MAGIC LINE
Aprica
Parete E Monte Filone
Ski Touring Severe
- Distance
- 1.4 km
- Ascent
- 171 m
- Descent
- 364 m
- Duration
- 0-1 hrs
- Low Point
- 2 km
- High Point
- 2.4 km
- Gradient
- 40˚
This is a popular ski touring route which is generally considered to be severe. It's not remote, it features high exposure (e3) and is typically done between January and April. From a low point of 2 km to the maximum altitude of 2.4 km, the route covers 1.4 km, 171 vertical metres of ascent and 364 vertical metres of descent. It's graded 3.3 and Labande grade 5. You'll need skins, ice axe and crampons to complete it safely.
Description
Steep and direct line, cliff on the skier's left in the middle part
Difficulty
Severe
Steep skiing at 38-45 degrees. This requires very good technique and the risk of falling has serious consequences.
High Exposure (E3)
In case of a fall, death is highly likely.
Remoteness
Close to help in case of emergency.
Best time to visit
Features
- Face
- Alpine
- Single Descent
- Ski Mountaineering
Equipment required
- Skins
- Ice axe
- Crampons