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Champs Ferret - Rock Garden Access

Verbier

This is the access to the col and classic Rock Garden line. Skins are very useful.

Ski Touring Difficult

Distance
201 m
Ascent
74 m
Descent
0 m
Duration
0-1 hrs
Low Point
2.6 km
High Point
2.7 km
Gradient
29˚
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Champs Ferret - Rock Garden Access Map

This is a popular ski touring route which is generally considered to be difficult. It's very remote, it features unknown exposure and is typically done in an unknown time of year. From a low point of 2.6 km to the maximum altitude of 2.7 km, the route covers 201 m, 74 vertical metres of ascent and 0 vertical metres of descent. You'll need skins to complete it safely.

Description

This is the access to the col and classic Rock Garden line. Skins are very useful. It's not really skied - only an uphill access.

Difficulty

Difficult

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

Remoteness

3 out of 4

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

Equipment required

  • Skins

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Distance
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Ascent
41 m
Descent
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Distance
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Ascent
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Descent
569 m
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