Gaiteraid
Nederland
Basically the part of Snow Lion that doesn't melt out through the summer.
Ski Touring Severe
- Distance
- 752 m
- Ascent
- 0 m
- Descent
- 309 m
- Duration
- 0-1 hrs
- Low Point
- 3.6 km
- High Point
- 3.9 km
- Gradient
- 34˚
This is a popular ski touring route which is generally considered to be severe. It's very remote, it features low exposure (e1) and is typically done between May and July. From a low point of 3.6 km to the maximum altitude of 3.9 km, the route covers 752 m, 0 vertical metres of ascent and 309 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
Use the same approach as for Snow Lion. This is the wide slope on the south side of the drainage that holds snow until mid-summer.
Difficulty
Severe
Steep skiing at 38-45 degrees. This requires very good technique and the risk of falling has serious consequences.
Low Exposure (E1)
Exposure is limited to that of the slope itself. Getting hurt is still likely if the slope is steep and/or the snow is hard.
Remoteness
Little chance of being seen or helped in case of an accident.
Best time to visit
Features
- Face
- Alpine
- Single Descent
- Ski Mountaineering
Equipment required
- Ice axe
- Crampons