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Vărful Găvanu 2153 m

Ski de tură în Munții Făgăraș

Ski Touring Difficult

Distance
7.6 km
Ascent
740 m
Descent
741 m
Duration
3-4 hrs
Low Point
1.4 km
High Point
2.1 km
Gradient
31˚
Vărful Găvanu 2153 m 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 December and April. From a low point of 1.4 km to the maximum altitude of 2.1 km, the route covers 7.6 km, 740 vertical metres of ascent and 741 vertical metres of descent. You'll need rope, skins, ice axe and crampons to complete it safely.

Description

Traseu Ski de tură în Munții Făgăraș, de la cabana Suru până pe Vărful Gavanu 2153 m.

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 December and April

Features

  • Alpine
  • Ski Mountaineering

Equipment required

  • Rope
  • Skins
  • Ice axe
  • Crampons