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Lyskamm Orientale, Cresta Mangiauomini, Canale Sud

Gressoney La Trinité

Monte Rosa

A steep couloir that starts from the infamous "man eater ridge"

Also in Valais, Switzerland

Ski Touring Extreme

Distance
777 m
Ascent
0 m
Descent
361 m
Duration
0-1 hrs
Low Point
3.9 km
High Point
4.3 km
Gradient
54˚
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Lyskamm Orientale, Cresta Mangiauomini, Canale Sud Map

This is a popular ski touring route which is generally considered to be extreme. It's extremely remote, it features high exposure (e3) and is typically done between June and July. From a low point of 3.9 km to the maximum altitude of 4.3 km, the route covers 777 m, 0 vertical metres of ascent and 361 vertical metres of descent. It's graded 5.2 and Labande grade 6. You'll need rope, skins and crampons to complete it safely.

Description

On the south face of the man eater ridge starts this steep couloir. Exposed to ice fall from the hanging seracs which this couloir cuts into, it drops into the very beginning of "Valle Perduta"

Steep line for specialists!

Difficulty

Extreme

Extreme skiing terrain above 45 degrees. These routes are reserved for experienced experts.

High Exposure (E3)

3 out of 4

In case of a fall, death is highly likely.

Remoteness

4 out of 4

In the high mountains or remote conditions, all individuals must be completely autonomous in every situation.

Best time to visit

between June and July

Features

  • Glacier
  • Walk Required

Equipment required

  • Rope
  • Skins
  • Crampons

Similar routes nearby

4.6 km away

Liskamm West Summit (4479 m)

Liskamm West Summit (4479 m)

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Severe Ski Touring

Distance
15 km
Ascent
1.3 km
Descent
2 km

6.6 km away

Berni Couloir

Berni Couloir

One of the most aesthetic couloirs on this side of the mountain

Severe Ski Touring

Distance
2.9 km
Ascent
55 m
Descent
880 m
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