General description
Moderately difficult ski tour
Time of the year: Throughout winter
Route description
Follow the wide track from Pfelders/Plan, in the direction of the Grünbodenhütte mountain hut. At the first bend take a right turn into the forest, before reaching the Faltschnalalm refuge on a slope above the valley. Follow the trail to the Faltschnaljoch ridge then bear left through a series of hairpin turns, which lead to the summit on the Schieferspitze in about 20 mins.
Note: The climb to the summit is steep and quite rocky.
Descent: Same as the ascent, leading down magnificent slopes and through the forest.
Source: "Skitouren und Schneeschuhwandern in Passeier" - Pub. Verlag.Passeier
Description to arrive at destination
From Meran/Merano to the Passeiertal Valley in direction of Timmelsjoch Mountain Pass until Pfelders/Plan.
Parking
Parking is available in the large car park (subject to charge) at the beginning of the village of Pfelders.
Public transport
The starting point is easy to reach with the following public connections: With bus line 240 from Meran/Merano to Pfelders/Plan.
Safety instructions
Always be informed about snow conditions and avalanche risk before setting off.
Equipment
As with any ski tour, you should always have all your ski touring equipment with you.