Cime de Pal - N from Gialorgues
Remote and perfect overview on the Tinée valley.
Ski Touring Difficult
- Distance
- 16 km
- Ascent
- 864 m
- Descent
- 1.6 km
- Duration
- 6-7 hrs
- Low Point
- 1.5 km
- High Point
- 2.8 km
- Gradient
- 26˚
This is a popular ski touring route which is generally considered to be difficult. It's remote, it features low exposure (e1) and is typically done between December and April. From a low point of 1.5 km to the maximum altitude of 2.8 km, the route covers 16 km, 864 vertical metres of ascent and 1644 vertical metres of descent. You'll need skins to complete it safely.
Description
Very long way to this beautiful point of view. The way goes through remote places, not often with skiers...
Difficulty
Difficult
Serious gradient of 30-38 degrees where a real risk of slipping exists.
Low Exposure (E1)
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
Away from help but easily accessed.
Best time to visit
Features
- Ski Mountaineering
Equipment required
- Skins