835 m away
Blåtinden
A wonderful peak with great, low stress skiing and incredible views across the southern part of the Lyngen Peninsula.
Moderate Ski Touring
- Distance
- 8.8 km
- Ascent
- 1.2 km
- Descent
- 1.2 km
Blatinden Skitour
Lyngen
South-facing skitour, descent not too steep, around 1200 hm uphill
Ski Touring Moderate
- Distance
- 9.4 km
- Ascent
- 1.2 km
- Descent
- 1.2 km
- Duration
- 5-6 hrs
- Low Point
- 26 m
- High Point
- 1.2 km
- Gradient
- 41˚
This is a popular ski touring route which is generally considered to be moderate. It's very remote, it features medium exposure (e2) and is typically done between January and April. From a low point of 26 m to the maximum altitude of 1.2 km, the route covers 9.4 km, 1168 vertical metres of ascent and 1164 vertical metres of descent. You'll need skins and crampons to complete it safely.
Description
South-facing skitour, descent not too steep, around 1200 hm uphill. Beware of the wind.
There is a small shelter on top.
Difficulty
Moderate
Slopes become slightly steeper at around 25-30 degrees.
Medium Exposure (E2)
As well as the slope itself, there are some obstacles (such as rock outcrops) which could aggravate injury.
Remoteness
Little chance of being seen or helped in case of an accident.
Best time to visit
Features
- Tree Skiing
- Single Descent
Equipment required
- Skins
- Crampons
Similar routes nearby
3.2 km away
Blåtinden Couloir
A nice couloir on the backside of popular touring mountain
Severe Ski Touring
- Distance
- 12 km
- Ascent
- 1.3 km
- Descent
- 1.3 km
9.2 km away
Lille Piggtinden
A beautiful peak which provides a staggering view and some wonderful open skiing.
Difficult Ski Touring
- Distance
- 6 km
- Ascent
- 955 m
- Descent
- 955 m
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Guidebooks in this area
7 routes · Ski Touring
The Ultimate Tromsø Ski Week
10 routes · Ski Touring
Classic Ski Touring Adventures in the Tromsø Region
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