Alpine Ski Mountaineering Vol 1 Western Alps

The Classic Haute Route, the traverse between Chamonix and Zermatt, is described in this guide, which also brings together a selection of the finest high-level ski tours in the Western Alps in areas as diverse as the Ecrins, Vanoise, Haute Maurienne, Gran Paradiso, Mt Blanc, Valais and Urner Alps.

Alpine Ski Mountaineering Vol 1 Western Alps

Author

Bill O'Connor

Cover

Paperback - PVC

Edition

First

ISBN_13

9781852843731

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Reprinting

Price

£15.00

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Front Cover (1)
Location Map (1)
Overview Maps (1)
Sample Routes (5)
Sample Photos (2)

Seasons

Generally, February/March until May. Best times vary from route to route, and are indicated in the guide.

Centres

Chamonix, Champex, Zermatt, La Berade, Bonneval-sur-Arc, Aussois, Cogne (Val d’Aosta), Verbier.

Difficulty

Ski mountaineering is a potentially dangerous activity, and should only be undertaken by those with a full understanding of the risks and with the training and experience to evaluate them.

Must See

Idyllic conditions of perfect snow, few crevasses, a track in place, and perfect clear weather!