Snow report Central Switzerland, 11/30/2021

Snow condition

absolutely great snow conditions for the beginning of winter in central Switzerland. We don't dare to go into the dense forest yet, and despite the pillowline, you usually don't touch any stones on open terrain. however, small contacts without major loss of equipment are possible due to the early season.

Snow quality

uiuiuu fresh 30cm of powder, very loose at the top at 1900m, not connected. in the expo mostly untouched by wind influence. Ground already solidified, on summits maybe stone/bush contact possible.

There is a high avalanche risk in parts of central Switzerland above 2400m, which is why we are staying strictly below 30° today and avoiding ridges and slopes close to ridges. Even 30° is still great fun!!! As the day progresses, the wind intensity increases considerably. We break off at 2 pm.

Overall impression

ohlala! what a day! Weighing up the risks wasn't easy today... But in the end we found a great slope with forest, contrasts, pillows and 30°. As there's no one else on the trail, one slope or the same descent from 1900m to 1100m is enough. Snow on our faces included :))) What a way to start the season! Outlook for the next few days: oho unfortunately the snow is falling with a lot of wind, it remains dangerous and the choice of tour/slope should be carefully considered.