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Iran Day 3

Yet another 3K peak from unknown village

Ski Touring Moderate

Distance
9.6 km
Ascent
650 m
Descent
729 m
Duration
4-5 hrs
Low Point
2.4 km
High Point
3 km
Gradient
31˚
Iran Day 3 Map

This is a popular ski touring route which is generally considered to be moderate. It's remote, it features low exposure (e1) and is typically done between January and February. From a low point of 2.4 km to the maximum altitude of 3 km, the route covers 9.6 km, 650 vertical metres of ascent and 729 vertical metres of descent. It's graded 2.1 and Labande grade 2. You'll need skins to complete it safely.

Description

Yet another 3K peak from unknown village

Difficulty

Moderate

Slopes become slightly steeper at around 25-30 degrees.

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 January and February

Features

  • Alpine

Equipment required

  • Skins