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Operation Campcardos

Porta --> Porte-Puymorens par Campcardos, Andorre et pic Pedros et Pic de la Mine

Ski Touring Moderate

Distance
21 km
Ascent
1.8 km
Descent
1.5 km
Duration
1 day +
Low Point
1.6 km
High Point
2.7 km
Gradient
26˚
Operation Campcardos Map

This is a popular ski touring 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 2.7 km, the route covers 21 km, 1833 vertical metres of ascent and 1522 vertical metres of descent. It's graded 4.1 and Labande grade 4. You'll need skins, crampons and glacier kit to complete it safely.

Description

Vallée du Campcardos

Difficulty

Moderate

Slopes become slightly steeper at around 25-30 degrees.

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 December and March

Features

  • Tree Skiing
  • Ski Mountaineering

Equipment required

  • Skins
  • Crampons
  • Glacier kit

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