The best winter tips for every explorer region

Cross-country skiing expert Martin from the alpinzeit cross-country skiing school will take you on the most beautiful trails in Umhausen and Niederthai in Tyrol's Ötztal Valley. It starts at the Explorer Hotel Ötztal in Umhausen, from where it's just a 10-minute drive to the cross-country skiing center in Niederthai. Our cross-country skiing tour starts there on the sunny Niederthai plateau and leads you on beautifully groomed trails via Überfeld and Ennebach out of the center toward the Horlachtal Valley and Larstig.

Joachim from the Alpinzeit ski school in Ötztal will take you to the famous Sölden ski area and show you these highlights: the BIG3 platforms and the longest run, the "Schwarze Schneid." Ski instructor Joachim welcomes you from the Explorer Hotel Ötztal in Umhausen. At the Explorer Wall, he will show you the itinerary for a day of skiing in Sölden. Facts about the Sölden ski area: - 144 kilometers of slopes for skiing - 31 lifts - 33 huts in the ski area - 3 three-thousand-meter peaks in the ski area (BIG3) The Giggijochbahn cable car takes you into the Sölden ski area. Once you reach the top of the Giggijoch, you continue on a chairlift. Here you'll find the Funslope – a real highlight for families. The ski instructor from the Alpinzeit ski school will ski down the slope to the Roßkirplbahn cable car. The Roßkirplbahn cable car takes you back up to the Hainbachjoch at 2,744 meters, the highest peak in the Giggijoch ski area. The view of the high alpine mountains of the Ötztal from the Hainbachjoch is breathtaking. Then you descend again on the slopes to the Silberbrünnlbahn cable car. Joachim makes his way to the first viewing point of the BIG3, the Gaislachkogl. At the top station of the Silberbrünnlbahn cable car is the Rotkogelhütte or Rotkogeljochhütte – one of 33 refreshment stops in the Sölden ski area. The Rettenbach Glacier is in the background. The route continues towards the Gaislachkogl, past the Gampe Thaya. The Stabelebahn cable car takes you up to 2,394 meters. From the Stabelebahn, Joachim descends to the Gaislachkogl cable car. The Gaislachkogl cable car takes you up to the Gaislachkogl, the first viewing platform of the BIG3. This is where the ICE Q Restaurant in Sölden and the 007 Elements are located. Scenes from the James Bond film "SPECTRE" were filmed in Sölden. For those who don't want to ski on the regular slopes, there's a freeride checkpoint. Here you'll find equipment and all the information you need for freeriding. The ski instructor heads to the next BIG3 platform, the Schwarzen Schneid. The "Golden Gate" Glacier Express takes you up. From the Glacier Express, you can see the World Cup slope on the Rettenbach Glacier's World Cup slope. The World Cup slope is the steepest slope in the Sölden ski area. Once at the Rettenbach Glacier, the ski instructor takes a short break from skiing. Joachim is now at the Schwarzen Schneid, the next BIG3 viewpoint. From the Schwarzen Schneid, the route goes through the Glacier Ski Tunnel to the Tiefenbach Glacier. After the Glacier Ski Tunnel, Joachim travels to the Tiefenbachbahn valley station. The Tiefenbachbahn cable car takes you up to Tiefenbachkogl. The ski instructor has now reached the last BIG3. The view from Tiefenbachkogl is breathtaking. From the BIG3 viewing platform, you can see the Wildspitze, the highest mountain in the Ötztal. Finally, Joachim will show you the longest run, the "Schwarze Schneid," at 15 km. You'll ski from the BIG 3 platform, Schwarze Schneid (3,340 m), down into the valley at 1,368 m. Joachim has returned to the base station of the Giggijochbahn cable car. Sölden is a ski resort for everyone. Everyone will find something to their liking in Sölden, whether you're a beginner, an advanced skier, a family, or a freerider.

Betti will take you to the KitzSki ski area in Kitzbühel and show you the cool slopes in one of Austria's best ski resorts during her piste check. After Betti has prepared your skis at the workbench in the Ski Area at the Explorer Hotel Kitzbühel in St. Johann, you'll head off to the ski area between the Kitzbüheler Horn and Wilder Kaiser mountains in Tyrol. The Hahnenkamm cable car takes you from Kitzbühel up to the ski area, where the start house for the famous Hahnenkamm race on the Streif awaits you at the mountain station. Here's a quick fact check on the KitzSki ski area in Tyrol: ◾ 188 kilometers of slopes ◾ 56 lifts ◾ 800 - 2000 meters of elevation ◾ Open from November to the end of April ◾ Slopes for every difficulty level ◾ Many huts & ski schools Once you arrive at Pengelstein, Betti takes the 3S cable car to the other side of the ski area to Wurzhöhe and then continues towards Breitmoos. Here, too, you can discover perfectly groomed slopes with a stunning mountain panorama. Please stay on the slopes unless you have the necessary knowledge and equipment to ski in deep snow. Breitmoos is also the end of the world's longest ski circuit, the KitzSkiWelt Tour. This is 88 km long and runs from Going to Mittersill. Finally, Betti dares to take on the Streif, where the famous Hahnenkamm race takes place. This run is 3 km long and has a gradient of up to 85%. Back at the Explorer Hotel, the lounge is the perfect place to relax and plan the next day of skiing in the surrounding Tyrolean ski resorts of Wilder Kaiser, St. Johann in Tirol, or Saalbach-Hinterglemm.

