Pan du diable
Sancy
Acces by foot from the bottom of the couloir. Very narrow passage at the entry of the couloir.
Freeride Skiing Difficult
- Distance
- 184 m
- Ascent
- 0 m
- Descent
- 131 m
- Low Point
- 1.7 km
- High Point
- 1.8 km
- Gradient
- 37˚
This is a popular freeride skiing 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 1.7 km to the maximum altitude of 1.8 km, the route covers 184 m, 0 vertical metres of ascent and 131 vertical metres of descent. It's graded 4.2 and Labande grade 4. You'll need ice axe and crampons to complete it safely.
Description
Difficult access from the Puy de Sancy south side. Very narrow passage at the entry of the couloir.
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
- Couloir
- Walk Required
Equipment required
- Ice axe
- Crampons