These routes often traverse terrains of various kinds or clear signs of passage in diverse terrain (meadows, debris, rocky areas), usually marked. There might be short flat or gently sloping sections with residual snow where, in the event of a fall, sliding is halted quickly and without danger. Sometimes, these routes unfold in open terrain without trails but are not problematic, always with appropriate markings. They can traverse steep slopes where exposed sections are generally protected or secured (with cables). They might have individual passages or short sections on rock, not exposed, not tiring, or demanding, thanks to the presence of equipment (steps, pegs, cables) that, however, do not require the use of specific gear (harnesses, carabiners, etc.).