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Tournette Face NorEst

Annecy

Classic Annécienne ski tour. 2.2 E2.

Ski Touring Moderate

Distance
11 km
Ascent
1.5 km
Descent
1.5 km
Duration
6-7 hrs
Low Point
913 m
High Point
2.3 km
Gradient
40˚
Tournette Face NorEst Map

Insanely great views on the way up, from the summit and then lovely skiing down. Be careful not to ski to the right of the large lowest ridge (le 'Bouton' in French) or you risk dropping down the wrong valley; you need to ski down the same valley you ascended. Some options for couloir skiing if you look out for them. Note this GPS track has a missing section at the beginning, but the path up is obvious, until the GPS track becomes accurate again. More information here, including condition reports: http://www.skitour.fr/sorties/la-tournette,88506.html

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

2 out of 4

Away from help but easily accessed.

Best time to visit

between December and March

Features

  • Face
  • Alpine
  • Cliffs
  • Couloir
  • Tree Skiing

Equipment required

  • Skins

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