Snow report Les Trois Vallees, 01/16/2016

Snow condition

After Mrs. Holle in the west gave us a good we had 25 cm of fresh snow from the valley and up to 50 cm on the mountain. about 50cm. The wind left its mark, so that differences in the individual were recognizable on the individual slopes. There were partly visible snow drift accumulations and partly blown off areas above 1900m. There was only rock contact in blown-off areas, but otherwise there was enough base for freeriding.

Snow quality

The snow was very loose and fluffy. However, the new layer was poorly bonded with the with the next layer. No difference between the exposures, at least on shady slopes.

The avalanche situation was critical, as the drift snow slopes were difficult to see and visibility was not great either. We were mostly within the tree line or just above it. No spontaneous or triggered avalanches were sighted, only explosions.

Overall impression

Despite the poor visibility, it was a very successful powder day, thanks to the decent fresh snow masses and snow quality. With better visibility, one star would certainly have been more, as the area has a lot to offer! Let's see what the next day brings!