Seelenkogel Ski Tour (3,475 m)

A long, challenging ski tour with a fantastic descent

Starting point: Pfelders car park

End point: Pfelders car park

Recommended season: ideal conditions in spring

Avalanche risk: When there is a lot of snow, avalanches are possible anywhere!

Refreshment points: Restaurants and inns in Pfelders

Directions

Start your ski tour at the Pfelders car park and head towards Schneid Alm Alp. From there, keep to the right and follow the terrain until you reach a hollow. Continue climbing through numerous zigzags, then head left up a gully towards Zwickauer Hütte hut (2,982 m).

The route then takes you across a glacier tongue and over a long stretch of the Planferner glacier to a steep slope. Climb this slope to reach the summit ridge.

For the descent, follow the same route as on the ascent.

Recommended equipment

Carry the necessary safety equipment, including an avalanche transceiver, avalanche shovel and probe. Depending on the route and conditions, a helmet, ski crampons and additional equipment may also be required.

Wear warm, weather-appropriate clothing and suitable ski touring equipment. Take sufficient water and food with you and plan your tour so that you return in good time, preferably before nightfall.

Arrival by car

• Coming from Meran towards the Passeiertal Valley, take the Jaufenstraße SS44 to St. Leonhard, continue towards Moos, take on the Timmelsjochstraße and continue on the SP114 to Pfelders

• Coming from the Timmelsjoch, take on the Timmelsjochstraße to Moos and continue on the SP114 to Pfelders

• Coming from the Jaufenpass towards St. Leonhard, take the Jaufenstraße SS44, continue towards Moos on the Timmelsjochstraße and continue on the SP114 to Pfelders

Paid public car park at the entrance to the village of Pfelders.

Public transport

Use our public transport services:

• Bus line 240 from Meran to Pfelders

Bus stop "Pfelders"

You can find the timetables at www.suedtirolmobil.info or on the Passeiertal app!

Author's tip

Before every ski tour, check the current weather, snow and avalanche conditions and pay attention to the regional avalanche bulletins. Choose your route according to your experience, the current conditions and your level of fitness.

Plan your ski tour carefully, taking into account the ascent route, descent, time required and any potential hazards. Stick to designated routes and observe any current closures, as well as protected and restricted areas.