Berchtesgaden Alps on 09.02.2025 | bergjunge

Snow condition

Cruel.... but in less structured terrain with as little tree cover as possible, you can ski due to the relatively compact layer of snow. Even after long bike rides, you usually still have to walk afterwards.

Snow quality

In the meantime, the powder has warmed up and there was a slightly hooky layer of crushed harsh snow underneath in the upper area up to where I was. You have to ski with a lot of effort, but it's ok. Where there is still snow in the lower areas, the slush is okay.

Stones, rocks and wood pose the greatest risk potential.

Overall impression

Short afternoon ride to check out the situation. It was enough for a few okay turns, so it was worth it. In the upper, sparse larch forests you can ride quite well because it's very compact there. Unfortunately, the powder has become quite warm in the meantime. If you want to do something here, you have to have the will to ski and the equipment has to be stable... ;)