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Skitour Pfundsjoch

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Skitour in a nice area with wide hills and good descents

Ski Touring Moderate

Distance
11 km
Ascent
938 m
Descent
934 m
Duration
5-6 hrs
Low Point
1.5 km
High Point
2.4 km
Gradient
34˚
Skitour Pfundsjoch Map

This is a popular ski touring route which is generally considered to be moderate. It's very remote, it features medium exposure (e2) and is typically done between December and March. From a low point of 1.5 km to the maximum altitude of 2.4 km, the route covers 11 km, 938 vertical metres of ascent and 934 vertical metres of descent. You'll need skins to complete it safely.

Description

Approach through the valley and turn right at the alp. Then find your way up the mountain, passing by under the "kleiner Giilfert", continuing to the Pfundsjoch.

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

3 out of 4

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

Best time to visit

between December and March

Features

  • Ski Mountaineering

Equipment required

  • Skins

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