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Ski Touring in the Dranse Valley
Pointe de Ressachaux - 2173m
Ascent: The tour starts at the Avoriaz round about of Udrezants. Head up the large couloir to the right. When the climb becomes steeper, take the trail leading up to the left into the trees. The trail then climbs into a small glen heading into the Apliot pasture. Shortly after, the Ressachaux crest is visible and continue to the summit. The summit of the couloir is often windblown.
Descent: The descent is by the same route or by the SW face. For the SW descent, keep right to avoid the rocks. Then ski down to the left into the glen and follow the original ascent.
Time of Year: Jan to March
Time: 5 h total
Difficulty: AD
Altitude gain: Up: 1159m; Down: 1159mHeader...
La Berte - 2406
Ascent: The trail is accessed by the parking of Erigne in the direction of the Vallée de la Dranse de la Manche from Morzine. Follow the trail marked Chalet des Mines d'Or/Col de Coux. At the crossroad take a right and shortly after take the trail that climbs into the forest leading towards the chalets de Freterolle. The Bertes becomes visible from the field above. Cross the river and head towards the crest to the right. The climb to the summit is quite gentle.
Descent: Same route. If there is not enough snow in the forest, it's best to head towards the chalets des Mines d'Or.
Time of Year: December to April
Time: 3h30 - 4h hours total
Difficulty: F
Altitude gain: Up: 806m; Down: 806m
Books recommended : Ski De Randonnée Haute Savoie Mont Blanc by François Labande