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Clarieres

La Grave

Les Deux Alpes and La Grave

A relatively straight forward run down the lower slopes

Freeride Skiing Difficult

Distance
1.9 km
Ascent
0 m
Descent
649 m
Low Point
1.8 km
High Point
2.4 km
Gradient
39˚
Clarieres Map

More of a sector than a line, The Clairieres area is relatively straight forward ski from the mid-station of La Grave. You can choose between North Easterly and more Easterly terrain, but due to the lower altitude and exposition it can heat up very quickly. From the mid-station, you can ski parallel to the cables for a short while before picking up the main bowl, or head further skiers right straight from the lift. Make sure you pick up the long traverse back to the lift through the forest or you'll be walking.

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

2 out of 4

Away from help but easily accessed.

Best time to visit

between December and April

Features

  • Trees

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