terrain of the Wisberg to the Kühtaistraße (depending on the snow conditions, the route may be blown off in places).

Return along the road to the new Gaiskogelbahn (approx. 10 min).

It is also possible to ski the rock ridge at 2300m in the direction of Hirschebensee (2164m) through the large opening and thus reach a rarely tracked area. Then follow the valley to the bus stop 'Kühtai Galerie' (approx. 1900m) and take the bus back to the ski area.

Difficulty

Difficult

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

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

2 out of 4

Away from help but easily accessed.

Best time to visit

between January and March

Features

  • Face
  • Walk Required

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