Hangendgletschorn
One of the most prominent gullies in the Bernese alps
Ski Touring Extreme
- Distance
- 5.9 km
- Ascent
- 2.1 km
- Descent
- 62 m
- Duration
- 6-7 hrs
- Low Point
- 1 km
- High Point
- 3 km
- Gradient
- 49˚
This is a popular ski touring route which is generally considered to be extreme. It's not remote, it features high exposure (e3) and is typically done between February and April. From a low point of 1 km to the maximum altitude of 3 km, the route covers 5.9 km, 2050 vertical metres of ascent and 62 vertical metres of descent. It's graded 5.1 and Labande grade 6. You'll need rope, skins, ice axe, crampons and glacier kit to complete it safely.
Description
Awesome gully skiing in the beautiful urbachtal
Difficulty
Extreme
Extreme skiing terrain above 45 degrees. These routes are reserved for experienced experts.
Best time to visit
Features
- Couloir
- Ski Mountaineering
Equipment required
- Rope
- Skins
- Ice axe
- Crampons
- Glacier kit