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Piz Minor

Really cool south face to ski down

Ski Touring Moderate

Distance
12 km
Ascent
1.2 km
Descent
1.2 km
Duration
6-7 hrs
Low Point
2.1 km
High Point
3 km
Gradient
34˚
Piz Minor Map

This is a popular ski touring route which is generally considered to be moderate. It's remote, it features medium exposure (e2) and is typically done between January and March. From a low point of 2.1 km to the maximum altitude of 3 km, the route covers 12 km, 1205 vertical metres of ascent and 1202 vertical metres of descent. It's graded 2.3 and Labande grade 3. You'll need skins to complete it safely.

Description

Nothing special going up, cool face to come down

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

2 out of 4

Away from help but easily accessed.

Best time to visit

between January and March

Features

  • Face
  • Alpine

Equipment required

  • Skins

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