Packing list.

Equipment for the ski tour

Skitour zur Chamonna Tuoi im Unterengadin
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The right equipment is essential for ski tours. Here you will find a short packing list with the most important items of clothing, materials and safety equipment so that you can prepare optimally for your ski tour in the Engadine.

Safety equipment

  • Helmet
  • Avalanche transceiver (LVS)
  • Avalanche shovel
  • Avalanche probe
  • Safety kit
  • First aid kit
  • Bivouac sack
Skitour zur Chamonna Tuoi, Unterengadin

Clothing

  • Multilayer principle
    • Quick drying underwear
    • Being able to get in and out quickly and easily
    • Ascent (warm, sweating)
    • Descent (wind, cold)
  • Gloves (thinner ones for the ascent, thicker ones for the descent)
  • Hat
  • Functional socks
  • Sunglasses/glacier goggles
  • Gaiters
  • Skis
  • Ski poles
  • Energising snacks for emergencies

Ski touring backpack

  • 20 – 40 litres
  • Weatherproof
  • Easy access, even with gloves!
  • Various adjustment possibilities

Avalanche transceiver checkpoints in the Lower Engadine

You can check the transmission function of your avalanche transceiver at the avalanche transceiver checkpoints. Only a functioning avalanche transceiver, a shovel and a probe can save your life and the lives of your friends! Read the avalanche report and the weather forecast before every tour!

Please respect the wildlife rest areas and be considerate of animals and the environment.