Tête de Ferret

Tête de Ferret: Par la Dotse

Ski Touring Difficult

Distance: 12 km
Ascent: 1.2 km
Descent: 1.2 km
Duration: 6-7 hrs

Low Point: 1.6 km
High Point: 2.7 km
Gradient: 39˚

A peak on the border with Italy in the form of a truncated pyramid, which you see as soon as you enter Val Ferret. From the top you have a view to SE of the Italian Val Ferret and the Mont Blanc massif. Towards E there are Mont Vélan and Grand Combin, which invite to further tours.

Difficulty

Difficult

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

Medium Exposure (E2)

As well as the slope itself, there are some obstacles (such as rock outcrops) which could aggravate injury.

Remoteness

Away from help but easily accessed.

Best time to visit

Features

Equipment required

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