Mont Fort - Backside
THE Verbier classic taking a journey a long way from the ski area. Serious skiing in a serious environment.
Severe Freeride Skiing
- Distance
- 8.5 km
- Ascent
- 58 m
- Descent
- 1.6 km
As one of the largest ski areas in Europe, Verbier exists as both a top-class ski resort and cosmopolitan get-away. This combination has drawn many a skier & snowboarder, regardless of their experience level, as well as those looking for a lively nightlife. A premiere off-piste ski area with infamous runs such as the Back-Side of Mont Fort.
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THE Verbier classic taking a journey a long way from the ski area. Serious skiing in a serious environment.
Severe Freeride Skiing
Another steep Mont-Gele classic couloir
Severe Freeride Skiing
An enjoyable line down the west facing couloir from the top of Mont Gele
Difficult Freeride Skiing
The classic N facing couloir in the shape of its name
Severe Freeride Skiing
An alternative entrance to the Vallon d'Arby with some good skiing but requires some walking
Difficult Ski Touring
A steep Verbier classic couloir
Severe Freeride Skiing
A Verbier classic requiring some walking but without great commitment
Moderate Freeride Skiing
A straightforward scenic ski in the sun with a potential great lunch stop.
Moderate Freeride Skiing
Great skiing through the "Moomin" forest
Difficult Freeride Skiing
A steep and enjoyable South facing couloir
Severe Freeride Skiing
Some steeper options from the classic James Blunt
Severe Freeride Skiing
Steep north facing couloirs from Mont Gele towards the Lac des Vaux
Difficult Freeride Skiing
The main north facing couloirs from the top of Mont Gele
Severe Freeride Skiing
Gnarly with a capital G. Perhaps second only to the Bec des Rosses for extreme lines.
Extreme Freeride Skiing
A direct line following the pylons of the Savoleyres cable car
Moderate Freeride Skiing
Slightly steeper but fun skiing in the sun from Savoleyres to Les Esserts
Difficult Freeride Skiing