Undertaking the route is strictly at your own risk. Local conditions must be carefully observed.

Please observe the current avalanche report

Before setting out on a route, you should announce your destination and expected return time in the valley. Carrying an avalanche transceiver is strongly recommended.

Avalanche danger scale

1 (LOW)

An avalanche release is possible only with heavy additional load on very few, extreme steep slopes. Spontaneous avalanches (so-called slides) are not expected. Generally safe conditions.

2 (MODERATE)

An avalanche release is probable with heavy additional load mainly on the specified steep slopes. Larger avalanches are not expected. The snow cover is generally well consolidated except in some steep slopes. Careful route choice on the specified steep slopes and exposures.

3 (CONSIDERABLE)

An avalanche release is probable even with light additional load mainly on the specified steep slopes. Occasionally some medium, occasionally also large avalanches are possible spontaneously. The snow cover is moderately to weakly consolidated on many steep slopes. Experience in avalanche assessment is necessary. Avoid specified steep slopes and exposures if possible.

4 (HIGH)

An avalanche release is possible even with light additional load mainly on the specified steep slopes. Many medium avalanches and multiple large ones can occur. The snow cover is weakly consolidated on many steep slopes. When choosing routes, restrict to moderately steep terrain and take note of avalanche run-out zones. Extensive experience in avalanche assessment is necessary.

5 (VERY HIGH)

Numerous large avalanches, including in moderately steep terrain, are expected spontaneously. At this warning level, safe operation in ski areas is no longer possible. The snow cover is generally weakly consolidated and unstable. Avoid tours.

Ski touring rules

• Respect for nature and regulations: Observe applicable regulations during all activities in nature and when choosing your route, such as protected wildlife areas, hunting exclusion zones, reforestation areas, and information boards.
• Respect for wildlife: Respect quiet zones for wildlife, avoid feeding areas, and minimize loud noise.
• Crossing forest areas: Cross forest areas in winter preferably only on approved paths and routes. Animals react very nervously to unexpected noise.
• Behavior towards wildlife: Recognize wildlife habitats and avoid them if possible. Observe wildlife from a safe distance. Dogs must be kept on a leash; it is irresponsible to allow dogs to roam freely in winter.
• Time planning: Plan your route so that you start early enough and return before darkness. In spring, you should be back at the hut by midday to minimize avalanche danger.
• Avoidance of reforestation areas: Never travel through reforestation and young growth areas.