Cima Marguareis
Salita e discesa dal canale dei Genovesi
Ski Touring Severe
- Distance
- 25 km
- Ascent
- 2.3 km
- Descent
- 2.3 km
- Duration
- 1 day +
- Low Point
- 905 m
- High Point
- 2.6 km
- Gradient
- 34˚
This is a popular ski touring route which is generally considered to be severe. It's remote, it features medium exposure (e2) and is typically done between March and May. From a low point of 905 m to the maximum altitude of 2.6 km, the route covers 25 km, 2335 vertical metres of ascent and 2338 vertical metres of descent. It's graded 4.1 and Labande grade 5. You'll need rope, skins, ice axe and crampons to complete it safely.
Description
Partenza da Villaggio d'Ardua. Canale in buone condizioni. Uscita del canale non sciabile.
Difficulty
Severe
Steep skiing at 38-45 degrees. This requires very good technique and the risk of falling has serious consequences.
Best time to visit
Features
- Couloir
- Ski Mountaineering
Equipment required
- Rope
- Skins
- Ice axe
- Crampons