Old snow
Avalanche prone locations
In particular in west to north to east facing aspects above approximately 2400m.
Danger description
Faceted weak layers exist in the bottom section of the snowpack. Avalanches can in some places be released by a single winter sport participant and reach dangerously large size. Whumpfing sounds and the formation of shooting cracks when stepping on the snowpack can indicate the danger. Defensive route selection is advisable.
Gliding avalanches
Small to medium-sized gliding avalanches are to be expected. This applies on sunny slopes below approximately 2400 m, and on shady slopes below approximately 2000 m.