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Cima Valbona Skialp

Trentino-Alto Adige

Cima Valbona dalla Val d'Arno

Ski Touring Difficult

Distance
8.4 km
Ascent
1.7 km
Descent
20 m
Duration
6-7 hrs
Low Point
1.2 km
High Point
2.9 km
Gradient
38˚
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This is a popular ski touring route which is generally considered to be difficult. It's remote, it features medium exposure (e2) and is typically done between February and March. From a low point of 1.2 km to the maximum altitude of 2.9 km, the route covers 8.4 km, 1708 vertical metres of ascent and 20 vertical metres of descent. It's graded 3.1 and Labande grade 4. You'll need skins, ice axe and crampons to complete it safely.

vista dalla cima verso sud-est
vista dalla cima verso sud-est Photo: Enrico Garbaini
salendo alla cresta che porta sul versante sud
salendo alla cresta che porta sul versante sud Photo: Enrico Garbaini
vista dalla cima verso nord
vista dalla cima verso nord
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Description

Salita primaverile alla cima di Valbona partendo dalla val d'Arnò.

Difficulty

Difficult

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

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

2 out of 4

Away from help but easily accessed.

Best time to visit

between February and March

Features

  • Ski Mountaineering

Equipment required

  • Skins
  • Ice axe
  • Crampons