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Hinterer Wurmkogel to Hochgurgl

Obergurgl

Sölden

Trentino-Alto Adige

Get away from the crowds on this satisfyingly long descent.

Also in Tirol, Austria

Freeride Skiing Difficult

Distance
3.8 km
Ascent
14 m
Descent
1.1 km
Low Point
2 km
High Point
3.1 km
Gradient
47˚
Hinterer Wurmkogel to Hochgurgl Map

This is a popular freeride skiing route which is generally considered to be difficult. It's remote, it features high exposure (e3) and is typically done between November and April. From a low point of 2 km to the maximum altitude of 3.1 km, the route covers 3.8 km, 14 vertical metres of ascent and 1092 vertical metres of descent.

Description

Freeride from near the peak of Hinterer Wormkogel (3082m) all the way down a smooth 800m descent to Hochgurgl just above the valley floor.

Sources https://www.outdooractive.com/de/route/ski-freeride/oetztal/vom-hinteren-wurmkogel-nach-hochgurgl/6138913/

Difficulty

Difficult

Serious gradient of 30-38 degrees where a real risk of slipping exists.

High Exposure (E3)

3 out of 4

In case of a fall, death is highly likely.

Remoteness

2 out of 4

Away from help but easily accessed.

Best time to visit

between November and April

Features

  • Face
  • Trees