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Aag volcano

Skitour to Aag volcano

Ski Touring Difficult

Distance
27 km
Ascent
2.4 km
Descent
301 m
Duration
1 day +
Low Point
145 m
High Point
2.3 km
Gradient
24˚
Aag volcano Map

This is a popular ski touring route which is generally considered to be difficult. It's very remote, it features low exposure (e1) and is typically done between January and April. From a low point of 145 m to the maximum altitude of 2.3 km, the route covers 27 km, 2420 vertical metres of ascent and 301 vertical metres of descent. You'll need skins and crampons to complete it safely.

Description

Skitour to Aag volcano

Difficulty

Difficult

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

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

3 out of 4

Little chance of being seen or helped in case of an accident.

Best time to visit

between January and April

Features

  • Alpine
  • Ski Mountaineering

Equipment required

  • Skins
  • Crampons