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Balandrau

Balandrau ski touring

Ski Touring Moderate

Distance
12 km
Ascent
1.1 km
Descent
1.1 km
Duration
5-6 hrs
Low Point
1.8 km
High Point
2.6 km
Gradient
36˚
Balandrau Map

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 November and April. From a low point of 1.8 km to the maximum altitude of 2.6 km, the route covers 12 km, 1075 vertical metres of ascent and 1073 vertical metres of descent. It's graded 1.1 and Labande grade 2. You'll need skins to complete it safely.

Description

Tipical rout to climbing Balandrau mountanin

Difficulty

Moderate

Slopes become slightly steeper at around 25-30 degrees.

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

3 out of 4

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

Best time to visit

between November and April

Features

  • Ski Mountaineering

Equipment required

  • Skins