Ski Touring
Highlights
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The ski tour on the Chilchalphorn is particularly recommended in powder or firn, except for the summit slope quite safe from avalanches, hilly ...
This round tour takes you through the snow up to an altitude of over 1,600 m and then rapidly back on skis to the valley station of the ...
Scenic, but exhausting and demanding ski tour in the heart of the Ötztal Alps, safe conditions necessary, overnight stay in the Hochjoch-Hospiz
Brilliant descents and exposed summit ridges for fit ski mountaineers in the unique mountain scenery of the Bergell Alps
Hut access to the Winnebachseehüttte and onward way to the Western Geißlehnscharte, perfect as an addition to the hut access with a beautiful, long ...
A relatively easy and scenic tour on the Fluelapass.
Great alternative to the direct descent into the valley, where you climb another summit, easy climbing to the summit, short steep gully on the descent
Long, persistent ski tour on a great and high panoramic mountain, which is much less visited than its famous neighbor, the Piz Buin (3312 m), ...
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All regions
- Andorra 7 ski tours
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- United States of America 5 ski tours
What is ski touring?
Ski touring is a fascinating natural sport from the early days of alpinism, which has become very popular again in recent years. Independent and far away from crowded slopes, the mountains offer a refuge.
You ascend the summit through your own strength, doing so you need quite a lot of endurance and knowledge of snow conditions. Descending into the valley away from groomed slopes is – unlike mountaineering – an important part of ski touring.
More and more ski resorts are adapting to the special needs of ski tourers. And that is why not only routes in open terrain but also near the slopes are becoming increasingly popular.
As the popularity of ski touring on slopes increases, conflicts with alpine skiers, snowboarders and lift operators ...
Technique
Enjoying the peace and quiet far from the slopes also means there are no comfortable transport facilities to the summit. The ascent, therefore, requires a certain level of fitness. If you want to move in difficult terrain, surefootedness is essential. On steep slopes, it is also recommended to master the kick turn.
If you are a good alpine skier, you can also go on a ski tour. However, deep-snow skiing differs from alpine skiing. Keep your mobile, neutral basic position. Bring your legs close together to increase the contact surface. Avoid leaning back to keep control over your skis. Distribute your weight evenly on both legs and don't put too much weight on the outer ski to avoid sinking into deep snow.
Ski touring equipment
The right material can be decisive for the full enjoyment of ski touring. Indispensable for a ski tour are touring bindings, touring ski boots, touring skis with skins and telescopic poles with large plates.
For your safety, you should not do without an avalanche beacon and a helmet for the downhill run, these should be standard equipment. Breathable, multi-layer clothing protects you both on the ascent and descent.
Avalanche warning
Before you go on a ski tour, you should be sure to check the current avalanche warning level. The avalanche situation report consists of three important core pieces of information:
How dangerous is it today?
Indication of the danger level from 1 to 5 (if the danger level is 4 or 5, the tour has to be canceled!)
Where are the danger spots today?
Indication of the danger zones in the avalanche situation report according to altitude level, exposure and terrain type with steepness and slope form (e.g. gullies, syncline, sunny slopes)
What is the cause of a possible avalanche triggering today?
Information on the type and cause of the hazard as well as the generally necessary additional risk for triggering an avalanche; The types of hazards are, for example, dry or wet snow slabs or loose snow avalanches; possible causes include drifting snow. The information on the additional risk indicates whether a danger zone is to be crossed individually or whether self-triggering is to be expected.
Trips in the Alpine regions require a high level of preparation. In order to enjoy your outdoor activities as safely as ...
Nature awareness & ski touring
No question: Touring through the untouched snowy landscape is a lot of fun and for many winter sports enthusiasts more ...