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Monte Torena parete N / E

Parete N/E del Torena partendo da Ponte Frera in Val Belviso

Ski Touring Severe

Distance
6.4 km
Ascent
1.6 km
Descent
46 m
Duration
5-6 hrs
Low Point
1.4 km
High Point
2.9 km
Gradient
39˚
Monte Torena parete N / E Map

This is a popular ski touring route which is generally considered to be severe. It's very remote, it features high exposure (e3) and is typically done between April and May. From a low point of 1.4 km to the maximum altitude of 2.9 km, the route covers 6.4 km, 1573 vertical metres of ascent and 46 vertical metres of descent. It's graded 4.3 and Labande grade 4. You'll need skins, ice axe and crampons to complete it safely.

Description

Si parte da Ponte Frera, si arriva al lago verde di Torena e da li si attacca la parete

Difficulty

Severe

Steep skiing at 38-45 degrees. This requires very good technique and the risk of falling has serious consequences.

High Exposure (E3)

3 out of 4

In case of a fall, death is highly likely.

Remoteness

3 out of 4

Little chance of being seen or helped in case of an accident.

Best time to visit

between April and May

Features

  • Face
  • Alpine
  • Cliffs
  • Tree Skiing
  • Single Descent
  • Ski Mountaineering

Equipment required

  • Skins
  • Ice axe
  • Crampons