Please do not go on the slopes at night!

All pistes are closed daily from 17:30 in the evening until 8:00 in the morning without restriction for slope grooming.

The snow groomers are in operation during this time, there is a danger to life! This appeal is particularly aimed at ski tourers.

Working with cable winches is a technique used in steep ski areas to prepare the slopes safely and efficiently. Here is an overview of how this method works:

Cable winches are used on very steep slopes where conventional snow groomers cannot work safely due to the slope gradient. A specially equipped snow groomer has a winch with a long, strong steel cable (sometimes up to 1,000 meters long). The cable is attached to a firmly anchored point, e.g. a steel anchor, an anchorage in the ground or a tree.

During grooming, the snow groomer moves along the rope. The winch pulls the caterpillar uphill and supports it when braking downhill. In this way, the weight of the machine is optimally distributed and the caterpillar can work on slopes with gradients of up to 100 %.

The tensioned rope poses a considerable danger:

• Barely visible: The rope is difficult to see, especially in poor lighting conditions.
• Extreme tension: A sudden break or release of the rope can release dangerous forces.
• Unpredictable movements: The rope can move quickly and injure people.

Why is caution so important?
Ski tourers or other people out on the slopes at night can easily get into the danger zone. Even if the machine is not visible, a taut wire can reach for miles.