Gaustoppen rundt - Day 2 of 3
Gausta
Second day of a three day (two night's camping) trip around Gaustatoppen
Ski Touring Moderate
- Distance
- 10 km
- Ascent
- 461 m
- Descent
- 234 m
- Duration
- 3-4 hrs
- Low Point
- 890 m
- High Point
- 1.2 km
- Gradient
- 16˚
This is a popular ski touring route which is generally considered to be moderate. It's remote, it features medium exposure (e2) and is typically done between March and April. From a low point of 890 m to the maximum altitude of 1.2 km, the route covers 10 km, 461 vertical metres of ascent and 234 vertical metres of descent. It's graded 2.1 and Labande grade 3. You'll need skins to complete it safely.
Description
Day 2 - Scenic 3-day ski-touring trip around Gaustatoppen
Difficulty
Moderate
Slopes become slightly steeper at around 25-30 degrees.
Best time to visit
Features
- Alpine
- Ski Safari
- Tree Skiing
Equipment required
- Skins