Hintere Schwärze

Avalanche danger scale

1 (LOW)

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

2 (MODERATE)

Avalanche release is likely at steep slopes indicated with a great additional load. Larger avalanches are not expected. The snowpack is generally well consolidated, except on some steep slopes. Careful route selection for indicated steep slopes and slope aspects.

3 (CONSIDERABLE)

Avalanche release is already likely at slight additional loads especially on the specified steep slopes. Occasionally some medium and occasionally also large avalanches are possible. The snowpack is moderately to poorly consolidated on many steep slopes. Experience in avalanche assessment is necessary. Avoid specified steep slopes and slope aspects as much as possible.

4 (HIGH)

Avalanche release is possible already with slight additional load mainly on specified steep slopes. Numerous medium and often also large avalanches occur. On many steep slopes the snowpack is weakly consolidated. Route choice should be limited to moderately steep terrain, and attention to avalanche run-out areas is required. Much experience in avalanche assessment is necessary.

5 (VERY HIGH)

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

See also at lawine.tirol.gv.at

Ski Touring Rules

• Observe applicable regulations in nature and when selecting tours (e.g., wildlife protection areas, hunting restricted zones, afforestation areas, information boards, etc.)
• Respect quiet zones for wildlife and avoid feeding areas as well as loud noise
• In winter, cross forested areas only on designated paths and routes, as animals react very panicked to untraceable noise.
• Recognize wildlife habitats and avoid animals whenever possible. Observe wildlife only from a distance. Dogs must be kept on a leash at all times; it is absolutely irresponsible to let dogs run freely in the forest during the critical winter period.
• Plan your time correctly: start early enough and return before nightfall. In spring, you should be back at the hut by midday (avalanche danger)
• Never drive through afforestation and young-growth areas.

Ötztal Tourism assumes no liability for the listed tours and recommends taking a mountain guide. Glacier crossings are only possible with a rope and in a group.

Before starting a tour, inform the valley about your destination and estimated return time. The use of an avalanche transceiver is strongly recommended.

More information about ski touring in Ötztal: https://www.oetztal.com/skitouren

Rother ski touring guide | Ötztal – Silvretta | Publisher: Tyrolia

Ötztal mountain winter / available at Vent information

Kompass #042 | Inner Ötztal and Pitztal, Gurgler Tal, Venter Tal | 1:25,000

Kompass #43 | Ötztal Alps, Ötztal, Pitztal | 1:50,000

Freytag&Bernd WK 251 | Ötztal, Pitztal, Kaunertal, Wildspitze | 1:25,000

From the hut head southwards to the Niederjochbach and continue around the northern Marzellkamm. Then ascend to the Marzellferner glacier, passing the dangerous crevasses. From about 3,150 m above sea level, leave the Mutmalspitzen behind and reach a ramp that leads steeply up to the summit ridge. From there, traverse very exposed on foot to the highest point.