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Mellow run + views

Lofoten

Mellow touring with great views.

Ski Touring Easy

Distance
2.4 km
Ascent
671 m
Descent
1 m
Duration
2-3 hrs
Low Point
5 m
High Point
675 m
Gradient
36˚
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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 February and May. From a low point of 5 m to the maximum altitude of 675 m, the route covers 2.4 km, 671 vertical metres of ascent and 1 vertical metres of descent. It's graded 1.2 and Labande grade 2. You'll need skins to complete it safely.

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Description

Easy route great for quick touring. It is not steep and skiing down should be easy as there is no difficult terrain.

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 February and May

Features

  • Bowl

Equipment required

  • Skins

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