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North Traverse Jyrgalan

Route allowing to link up two valleys in Jyrgalan.

Ski Touring Easy

Distance
5.1 km
Ascent
234 m
Descent
447 m
Duration
1-2 hrs
Low Point
2.3 km
High Point
2.7 km
Gradient
23˚
North Traverse Jyrgalan Map

This is a popular ski touring route which is generally considered to be easy. It's remote, it features low exposure (e1) and is typically done between December and March. From a low point of 2.3 km to the maximum altitude of 2.7 km, the route covers 5.1 km, 234 vertical metres of ascent and 447 vertical metres of descent. You'll need skins to complete it safely.

Description

Route allowing to link up two valleys in Jyrgalan. Nice little canyon down but not very steep. Roxyandtommyontheroad

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

2 out of 4

Away from help but easily accessed.

Best time to visit

between December and March

Features

  • Ski Safari
  • Single Descent

Equipment required

  • Skins