Fontcouverte-Chardonnet-PteDemi
Ski Touring Moderate
This is a popular ski touring route which is generally considered to be moderate. It's remote, it features low exposure (e1) and is typically done between January and April. From a low point of 1.9 km to the maximum altitude of 2.8 km, the route covers 4.9 km, 962 vertical metres of ascent and 10 vertical metres of descent. It's graded 1.3 and Labande grade 2. You'll need skins to complete it safely.
Easy tour in starting from Fontcouverte to the pointe du demi. Beautiful landscape in Vallée de la Clarée. The Chardonnet hut is a wonderful stop on the way down.
Moderate
Slopes become slightly steeper at around 25-30 degrees.
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.
Away from help but easily accessed.
1.4 km away
A short descent, then through a spectacular col then a short journey to the Col des Cerces, before a final descent to the Drayeres Hut
Moderate Ski Touring
5.1 km away
A beautiful introduction to this unspoilt area with gorgeous, varied and extremely friendly huts.
Moderate Ski Touring
5.1 km away
A classic couloir in the Cerces
Severe Ski Touring
5.2 km away
A stunning line, the couloir is great skiing.
Severe Ski Touring
5.2 km away
A really nice easier line, perfect for those new to ski touring. But a big day out as well.
Moderate Ski Touring
5.2 km away
An interesting line with face and tree skiing.
Difficult Ski Touring
6 km away
The iconic ski peak of the area. A must do summit with incredible views and a big spring descent to a brilliant hut.
Difficult Ski Touring
6.5 km away
A long traverse for a cool couloir.
Severe Ski Touring
6.5 km away
A great couloir that is quick to access, with cool skiing.
Severe Ski Touring
7.2 km away
A local classic couloir, a must for any steep skier.
Severe Ski Touring
4 routes · Ski Touring