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Haute Route Jotunheimen Stage 3

Haute Route in magic Norway

Ski Touring Difficult

Distance
15 km
Ascent
1.4 km
Descent
1.7 km
Duration
7-8 hrs
Low Point
1.1 km
High Point
2.5 km
Gradient
28˚
Haute Route Jotunheimen Stage 3 Map

This is a popular ski touring route which is generally considered to be difficult. It's remote, it features medium exposure (e2) and is typically done between March and May. From a low point of 1.1 km to the maximum altitude of 2.5 km, the route covers 15 km, 1368 vertical metres of ascent and 1668 vertical metres of descent. It's graded 1.3 and Labande grade 3. You'll need skins, ice axe and crampons to complete it safely.

Description

Glitterheim to Spiterstulen

Difficulty

Difficult

Serious gradient of 30-38 degrees where a real risk of slipping exists.

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

2 out of 4

Away from help but easily accessed.

Best time to visit

between March and May

Features

  • Ski Mountaineering

Equipment required

  • Skins
  • Ice axe
  • Crampons