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Vallons de la Meije Classic Variations

La Grave

Les Deux Alpes and La Grave

A direct variation on the La Grave classic

Freeride Skiing Difficult

Distance
2.5 km
Ascent
5 m
Descent
620 m
Low Point
2.4 km
High Point
3 km
Gradient
32˚
Vallons de la Meije Classic Variations Map

A direct variation on the La Grave classic that stays further skiers left of the bowl and leads directly to the mid-station. Great, albeit shorter skiing than the mega-classic - getting your straight back to the mid-station and back on the lift for more. From the top of the cable car, descend a few metres before heading right to the Meije valley. Head down the wide steep slope, through to a narrower section and before the long moraine, traverse left back towards the cable car. Beware of avalanche risk as you head back towards the mid-station.

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 January and April

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