Snow report Upper Black Forest, 01/06/2021

Snow condition

Overnight, there was record-breaking snowfall of up to 5 cm as far as the Rhine. Instead of starting right from the front door, this time we headed towards the south side of Belchen. The start was at about 800 meters. Snow depth approx. 15-20 cm. The amount of fresh snow on the mountain felt less than in the valley, where it had probably accumulated a little.

Snow quality

So-so at the bottom, so-so at the top. I didn't get really high today. But it gets better with every meter of altitude and is still a lot of fun. Even Junior had far fewer problems downhill today than on the last tour and is already looking forward to the next one.

The fresh snow has fallen with little wind. Overall, the snow has settled well and makes a stable impression. As my son was with me, I was only out on absolutely uncritical terrain today.

Overall impression

An old Alemannic proverb says: In a good winter, there can't be a day without a conditions report from the Black Forest.
If no one else twitches, then I'll stop :)

Not a spectacular tour, but hey...it's just fun to show the youngsters the world away from the lifts and to see them having fun. It goes up at a snail's pace and they nibble from every tree on which there is snow (i.e. every tree :) ) ... a wonderful way to slow down on a public holiday.