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1. healthy and fit in the mountains
Good fitness through regular endurance and strength training. Make sure you have power reserves for the descent.
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Good fitness through regular endurance and strength training. Make sure you have power reserves for the descent.
Learn morePay particular attention to the weather forecast, as cold, wind and poor visibility greatly increase the risk of accidents. Plan alternative routes and checkpoints.
Learn moreStandard emergency equipment includes an avalanche transceiver, shovel and probe, first aid kit, bivouac sack, mobile phone (Euro emergency number 112) and an airbag system.
Find out in detail about the avalanche danger before the tour! How high is the danger level, where are the danger spots, what are the current avalanche problems?
Learn moreTherefore, base your decisions on strategic methods of risk assessment (reduction methods) and pay attention to danger signs in the terrain.
Learn moreIt is important to know how to use a map, altimeter, compass, app or GPS. Drinking, eating and breaks are necessary to maintain performance and concentration.
Distances serve to relieve the snow cover and limit damage. Clearance distances of 10 metres when ascending steep slopes also increase comfort when making hairpin bends. When descending, always keep a distance of at least 30 metres and ski very steep slopes individually.
Falls on the descent are the most common cause of accidents on ski tours. They place a great deal of additional stress on the snow cover.
Small groups (up to 6 people) increase safety. Communication with other winter sports enthusiasts and mutual consideration prevent dangerous situations.
Be considerate of wild animals, respect protected areas and do not enter afforested areas. Form car pools or use public transport to get there.
Learn moreThe following equipment is essential for safe ski touring and freeriding in Tyrol:
This equipment increases safety in open terrain and should always be carried.
Current avalanche reports for Tyrol are available on the website of the Tyrol Avalanche Warning Service. Information on avalanche danger, danger levels and weather conditions is provided there daily. The "Avalanche Tirol" app for mobile devices also offers up-to-date warnings and helpful functions for when you're out and about.
Numerous courses and workshops are offered in Tyrol that teach safe ski touring and freeriding. These include topics such as terrain awareness, interpretation of avalanche reports, use of digital tools in avalanche awareness as well as behaviour in the terrain and in emergencies. Providers such as the Alpine Club and local mountain guide associations offer corresponding training courses.
