General description
Time of the year: Ideal conditions in spring
Avalanche risk: In conditions of abundant snow, high risk all along the route!
Route description
In conditions of abundant snow, high risk all along the route!
Directions: Proceed from Plan towards the Schneidalm mountain hut and then turn right into a trough (depression). Ascend the numerous hairpin bends and then turn left through another trough leading towards Zwickauer mountain Hut (at 2,982 m). Follow the route across a sliver of the glacier, past Plan and up to a steep slope before finally reaching the summit ridge.
Descent: Same as ascent
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/Plan.
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.