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Schwarzsee to Weiss Perle

Zermatt - Breuil-Cervinia

A long flowing run to start then into a steeper couloir below.

Freeride Skiing Difficult

Distance
1.6 km
Ascent
0 m
Descent
623 m
Low Point
2 km
High Point
2.6 km
Gradient
33˚
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This line lies close to the start of the Aroleid piste. Get on the piste then turn left almost straight away, follow the flowing contours down until you cross the Kuhbodmen piste and head slowly left. You will then enter the large prominent couloir which continues down to the valley floor and the Weisse Perle piste.

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

2 out of 4

Away from help but easily accessed.

Features

  • Trees

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