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Little Linleu's line

Portes du Soleil

A long hike needed to get access to this line, including a long traverse with some steepness and trees.

Freeride Skiing Extreme

Distance
1.2 km
Ascent
59 m
Descent
493 m
Low Point
1.6 km
High Point
2 km
Gradient
45˚
Little Linleu's line Map

This is an long access line where the "Linleu's line" hike until the top of the Linleu summit, walk is about more than 1 hour walk. The line is steep and need another hike in top of the 1st hike where snow cover need to be carefully check due to the South exposure face as the line gets a lot of sun. Avalanche risk is pretty considerable due to the steepness and the south exposure, what can make the snow heavy or icy in the morning if the temperature is high. The second part of the line is steeper with trees which guiding the lowest section before the line finishes on the green piste "Marmotte" which leads back to "Braitaz" chairlift and 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

3 out of 4

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

Best time to visit

between January and March

Features

  • Trees
  • Walk Required

Equipment required

  • Skins

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