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Western Oberland Traverse: Diablerets to the Gelten Hut
Day 1 of the Western Oberland Traverse, running from Diablerets to the Gelten Hut via the Arpelistock.
Difficult Ski Touring
- Distance
- 19 km
- Ascent
- 1.3 km
- Descent
- 2.3 km
les-diablerets - Pointe d'arpille - Tete du meilleret
Villars/Gryon/Les Diablerets
les-diablerets - Pointe d'arpille - Tete du meilleret
Ski Touring Moderate
- Distance
- 14 km
- Ascent
- 1.1 km
- Descent
- 1.1 km
- Duration
- 6-7 hrs
- Low Point
- 1.2 km
- High Point
- 2 km
- Gradient
- 26˚
This is a popular ski touring route which is generally considered to be moderate. It's not remote, it features medium exposure (e2) and is typically done between December and March. From a low point of 1.2 km to the maximum altitude of 2 km, the route covers 14 km, 1108 vertical metres of ascent and 1108 vertical metres of descent. You'll need skins to complete it safely.
Description
Une petite boucle au départ des Diablerets autour de la station en passant par la pointe d'arpille et ensuite rejoindre la tete de meilleret pour descendre par les pistes
Difficulty
Moderate
Slopes become slightly steeper at around 25-30 degrees.
Medium Exposure (E2)
As well as the slope itself, there are some obstacles (such as rock outcrops) which could aggravate injury.
Remoteness
Close to help in case of emergency.
Best time to visit
Equipment required
- Skins
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