Ötztal on 10.04.2022 | Benji_01

Snow condition

OK for the time of year at altitude, below 2,500 m very below average. Even higher up, you should always keep potential rocks in mind.

Snow quality

Still really good, set powder on wind-protected north-facing slopes. A little windblown in places, but on the whole very good. Good firn on the south side with good timing, although you have to be early here.

The danger mostly comes from the warming during the day and the risk of falling on the hard snow surface. Drifting snow was rather rare and small-scale.

Overall impression

Beautiful first day on our Ötztal crossing. The descent from Eiskögele to Langtalereckhütte is easy and offers powder snow on the first 400 meters. Below that it is firny and easy to ski.