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Ski Tour Hirzeneck - Klais

Nice and short Tour with save conditions.

Ski Touring Easy

Distance
6.6 km
Ascent
355 m
Descent
355 m
Duration
2-3 hrs
Low Point
920 m
High Point
1.2 km
Gradient
21˚
Ski Tour Hirzeneck - Klais Map

This is a popular ski touring route which is generally considered to be easy. It's remote, it features low exposure (e1) and is typically done between December and April. From a low point of 920 m to the maximum altitude of 1.2 km, the route covers 6.6 km, 355 vertical metres of ascent and 355 vertical metres of descent. It's graded 1.1 and Labande grade 1. You'll need skins to complete it safely.

Description

It is such a nice short Tour before or after Work following the old Lift up to the top of Hirzeneck.

Difficulty

Easy

Wide gentle slopes at around 20 degrees or less.

Low Exposure (E1)

1 out of 4

Exposure is limited to that of the slope itself. Getting hurt is still likely if the slope is steep and/or the snow is hard.

Remoteness

2 out of 4

Away from help but easily accessed.

Best time to visit

between December and April

Features

  • Tree Skiing
  • Single Descent

Equipment required

  • Skins