Brandnertal / Rätikon on 12.02.2023 | hippski

Snow condition

Sufficient snow conditions for tours in the Rätikon. But generally really little snow for mid-February. Above the tree line it gets thin and descents into the valley are only possible on forest paths.

Snow quality

Everything is there - powder only in higher, shady areas (> approx. 1,700 m). Sunny areas are now crushed harsh snow, deeper then slush

First wet snow slides and avalanches from steep southern slopes due to warming and radiation

Overall impression

Fantastic day - but the quality of the snow is slowly starting to deteriorate with warmth and sunshine.