Snow report Erciyes Dagi, 03/18/2026

Snow condition

In two independent profiles at around 3100 meters each, the probe had no contact with the ground. However, this only applies to (steep northern slopes). In flatter terrain and on other exposures it is typical for the volcanic terrain and the rising temperatures less snow to partially bare. Just don't drive there ;)

Snow quality

As you would expect from a volcano in the middle of the country, the wind is strong, which is why the first meter of snow cover (on northern slopes) is difficult to penetrate, even with a shovel and twice the manpower. Accordingly, it is almost like skiing on a piste (at least on steeper, higher north-facing slopes). In the ski area, it is very slow slush.

There were no danger signs on the slope we actually skied. In another arm of the volcano (further west and exposed to the east) a snow profile showed an ECTP12 at 40cm. Accordingly, the slope should be chosen carefully, even if there are no typical danger signs almost everywhere.

Overall impression

A snow profile the day before thwarted our summit ambitions (in some very steep and exposed terrain). Nevertheless, we tried it the next day in glorious weather on more north-facing slopes and were rewarded after a successful profile with two wonderful freeride descents, which could also be skied on piste skis but had incredible views of the Erciyes.