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canal de los gallegos

larga canal desde silla de la raca

Freeride Skiing Severe

Distance
1.2 km
Ascent
0 m
Descent
773 m
Low Point
1.5 km
High Point
2.3 km
Gradient
45˚
canal de los gallegos Map

This is a popular freeride skiing route which is generally considered to be severe. It's not remote, it features medium exposure (e2) and is typically done between January and April. From a low point of 1.5 km to the maximum altitude of 2.3 km, the route covers 1.2 km, 0 vertical metres of ascent and 773 vertical metres of descent. It's graded 3.1 and Labande grade 5.

Description

canal muy larga en orientacion sur con algun paso muy estrecho.

Difficulty

Severe

Steep skiing at 38-45 degrees. This requires very good technique and the risk of falling has serious consequences.

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

1 out of 4

Close to help in case of emergency.

Best time to visit

between January and April

Features

  • Couloir