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The Geier Round from Navis

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Ski Touring Severe

Distance
22 km
Ascent
2.3 km
Descent
2.3 km
Duration
1 day +
Low Point
1.4 km
High Point
2.9 km
Gradient
30˚
The Geier Round from Navis Map

This is a popular ski touring route which is generally considered to be severe. It's remote, it features low exposure (e1) and is typically done between December and April. From a low point of 1.4 km to the maximum altitude of 2.9 km, the route covers 22 km, 2275 vertical metres of ascent and 2274 vertical metres of descent. You'll need skins to complete it safely.

Description

A longer round in Tuxer Alps, starting from the village of Navis close to Brenner and traversing the summits of Naviser Kreuzjöchl and Geier to Wattener Lizum and then over a col back to Navis. Highly dependant on right avalanche conditions without easy options for retreat.

Difficulty

Severe

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

Low Exposure (E1)

1 out of 4

Exposure is limited to that of the slope itself. Getting hurt is still likely if the slope is steep and/or the snow is hard.

Remoteness

2 out of 4

Away from help but easily accessed.

Best time to visit

between December and April

Features

  • Bowl
  • Face
  • Alpine
  • Couloir
  • Ski Mountaineering

Equipment required

  • Skins

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