Desdemona
Nederland
A two-pronged couloir in the middle of the face.
Ski Touring Extreme
- Distance
- 348 m
- Ascent
- 0 m
- Descent
- 154 m
- Duration
- 0-1 hrs
- Low Point
- 3.7 km
- High Point
- 3.9 km
- Gradient
- 45˚
This is a popular ski touring route which is generally considered to be extreme. It's remote, it features medium exposure (e2) and is typically done between May and July. From a low point of 3.7 km to the maximum altitude of 3.9 km, the route covers 348 m, 0 vertical metres of ascent and 154 vertical metres of descent. It's graded 4.2 and Labande grade 5. You'll need ice axe and crampons to complete it safely.
Description
The max angle hits the upper 40°s, and the line is topped by a cornice. It's yet another popular climbing route. Make your way to Lake Dorothy, and then find the couloir in the middle of the face that has a split up top.
Difficulty
Extreme
Extreme skiing terrain above 45 degrees. These routes are reserved for experienced experts.
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
- Alpine
- Couloir
- Ski Mountaineering
Equipment required
- Ice axe
- Crampons