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Schaufelspitze East II

Sölden

Stubaier Gletscher

Trentino-Alto Adige

Experts only. Check it out from below, you need stable conditions.

Freeride Skiing Severe

Distance
2.7 km
Ascent
161 m
Descent
752 m
Low Point
2.6 km
High Point
3.3 km
Gradient
45˚
Schaufelspitze East II Map

Take the Schaufeljochbahn, you see the ridge you will hike looker's left. The ascent is often best with crampons, you might need a rope to get into the couloir.

Description

There is a few alternatives depending on the snow conditions. You have the luxury to be able to inspect from below, the one above is the most obvious one. The second line has a mandatory in less deep years. Be aware: You can quite literally not afford to fall in the top section.

There is further obvious lines on the east face. Steep as well. Chocolate chips to navigate two thirds down. Rarely gets tracks.

Difficulty

Severe

Steep skiing at 38-45 degrees. This requires very good technique and the risk of falling has serious consequences.

High Exposure (E3)

3 out of 4

In case of a fall, death is highly likely.

Remoteness

2 out of 4

Away from help but easily accessed.

Best time to visit

between March and May

Features

  • Bowl
  • Cliffs
  • Couloir
  • Walk Required

Equipment required

  • Rope
  • Skins
  • Crampons
  • Glacier kit