Freeridingat Passo del Tonale
FreerideDuration 1.3 h
Distance 7.7 km
Ascend 74 hm
Descent 1176 hm
Max. height 2984 m
Freeridingat Passo del Tonale - Description
Off-piste descents such as “Il Cantiere” (the Building Site) or the “Canale del Diavolo” (The Devil’s Channel), to name but a few, attract free-ride aficionados from across Europe.
A typical day’s skiing would usually start off with a warm-up descent along the Vescasa off-piste route which can be reached with the Alpino chairlift (southern exposure). This would be followed by a second descent down the narrow valley of the “Il Cantiere” which can be reached with the ski-lift facilities of the Presena glacier and the day would be topped off with a final, and steeper, descent down the “Canale del Diavolo” gully which can also be reached from the facilies of the Presena glacier after a 10 minute uphill hike (a climb of about 80 metres).
Directions
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Start
From the car park of the Paradiso cable car station in Passo del Tonale (2,984 m a.s.l.)
There are plenty of beautiful and recommended routes but here we’ve decided to go for what is probably the most classic of the descents: the legendary “Il Cantiere”.
Access to this route is extremely simple as it lies just a few dozen metres from the upper station of the Presena cableway.
The first stretch is probably the steepest (30°) and requires some extra attention but from then on just follow the contours of the snow and the gentler slopes while avoiding the steep walls of the narrow valley.
At the bottom of the slope you’ll have to cross about 300 metres of level terrain, maybe helping yourself along with your ski poles every now and again, to reach the return track (an old military road) which will take you as far as the tunnel (he you must remove your skis as ice tends to form inside) which leads back to Passo del Tonale. -
end point
Back at the car park of the Paradiso cable car station in Passo del Tonale
required equipment
For all off-piste skiing activities, the proper apparel is strongly recommended. Skiers must bear in mind that temperatures can dip quickly and garments should also be suitable for snowy conditions (such as waterproof Gore-Tex jackets). Furthermore, gloves, cap, sun glasses and sun cream should also form part of every off-piste skier’s basic gear. It’s also important to bear in mind that tight fitting or insufficiently waterproof ski boots can cause frostbite. It’s also COMPULSARY to carry with you an avalanche rescue kit consisting of avalanche transceiver, probe and shovel (this is also available for rent). A suitable helmet and other safety equipment are also strongly recommended (avalanche airbags etc.).
Tips for the tour
“Freeride in Lombardia” byP.MarazziandG.Bordoni, ed.Versante Sud 2010. Map“Adamello-Presanella”by 4Land, scale1:25.000, table no.138.
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Directions
self-arranged arrival
Follow the entire Val di Sole as far as Passo del Tonale and then leave your car in the large carpark on your left from where the ski-lift facilities for the Presena glacier depart.
Plenty of parking available.
public transport
Public transport is available
http://www.pontedilegnotonale.com/IT/Ski_Bus/
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