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Colour Y

Colour with steep section

Ski Touring Moderate

Distance
5 km
Ascent
580 m
Descent
583 m
Duration
2-3 hrs
Low Point
2.3 km
High Point
2.8 km
Gradient
35˚
Colour Y Map

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 December and March. From a low point of 2.3 km to the maximum altitude of 2.8 km, the route covers 5 km, 580 vertical metres of ascent and 583 vertical metres of descent. It's graded 2.2 and Labande grade 3. You'll need skins to complete it safely.

Description

Colour Y with steep section above and narrow section about 2.5m wide

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

3 out of 4

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

Best time to visit

between December and March

Features

  • Couloir

Equipment required

  • Skins