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Haute Route Jotunheimen Stage 5

Haute Route in magic Norway

Ski Touring Difficult

Distance
15 km
Ascent
1.2 km
Descent
1.3 km
Duration
6-7 hrs
Low Point
1.2 km
High Point
2.2 km
Gradient
21˚
Haute Route Jotunheimen Stage 5 Map

This is a popular ski touring route which is generally considered to be difficult. It's remote, it features high exposure (e3) and is typically done between April and June. From a low point of 1.2 km to the maximum altitude of 2.2 km, the route covers 15 km, 1192 vertical metres of ascent and 1339 vertical metres of descent. It's graded 1.3 and Labande grade 3. You'll need rope, skins, ice axe, crampons and glacier kit to complete it safely.

Description

Leirvassbu to Krossbu

Difficulty

Difficult

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

High Exposure (E3)

3 out of 4

In case of a fall, death is highly likely.

Remoteness

2 out of 4

Away from help but easily accessed.

Best time to visit

between April and June

Features

  • Ski Mountaineering

Equipment required

  • Rope
  • Skins
  • Ice axe
  • Crampons
  • Glacier kit

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