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It is a ski map that shows the locations of slopes and trails for downhill skiing, as well as areas that are "off-piste," or ungroomed and therefore possibly dangerous but not restricted. "Piste" is the French word for ski slope.

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Symbol for a difficult ski run?

Black on the piste map.


What is off piste or on piste?

This only couts in skiing or snowboarding, but the term 'off piste' refers to the snow or area of the mountain which is not marked as an official slope or route in a ski resort. Therefore this could be deeper snow down a different course on a mountain which is not as popular and is not counted as a proper route. On piste is where it is a regular run or route down a mountain in snow sports, which would be marked on a map and have access to for the public. These include green, blue, red and black runs.


What is the longest black ski run in the world?

The longest black piste in in the whole world is the Sarenne piste in Alpe d'Huez. It's on the piste map (from the Alpe d'Huez home page) stated as 19 km but on the Alpe d'Huez home page it says 16 km so the actual length is a bit unclear. It can be noted that last part of the piste (which is several kilometers) after coming down to the bottom of the Sarenne gorge is more transport than black.


What is the difference between a ski-piste and a ski-route?

A ski piste is groomed by a piste basher and is marked by poles either side of the run. A ski route is not groomed by a piste basher and usually has poles down the centre of the run.


What are the key differences between skiing on a piste and skiing off-piste?

Skiing on a piste involves skiing on a marked and groomed trail, while skiing off-piste means skiing on ungroomed and unmarked terrain. Off-piste skiing is typically more challenging and requires advanced skills due to the variable snow conditions and potential hazards.


What are the key differences between skiing on piste and skiing off piste?

Skiing on piste refers to skiing on marked and groomed trails, while skiing off piste involves skiing in unmarked and ungroomed terrain. Off piste skiing is typically more challenging and requires advanced skills due to variable snow conditions and potential hazards like avalanches. On piste skiing is generally safer and more suitable for beginners and intermediate skiers.


When was Sur la piste du Marsupilami created?

Sur la piste du Marsupilami was created in 2012.


When was Sur la piste des Dalton created?

Sur la piste des Dalton was created in 1962.


When was Sur la piste de Fawcett created?

Sur la piste de Fawcett was created in 1954.


What is the duration of Sur la piste du Marsupilami?

The duration of Sur la piste du Marsupilami is 3.42 hours.


How do you pronounce piste?

peaced


Track in french?

une piste