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Monte Rotondo Free touring

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Monte Rotondo en ski de randonnée

Ski Touring Difficult

Distance
5.8 km
Ascent
1.6 km
Descent
126 m
Duration
5-6 hrs
Low Point
1 km
High Point
2.5 km
Gradient
41˚
Monte Rotondo Free touring Map

This is a popular ski touring route which is generally considered to be difficult. It's very remote, it features medium exposure (e2) and is typically done between February and March. From a low point of 1 km to the maximum altitude of 2.5 km, the route covers 5.8 km, 1616 vertical metres of ascent and 126 vertical metres of descent. It's graded 3.3 and Labande grade 4. You'll need skins and crampons to complete it safely.

Description

Ascension du Monte Rotondo au départ du pont de Timozzo via le lac de l'Oriente

Difficulty

Difficult

Serious gradient of 30-38 degrees where a real risk of slipping exists.

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 February and March

Features

  • Bowl
  • Cliffs
  • Single Descent
  • Ski Mountaineering

Equipment required

  • Skins
  • Crampons