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Klein Kanada

Garmisch-Partenkirchen

A classic Freeride line at the Zugspitze

Freeride Skiing Difficult

Distance
1.4 km
Ascent
43 m
Descent
283 m
Low Point
2.3 km
High Point
2.6 km
Gradient
39˚
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This is a popular freeride skiing route which is generally considered to be difficult. It's very remote, it features medium exposure (e2) and is typically done between January and April. From a low point of 2.3 km to the maximum altitude of 2.6 km, the route covers 1.4 km, 43 vertical metres of ascent and 283 vertical metres of descent. It's graded 2.2 and Labande grade 3.

Description

Take the Wetterwandeck lift up and start traversing/walking east. Ski into the big bowl and leave it traversing left to reach the Brunntal lift. (Make sure the Brunntal lift is open.) Otherwise traverse almost horizontally to the Wetterwandeck lift.

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

3 out of 4

Little chance of being seen or helped in case of an accident.

Best time to visit

between January and April

Features

  • Walk Required

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