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Couloir S.Anna

Gressoney La Trinité

Monte Rosa

Short run near the cable car.

Freeride Skiing Difficult

Distance
654 m
Ascent
0 m
Descent
336 m
Low Point
1.8 km
High Point
2.2 km
Gradient
42˚
Couloir S.Anna Map

This couloir is rarely in good condition, but as it is visible from the bottom of the Sant'Anna to Stafal cable car station it is possible to check the snow.

Description

From the top of the Sant'Anna cable car traverse south to the plateau to reach the entrance of the couloir (left side of the cross). Follow it almost to the end, then traverse to the left in the direction of the cable car station.

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

1 out of 4

Close to help in case of emergency.

Best time to visit

between January and March

Features

  • Trees
  • Cliffs

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