620 m away
Val Setus - A Classic Dolomites Couloir
A Stunning Journey Across the Sella Massif Followed By An Aesthetic Steep Descent
Severe Ski Touring
- Distance
- 7.7 km
- Ascent
- 425 m
- Descent
- 1.4 km
Val mediz
Dolomites
Canazei-Belvedere
Trentino-Alto Adige
The acces to Val mediz
Ski Touring Moderate
- Distance
- 2.9 km
- Ascent
- 214 m
- Descent
- 188 m
- Duration
- 1-2 hrs
- Low Point
- 2.8 km
- High Point
- 3 km
- Gradient
- 27˚
This is a popular ski touring route which is generally considered to be moderate. It's very remote, it features medium exposure (e2) and is typically done between January and March. From a low point of 2.8 km to the maximum altitude of 3 km, the route covers 2.9 km, 214 vertical metres of ascent and 188 vertical metres of descent. You'll need skins to complete it safely.
Description
A easy route to acces the Val mediz. Easy touring, not over any exposures. Make sure to check for snow at the bottom of the valley before (love webcams)
Difficulty
Moderate
Slopes become slightly steeper at around 25-30 degrees.
Medium Exposure (E2)
As well as the slope itself, there are some obstacles (such as rock outcrops) which could aggravate injury.
Remoteness
Little chance of being seen or helped in case of an accident.
Best time to visit
Features
- Alpine
- Single Descent
Equipment required
- Skins
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- Distance
- 6.9 km
- Ascent
- 864 m
- Descent
- 876 m
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- Distance
- 9 km
- Ascent
- 532 m
- Descent
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Guidebooks in this area
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Charlie Boscoe's 50 Favourite Ski Adventures in Europe
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Unique Terrain & Huge Lines : Tough Dolomites Ski Tours
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Easy Ski Tours Through the Epic Dolomites Mountains
6 routes · Ski Touring
Stepping It Up : Intermediate Dolomites Ski Tours
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