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Naso del Lyskamm, SE face

Gressoney La Trinité

Monte Rosa

An amazing glaciated journey in Monte Rosa

Ski Touring Difficult

Distance
2.9 km
Ascent
45 m
Descent
786 m
Duration
0-1 hrs
Low Point
3.2 km
High Point
4 km
Gradient
40˚
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Naso del Lyskamm, SE face Map

This is a breathtaking high mountain route that brings you to the heart of Monte Rosa, skiing from Naso del Lyskamm towards Lys Glacier finishing in Staffal after 2000m of vertical drop.

Description

This line is quite complex because of the enormous Lys glacier that you'll have to navigate.

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

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 March and June

Features

  • Cliffs
  • Glacier
  • Walk Required

Equipment required

  • Rope
  • Skins
  • Crampons

Similar routes nearby

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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

5.9 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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