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Canalone N / O Monte Filone

Aprica

canale che scende dal versante N/O del Monte Filone sopra la Magnolta

Ski Touring Moderate

Distance
2 km
Ascent
204 m
Descent
453 m
Duration
1-2 hrs
Low Point
1.9 km
High Point
2.4 km
Gradient
43˚
Canalone N / O Monte Filone Map

This is a popular ski touring route which is generally considered to be moderate. It's not remote, it features medium exposure (e2) and is typically done between March and May. From a low point of 1.9 km to the maximum altitude of 2.4 km, the route covers 2 km, 204 vertical metres of ascent and 453 vertical metres of descent. It's graded 1.3 and Labande grade 2. You'll need skins, ice axe and crampons to complete it safely.

Description

Tramite le piste arrivare fino al lago palabione, da li raggiungere il passo (dove parte la traccia) e proseguire per la cresta (da percorrere a piedi) fino all'imbocco del canale

Difficulty

Moderate

Slopes become slightly steeper at around 25-30 degrees.

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

1 out of 4

Close to help in case of emergency.

Best time to visit

between March and May

Features

  • Alpine
  • Cliffs
  • Couloir
  • Single Descent
  • Ski Mountaineering

Equipment required

  • Skins
  • Ice axe
  • Crampons