Vader Couloir
Nederland
Not quite as butt-puckering steep as Skywalker but much more secluded.
Ski Touring Extreme
- Distance
- 1.4 km
- Ascent
- 9 m
- Descent
- 617 m
- Duration
- 0-1 hrs
- Low Point
- 3.5 km
- High Point
- 4.1 km
- Gradient
- 45˚
Approach as for Skywalker Couloir. Once you reach the base of the aforementioned couloir, continue up the drainage climber's left, following the base of the mountain, until you reach a the next couloir. Climb this one. It winds a bit and has sections up to 55°, and will put you out not far from the summit.
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
- Single Descent
- Ski Mountaineering
Equipment required
- Ice axe
- Crampons