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95 Triftji direct

The Mischabel Range

Zermatt - Breuil-Cervinia

Alternative route after Triftji which requires a hike at the end

Freeride Skiing Difficult

Distance
1.7 km
Ascent
7 m
Descent
411 m
Low Point
2.3 km
High Point
2.7 km
Gradient
35˚
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This is a popular freeride skiing route which is generally considered to be difficult. It's very remote, it features medium exposure (e2) and is typically done in an unknown time of year. From a low point of 2.3 km to the maximum altitude of 2.7 km, the route covers 1.7 km, 7 vertical metres of ascent and 411 vertical metres of descent. It's graded 2.2 and Labande grade 3.

Description

From the bottom of the Triftji t-bar continue on directly along the fall line to roll down the glacial moraine and then traverse left near the bottom (higher if the snow cover is poor) back to Grünsee.

Difficulty

Difficult

Serious gradient of 30-38 degrees where a real risk of slipping exists.

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

3 out of 4

Little chance of being seen or helped in case of an accident.

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