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Senja - Skolpan Tour

Great tour for intermediate level skiers to start with

Ski Touring Moderate

Distance
4.2 km
Ascent
450 m
Descent
504 m
Duration
2-3 hrs
Low Point
243 m
High Point
741 m
Gradient
29˚
Senja - Skolpan Tour Map

This is a popular ski touring route which is generally considered to be moderate. It's remote, it features low exposure (e1) and is typically done between February and April. From a low point of 243 m to the maximum altitude of 741 m, the route covers 4.2 km, 450 vertical metres of ascent and 504 vertical metres of descent. It's graded 2.2 and Labande grade 2. You'll need skins to complete it safely.

Description

Great tour for intermediate level skiers to start with

Difficulty

Moderate

Slopes become slightly steeper at around 25-30 degrees.

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 February and April

Features

  • Face
  • Tree Skiing
  • Single Descent

Equipment required

  • Skins

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