Skiing on the Kitzbüheler Horn: Ski instructor Flo takes you to the St. Johann in Tirol ski area and checks out the slopes! Ski instructor Flo welcomes you from the Explorer Hotel Kitzbühel in St. Johann in Tirol. He has stored his skis in the heated sports locker overnight. After a varied breakfast, the ski instructor prepares your skis at the workbench in the Explorer Lounge, and then your day of skiing begins. It all starts at the Harschbichl valley station. The cable car is just a few minutes' walk away, or you can take the ski bus, which departs directly from the Explorer Hotel Kitzbühel in St. Johann in Tirol. The Harschbichl cable car, with a view of the Wilder Kaiser, takes you up to the Harschbichl, below the Kitzbüheler Horn. Reaching an elevation of just under 1,600 meters, Flo tries out the first slope towards Eichenhof. A slope with two options for skiing: either towards the Jodlalm chairlift or down into the valley to Eichenhof. From Eichenhof, it's back up again. The ski area has 9 lifts, extends across the towns of St. Johann, Eichenhof, and Oberndorf, offers 40 kilometers of slopes, and 18 different places to stop for refreshments. The St. Johann in Tirol ski area is located on the snow-sure side of the Kitzbüheler Horn in the Kitzbühel Alps. With a stunning view of the Wilder Kaiser in the Kitzbühel Alps, Flo skis down the next slope to the Jodlalm chairlift. The Jodlalm chairlift takes you back up and they try out slope 5 to St. Johann. The ski instructor stops at the Harschbichlalm for lunch. Afterwards, you head down the red slope 6. The Penzing chairlift takes you back up. By the way, you can not only ski in the St. Johann in Tirol ski area, but also go ski touring. For this, there's the Dynafit Ski Touring Park with three signposted routes. Once at the top, Flo tests out the black piste 7. The piste is significantly steeper than the previous runs. With a view of the Wilder Kaiser, the descent continues towards Oberndorf. Flo summarizes his experience of the St. Johann in Tirol ski area. Skiing in the St. Johann ski area is ideal for families, as it has predominantly blue and red slopes. For a challenging ski experience, there's the black piste 7.

Marius takes you on a piste check in the Zillertal Arena in Tyrol and shows you which cool runs await you in the largest ski area in the Zillertal during your ski vacation. Have you ever been skiing in the Zillertal? If so, please tell us where in the comments and share your insider tips with us. After a hearty sports breakfast at the Explorer Hotel Zillertal in Kaltenbach, it's off to ski in the Zillertal Arena, where Marius takes the Karspitzbahn cable car into the ski area. Once at the top, he sets off towards the Übergangsjoch on the perfectly groomed slopes and with a fantastic view of the Zillertal mountain panorama. Here's an overview of the Zillertal Arena for you: ◾ 147 kilometers of slopes ◾ 52 lifts ◾ Elevation: 600-2,500 m ◾ Spread across the towns of Zell im Zillertal, Gerlos, Königsleiten, and Krimml This ski area in Tyrol is ideal for families thanks to several children's areas, but freestylers and freeriders will also get their money's worth in the parks. With the Zillertal Super Ski Pass, you can not only ski in the Zillertal Arena, but also take a detour to the Mayrhofen, Hintertux, or Hochzillertal ski areas. Once you reach the highest point in the Übergangsjoch, you can either ski down to the mountaineering village of Gerlos at 1,300 m or continue your tour to Königsleiten. Marius chooses the route to the Königsleiten peak, alternating between forests and high alpine areas, before taking the valley run down to Königsleiten. Once at the top at 2,300 m, the YouTuber is treated to a fantastic panorama of the mountains towards Hochkrimml and the Gerlosplatte, which are also part of the Zillertal Arena. After a stop in the mountain village of Königsleiten, the cable car takes you back up to the Königsleiten peak before the final descent back to Gerlos and Zell am Ziller begins. Once you reach the Isskogel at 2,283 m, Marius takes you to the viewing platform. He also has a tip for you: With the Arena Tour, you can travel through the entire Zillertal Arena ski area, from Zell am Ziller via Gerlos to Königsleiten and Hochkrimml, meaning you won't miss a thing on your ski vacation. The conclusion of the slope check in the Zillertal Arena in Austria: The ski area, which stretches across four resorts, offers a wide range of skiing options and plenty of fun. Sporty skiers will find their money's worth on long, wide, and steep slopes with excellent grooming, while beginners and children will also find the perfect conditions for a family day of skiing. At the end of a strenuous day of skiing, the Explorer Lounge with delicious snacks and the Sport Spa are the perfect place to relax.

