AlpsAdventures.ch Zinal Ice Caves
Zinal
Snowshoe to Zinal Ice Cave
Snow Shoeing Moderate
- Distance
- 13 km
- Ascent
- 561 m
- Descent
- 554 m
- Duration
- 4-5 hrs
- Low Point
- 1.7 km
- High Point
- 2.1 km
- Gradient
- 28˚
This is a popular snow shoeing route which is generally considered to be moderate. It's remote, it features medium exposure (e2) and is typically done between December and April. From a low point of 1.7 km to the maximum altitude of 2.1 km, the route covers 13 km, 561 vertical metres of ascent and 554 vertical metres of descent.
Description
Zinal Ice Cave - AlpsAdventures.ch
Difficulty
Moderate
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.