Piz Lunghin

Difficult
11.2 km
4:00 h
970 mhd
970 mhd
Piz Lunghin
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Ski touring route from Maloja, past Lake Lunghin to Piz Lunghin, from where you have a beautiful view on the Engadin lakes.
Technique 4/6
Fitness 5/6
Highest Point  2765 m
Lowest Point  1800 m
Best Season
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Start
Maloja
Destination
Maloja
Coordinates
46.408932, 9.704362

Details

Description

From the car park in Maloja Capolago or Maloja Posta, follow the summer trail to Lake Lunghin. From the lake, head west-southwest to the Lunghin Pass.
From the pass, continue southeast to a saddle (you may have to leave your skis here). Then over a steep step to the summit ridge and from there, depending on the conditions, over the ridge which becomes steep at the end or the last metres through the very steep north slope to the summit (2780m).
Downhill as ascent.

Geheimtipp

  • If you have any doubts, never trust existing tracks; they are no guarantee of avalanche safety.
  • Check the avalanche transceiver before every ascent/descent.
  • Bring a backpack with snow shovel, avalanche probe and first aid kit.
  • Be aware of possible weather changes.
  • Never "ride" alone! Always watch each other and be ready to react!
  • Respect wildlife rest areas!

Sicherheitshinweis

Before starting, consult the avalanche bulletin and the weather forecast

Ausrüstung

Equipment can be rented from the local sports shop "Giacometti Sport, Maloja

Directions

From the parking lot in Maloja Capolago or Maloja Posta, follow the summer path to Lake Lunghin. From the lake, head west-southwest to the Lunghin Pass. From the pass, continue south-east into a notch (you may want to deposit your skis here). Then over a steep step to the summit ridge and from there, depending on the conditions, over the ridge that becomes steep at the end or the last meters through the very steep northern slope to the summit (2780 m). Descent as well as ascent.

Directions

Parking

Parking Maloja Capolago, Maloja Posta

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