Le Taillefer
Grenoble
Le taillefer from La Morte, including a steep detour down.
Ski Touring Difficult
- Distance
- 19 km
- Ascent
- 1.6 km
- Descent
- 1.6 km
- Duration
- 1 day +
- Low Point
- 1.5 km
- High Point
- 2.9 km
- Gradient
- 26˚
This is a popular ski touring route which is generally considered to be difficult. It's remote, it features medium exposure (e2) and is typically done between December and April. From a low point of 1.5 km to the maximum altitude of 2.9 km, the route covers 19 km, 1606 vertical metres of ascent and 1604 vertical metres of descent. You'll need skins and crampons to complete it safely.
Description
The regular route of West side Le Taillefer
Difficulty
Difficult
Serious gradient of 30-38 degrees where a real risk of slipping exists.
Medium Exposure (E2)
As well as the slope itself, there are some obstacles (such as rock outcrops) which could aggravate injury.
Remoteness
Away from help but easily accessed.
Best time to visit
Features
- Ski Mountaineering
Equipment required
- Skins
- Crampons