How to best prepare for your hike:
- Plan ahead: Study maps and descriptions before your hike. Ask alpine clubs, local experts, guides, or hut keepers for advice.
- Check your gear: Before heading out, make sure you have all essentials in your backpack, including sturdy shoes with a good grip.
- Know your limits: Choose a route that matches your fitness level and give your body a few days to acclimatize.
- Safety first: Inform someone—your accommodation or friends—about your destination and always stay on marked trails.
- Beware of falling rocks: Avoid dislodging stones and quickly cross hazardous areas.
- Turn back if needed: If the weather worsens, fog sets in, or the path becomes too difficult, don’t take unnecessary risks—return safely.
- Be considerate: If you return later than expected, inform your accommodation or relatives to prevent unnecessary rescue operations.
- Respect nature: The mountains belong to everyone—keep them clean, take your waste with you, and protect plants and animals.
- Your safety comes first: Follow these guidelines for a safe and enjoyable experience.
📞 Emergency? Call 112
Provide the rescue team with the following details:
- Who is calling? Name, location, phone number
- What happened? Type of accident, time, and place
- How many injured? If possible, describe the injuries
- Weather conditions? Wind, fog, rain, or snow