Station Val Louron - Cap de Toudous
la trace de début de saison :-)
Ski Touring Easy
- Distance
- 7.1 km
- Ascent
- 824 m
- Descent
- 825 m
- Duration
- 3-4 hrs
- Low Point
- 1.5 km
- High Point
- 2.3 km
- Gradient
- 35˚
This is a popular ski touring route which is generally considered to be easy. It's not remote, it features medium exposure (e2) and is typically done in April, November and December. From a low point of 1.5 km to the maximum altitude of 2.3 km, the route covers 7.1 km, 824 vertical metres of ascent and 825 vertical metres of descent. It's graded 2.2 and Labande grade 3. You'll need skins to complete it safely.
Description
Départ de la station de Val Louron en début de saison avant l'ouverture de la station, passage un peu raide (35°) en dessous des rochés en sortant des pistes (besoin des couteaux si la neige très dure).
Difficulty
Easy
Wide gentle slopes at around 20 degrees or less.
Medium Exposure (E2)
As well as the slope itself, there are some obstacles (such as rock outcrops) which could aggravate injury.
Remoteness
Close to help in case of emergency.
Best time to visit
Features
- Single Descent
Equipment required
- Skins