Piz Pian Grand (2689m)
A popular peak in the wild mountain range between Val Calanca and Val Mesolcina.
Ski Touring Moderate
- Distance
- 7.7 km
- Ascent
- 1.6 km
- Descent
- 103 m
- Duration
- 5-6 hrs
- Low Point
- 1.2 km
- High Point
- 2.7 km
- Gradient
- 42˚
This is a popular ski touring route which is generally considered to be moderate. It's remote, it features high exposure (e3) and is typically done in undefined. From a low point of 1.2 km to the maximum altitude of 2.7 km, the route covers 7.7 km, 1560 vertical metres of ascent and 103 vertical metres of descent. You'll need rope, skins, ice axe and crampons to complete it safely.
Description
For rare and fantastic views of the Val Calanca climb the Piz Pian Grand!
Sources
Difficulty
Moderate
Slopes become slightly steeper at around 25-30 degrees.
Best time to visit
Features
- Ski Mountaineering
Equipment required
- Rope
- Skins
- Ice axe
- Crampons