Traverse Lauziere Sud Nord
Albertville
Lauziér
Saint-Jean-de-Maurienne
Traverse a ski du massif de la lauziere dans l'axe sud nord
Ski Touring Severe
- Distance
- 30 km
- Ascent
- 3.7 km
- Descent
- 4.1 km
- Duration
- 1 day +
- Low Point
- 916 m
- High Point
- 2.6 km
- Gradient
- 29˚
This is a popular ski touring route which is generally considered to be severe. It's not remote, it features medium exposure (e2) and is typically done between March and May. From a low point of 916 m to the maximum altitude of 2.6 km, the route covers 30 km, 3666 vertical metres of ascent and 4079 vertical metres of descent. You'll need skins, ice axe and crampons to complete it safely.
Description
Traverse à la journée du massif de la Lauziere.
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
Close to help in case of emergency.
Best time to visit
Features
- Ski Mountaineering
Equipment required
- Skins
- Ice axe
- Crampons