Oberstdorf on 08.05.2021 | schneerudi

Snow condition

Due to the strong wind, there is little fresh snow on the surface, only hollows are filled. Descent possible up to 1100m, it will still be possible for a while at the top

Snow quality

Above 1700m a mix of powder and sleet with lots of wind. Therefore alternating hard or powder. But ok for May. Below 1700m wet snow or firn depending on the expo

When I got back down, you could hear a loud thunderclap, probably a wet snow avalanche. Ice sharks are an issue, I got smashed by one...

Overall impression

Possible by bike in the Oytal as far as the Prinzenkreuz.