2.4 km away
Col de la Grande Pierre
One of the easier ski tours linking Courchevel and Pralognan
Difficult Ski Touring
- Distance
- 10 km
- Ascent
- 803 m
- Descent
- 1.1 km
Aiguille du fruit - couloir NW
3 Valleys
Courchevel
Vanoise Massif
Very impressive line near Courchevel slopes, in a very alpine face
Ski Touring Severe
- Distance
- 15 km
- Ascent
- 1.3 km
- Descent
- 1.3 km
- Duration
- 7-8 hrs
- Low Point
- 1.8 km
- High Point
- 2.8 km
- Gradient
- 42˚
This is a popular ski touring route which is generally considered to be severe. It's remote, it features medium exposure (e2) and is typically done between December and May. From a low point of 1.8 km to the maximum altitude of 2.8 km, the route covers 15 km, 1283 vertical metres of ascent and 1284 vertical metres of descent. You'll need skins and crampons to complete it safely.
Description
Long way on the slopes, but you will reach this very alpine summit. The couloir has two branches, the left one reaches the highest point. The entry is quite steep (45°) and narrow but then it gets better, except a rock in the middle which can be turned by the right.
Difficulty
Severe
Steep skiing at 38-45 degrees. This requires very good technique and the risk of falling has serious consequences.
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
- Ski Mountaineering
Equipment required
- Skins
- Crampons
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4.9 km away
Col du Rateau
A classic mellow ski tour through great scenery.
Easy Ski Touring
- Distance
- 14 km
- Ascent
- 624 m
- Descent
- 1.4 km
4.9 km away
Petit Mont Blanc
A short tour with a stunning view of the higher Vanoise peaks.
Moderate Ski Touring
- Distance
- 12 km
- Ascent
- 683 m
- Descent
- 1.5 km
4.9 km away
Col du Mône
A great morning tour from Courchevel to Pralognan
Difficult Ski Touring
- Distance
- 12 km
- Ascent
- 507 m
- Descent
- 1.6 km
4.9 km away
Combe des Roches
A steady short tour through amenable terrain.
Moderate Ski Touring
- Distance
- 9.6 km
- Ascent
- 498 m
- Descent
- 1.3 km
6.1 km away
Grand Bec North West Face 'Voie Gromier'
The Chauchefoin line - a Vanoise steep classic.
Extreme Ski Touring
- Distance
- 9.4 km
- Ascent
- 1.7 km
- Descent
- 1.7 km
6.2 km away
Col du Vallonet
A spring-time mega-classic!
Severe Ski Touring
- Distance
- 9.5 km
- Ascent
- 1.6 km
- Descent
- 1.6 km
7.8 km away
Refuge du Roc de la Pêche
A very comfortable hut and an ideal entry point into the Vanoise national park.
Easy Ski Touring
- Distance
- 7.1 km
- Ascent
- 569 m
- Descent
- 92 m
7.8 km away
Dôme des Nants via the Col des Thurges
A big day up on to the Glaciers de la Vanoise
Difficult Ski Touring
- Distance
- 20 km
- Ascent
- 2.2 km
- Descent
- 2.2 km
8 km away
Creux de la Motte
Spring snow heaven!
Difficult Ski Touring
- Distance
- 14 km
- Ascent
- 1.5 km
- Descent
- 1.5 km
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Guidebooks in this area
5 routes · Ski Touring
The Best Beginner Ski Tours in the Alps
5 routes · Ski Touring
Escape the Crowds : 5 Gorgeous Ski Tours from Courchevel
5 routes · Ski Touring
The Vanoise Circuit : France's Best Hut to Hut Ski Tour
11 routes · Ski Touring
Challenging Big Mountain Ski Tours Above Pralognan
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