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Morgenrot

Gressoney La Trinité

Monte Rosa

Another steep couloir underneath this peak

Ski Touring Severe

Distance
1.6 km
Ascent
1 m
Descent
997 m
Duration
0-1 hrs
Low Point
1.7 km
High Point
2.7 km
Gradient
58˚
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This couloir is one of the most difficult of the couloirs that come down from Testa Grigia. It is steep and exposed. it needs to be skied in perfect conditions and by experienced riders. In this couloir there are 3 60m rappels already equipped with stainless steel bolts. The entrance of the couloir could be quite difficult to find.

Difficulty

Severe

Steep skiing at 38-45 degrees. This requires very good technique and the risk of falling has serious consequences.

Extreme Exposure (E4)

4 out of 4

In case of a fall, the skier faces certain death.

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 January and March

Features

  • Trees
  • Cliffs
  • Walk Required

Equipment required

  • Rope
  • Skins
  • Crampons

Similar routes nearby

4.8 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

7.1 km away

Liskamm West Summit (4479 m)

Liskamm West Summit (4479 m)

Venture up Switzerland’s famously treacherous Liskamm 4000er, affectionately nicknamed the “people eater”.

Severe Ski Touring

Distance
15 km
Ascent
1.3 km
Descent
2 km
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