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Refuge du Rif Tort - Besse -

Grenoble

Randonnée à ski depuis le village de Besse-En-Oisans

Ski Touring Difficult

Distance
6.9 km
Ascent
834 m
Descent
803 m
Duration
3-4 hrs
Low Point
1.6 km
High Point
2.3 km
Gradient
32˚
Refuge du Rif Tort - Besse - Map

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 November and March. From a low point of 1.6 km to the maximum altitude of 2.3 km, the route covers 6.9 km, 834 vertical metres of ascent and 803 vertical metres of descent. It's graded 3.3 and Labande grade 3. You'll need skins to complete it safely.

Description

Montée dans la forêt puis au début du plateau d'Emparis

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 November and March

Features

  • Face
  • Tree Skiing
  • Ski Mountaineering

Equipment required

  • Skins