The routes

This is a great descent along the SW face of the Aiguille Grive. It is extremely varied since after the initial open slope a steep narrow gully is reached. Even though this is not an extreme descent, pay particular attention...

Couloir en S is the most difficult and demanding descent proposed in this small selection of itineraries. This gully stretches down the entire NE face of the Aig. Rouges and opens up onto the easier angled slopes of the Grand...

This is one of the most popular and spectacular itineraries, thanks to an easy ascent and breathtaking scenery. It crosses a large, isolated area and requires a substantial layer of snow.

This descent is both demanding and exposed and should be attempted only by excellent skiers. A rope, ice axe & screws may be useful if the north face is icy. Wait for ideal conditions in spring when the snow has...

This is a classic and justifiably popular descent. Eventhough it is close to the lifts it feels isolated and the snow is often excellent.

When there's no fresh snow left on the slopes near the lifts then head for Col du Montets. Although the approach takes 40-50 minutes, the view and isolation make the effort worthwhile.

This is one of the mega classics and as a result extremely popular. Away from the main descent however, there are many interesting alternatives worth discovering.

This mountain should be situated in every skiing resort in the world as it is easily reached by chairlift and each of its faces can be skied on. Those new to Zürs immediately notice the untracked (in the morning) slopes...

This is an alternative for snowboard freaks and recommended only for expert skiers who have a very good head for heights. The snow must be particularly stable since the descent is on the lee slope of an enormous cornice of...

If in the morning the sun is shining and fresh snow has fallen it's worth "attacking" east facing slopes such as those close to the Mittagspitze, visible from the Madloch chairlift.

Classic spring outing, both famous and highly popular. The obvious and even-angled slope totals 700m height gain and, since it faces north, can often be climbed as late as May when the snow has long melted at the lakes down...

Located at the end of Val Resia, the highly spectacular Babe peaks close off the entire Canin mountain range to the south. This itinerary ascends the gully between Baba Grande and Slebe, before ascending up the east slopes of Baba...

Possibly the most classic ski mountaineering intinerary in the Sella Nevea ski area. It is highly popular despite the ascent up the long valley which is both physically demanding and requires perseverance. The descent, often on excellent snow, runs down...

Easy itinerary in a beautiful setting with fantastic view from the summit onto Gran Zebrù and Ortles.

A classic, long itinerary. Although the ascent is not particularly demanding, the vertical height gain is considerable.

One of the most popular, classic outings in this glacial environment. A long itinerary with significant height gain.