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PASSO VIAFIORCIA

Prali

From Prali to ViaFiorcia pass.

Ski Touring Easy

Distance
7 km
Ascent
856 m
Descent
45 m
Duration
3-4 hrs
Low Point
1.5 km
High Point
2.3 km
Gradient
26˚
PASSO VIAFIORCIA Map

This is a popular ski touring route which is generally considered to be easy. It's not remote, it features low exposure (e1) and is typically done between December and March. From a low point of 1.5 km to the maximum altitude of 2.3 km, the route covers 7 km, 856 vertical metres of ascent and 45 vertical metres of descent. You'll need skins and crampons to complete it safely.

Description

Starting from Prali or from Giordano, follow Bout du Col route. Continue on Lago Verde route and you will find the destination on the left.

Difficulty

Easy

Wide gentle slopes at around 20 degrees or less.

Low Exposure (E1)

1 out of 4

Exposure is limited to that of the slope itself. Getting hurt is still likely if the slope is steep and/or the snow is hard.

Remoteness

1 out of 4

Close to help in case of emergency.

Best time to visit

between December and March

Features

  • Alpine
  • Tree Skiing
  • Ski Mountaineering

Equipment required

  • Skins
  • Crampons