Day 4: Silvretta Crossing

The last part of the 4 day crossing of the scenic Silvretta Alps from Guarda in Lower Engadine to Klosters in the Prättigau.

Also in Tirol, Austria • Vorarlberg, Austria

Ski Touring Moderate

Distance: 18 km
Ascent: 916 m
Descent: 2.1 km
Duration: 6-7 hrs

Low Point: 1.3 km
High Point: 3.1 km
Gradient: 28˚

Program: 'Today, our goal is the highest Swiss mountain, the Dufourspitze, 4,633 meters. Starting out early in the morning, you will climb over the Monte Rosa Glacier up to the start of the west ridge, where you will leave your skis. You will then continue from here to the summit. The run down is long, beautiful and unforgettable. (Distance: 6.5 km; Hiking time: 5 hours. Ascent: 1,750 vertical meters).The route will take you over the Ochsental Glacier to the final summit, the Egghorn at 3,147 meters, offering an amazing view over to the Silvrettahorn and Piz Buin. Followed by a long and fast descent into the Verstancla valley, to Monbiel and Klosters. (Distance: 4 km, Hiking time: 3 hours, Ascent: 850 vertical meters).' (https://www.mammutalpineschool.com/en/skitour-silvretta-durchquerung/?cache-refresh=1).