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BF-J2 - la Coire / Grand Mont / Arêches

Albertville

Arêches Beaufort

Beaufortain ski tour 2/2

Ski Touring Difficult

Distance
18 km
Ascent
1.4 km
Descent
2.3 km
Low Point
1.2 km
High Point
2.7 km
Gradient
29˚
BF-J2 - la Coire / Grand Mont / Arêches 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 December and April. From a low point of 1.2 km to the maximum altitude of 2.7 km, the route covers 18 km, 1408 vertical metres of ascent and 2271 vertical metres of descent. You'll need skins to complete it safely.

Description

From Refuge de la Coire to Grand Mont and then back to Arêches by the north face

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 December and April

Features

  • Couloir

Equipment required

  • Skins