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Blanchot's line

Portes du Soleil

Really steep and short entrance with a gentle finishes.

Freeride Skiing Extreme

Distance
922 m
Ascent
98 m
Descent
205 m
Low Point
1.7 km
High Point
1.9 km
Gradient
43˚
Blanchot's line Map

This is an easy access line, take the left from "Braitaz" chairlift and hike up until the first peak. This is about 15 minutes walk on the arete, entrance of the line is really steep and need some high level skills and technical requirements as the first part is a crossing over a cliff, area is a south west exposure with some rocks, remember to check the weather forecast as there is often a low snow cover on this face before heading in. Avalanche risk is pretty high due the steepness, lower part will lose some steepness and get more gentle before the line finishes on the blue slope "Blanchot (Torgon)" which leads back to "Braitaz" ski area.

Difficulty

Extreme

Extreme skiing terrain above 45 degrees. These routes are reserved for experienced experts.

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

  • Trees
  • Cliffs
  • Walk Required

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