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From Westfalenhaus over the Zischgenscharte to Sellrain

A tough tour complete with the bonus challenge of summiting the Schöntalspitze (3002m).

Ski Touring Severe

Distance
13 km
Ascent
694 m
Descent
1.4 km
Duration
5-6 hrs
Low Point
1.5 km
High Point
2.9 km
Gradient
40˚
From Westfalenhaus over the Zischgenscharte to Sellrain Map

From Westfalenhaus you start with a climb up directly between the peaks of Grubenwand (3173m) and Schöntalspitze (3002m) on the Zischgenscharte. It’s definitely worth summiting the Schöntalspitze before moving on with the tour. Descend on the other side of the pass into the valley, which you ski down all the way to the town of Sellrain.

Description

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

3 out of 4

Little chance of being seen or helped in case of an accident.

Best time to visit

between February and March

Features

  • Alpine
  • Ski Mountaineering

Equipment required

  • Rope
  • Skins
  • Ice axe
  • Crampons

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