Couloir S

Sancy

Large face descending the South / West side of Puy de Sancy

Freeride Skiing Moderate

Distance: 485 m
Ascent: 0 m
Descent: 297 m

Low Point: 1.6 km
High Point: 1.9 km
Gradient: 42˚

This is a popular freeride skiing route which is generally considered to be moderate. It's remote, it features medium exposure (e2) and is typically done between December and March. From a low point of 1.6 km to the maximum altitude of 1.9 km, the route covers 485 m, 0 vertical metres of ascent and 297 vertical metres of descent. It's graded 3.1 and Labande grade 3.

Description

Difficulty

Moderate

Slopes become slightly steeper at around 25-30 degrees.

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.