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Grand Nâves - Refu Plan de Lai

Albertville

Jolie traversée en skis par le beaufortain

Ski Touring Severe

Distance
22 km
Ascent
1.8 km
Descent
1.5 km
Duration
1 day +
Low Point
1.6 km
High Point
2.4 km
Gradient
26˚
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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 April. From a low point of 1.6 km to the maximum altitude of 2.4 km, the route covers 22 km, 1797 vertical metres of ascent and 1544 vertical metres of descent. It's graded 3.2 and Labande grade 4. You'll need skins to complete it safely.

Description

jolie parcour dans le beaufortain

Difficulty

Severe

Steep skiing at 38-45 degrees. This requires very good technique and the risk of falling has serious consequences.

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

  • Alpine
  • Ski Mountaineering

Equipment required

  • Skins