Markus Kröll takes you on an easy ski tour to the Rastkogel near Mayrhofen in the Zillertal Valley. The Rastkogel in the Tux Alps is known for its unique panorama. Trail runner and ski mountaineer Markus Kröll (nickname: Krölli) welcomes you from the Explorer Hotel Zillertal in Kaltenbach. The Explorer Hotel Zillertal in Austria is located right next to the train station and is the ideal starting point for exploring the Zillertal Mountains. From the Explorer Hotel Zillertal, you head to the Rastkogel near Mayrhofen. In Tux-Vorderlanersbach, you first take the Rastkogel cable cars up – first with the Rastkogelbahn and then with the Lämmerbichlbahn. Markus Kröll is now at the starting point of the ski tour. In front of him is the slope of the Rastkogel ski area, and behind him is the unsecured ski area. You should always have your safety equipment with you on this ski tour. This includes a probe, shovel, and a "pieps," an avalanche transceiver. You can test the avalanche transceiver at the ski tour checkpoint. Always wear the avalanche transceiver on your body during the ski tour. Before starting your ski tour, always check the avalanche report, weather forecast, and route. The route continues into the unsecured ski area toward Rastkogel in the Tux Alps. The Rastkogel ski tour takes 2 to 3 hours and you climb about 500 meters. The Rastkogel is the highest peak in the Tux Prealps. There are various ascent options to the Rastkogel. Krölli has now reached the Rastkogel summit cross at 2,762 meters. The Rastkogel near Mayrhofen is known for its beautiful views. From the Rastkogel, you can see all the way to the Hintertux Glacier and the Olperer. After a snack at the summit, it's time to descend back to the ski area. Relatively easy terrain awaits you back down to the valley. Back in the secured ski area, Markus Kröll says goodbye. He really appreciates the fact that the Rastkogel in the Tux Alps is accessible from several sides. Krölli has chosen an easy alternative route from the ski area today. You can also climb the Rastkogel near Mayrhofen from Schwendberg, the Geiselhöfen, Weerberg, or the Rastkogelhütte. If you're not familiar with alpine terrain, it's best to do the tour with a mountain guide.

Josefine takes you skiing to Mayrhofen in the Zillertal. The Mountopolis ski area stretches across the Ahorn and Penken mountains. An absolute highlight is the Zillertal's steepest slope: the Harakiri. Before heading to the Mayrhofen cable cars, the skier from the Explorer Hotel Zillertal in Kaltenbach welcomes you. The ideal starting point for your ski vacation. The Mountopolis ski area in Austria is so large that Josefine is focusing on the Penken mountain today. The Ahorn ski mountain is left out of the video. With 142 kilometers of slopes and 60 lifts, the Mayrhofen ski area is an absolute must in winter. To explore everything in one day, you'll need to be quite athletic. On the Penken mountain, the Harakiri slope with a 78% gradient and the Penken Park in the Horbergtal await you. On the Ahorn mountain, the FunRide including the FamilyPark and the PistenBock tobogganing fun await you. From the Explorer Hotel Zillertal, head towards Mayrhofen-Hippach to the Horbergbahn cable car. The Schneekar chairlift takes you further up to Horberg. Josefine is now at an altitude of 2,278 m. The red piste 10 and the black piste 16 take you to the Möslbahn cable car. The red 10 takes you to the Tappenalm lift. Josefine is now near the Grillhofalm in the ski area. The 150-meter Tux cable car takes you further to the sunniest part of the ski area. In this part of the ski area, groomed slopes from blue to black, as well as the kids' slope, await you. The route continues to the Lämmerbichl lift and the black piste 65 continues towards Eggalm in the Zillertal Alps. Josefine is now at the outermost part of the ski area at the Eggalm. The Eggalm Restaurant offers the perfect refreshment for a day of skiing. After the break, the valley run continues to the Rastkogel cable car. The Knorren lift takes you to the steepest slope in the Zillertal: the challenging Harakiri! Unfortunately, the weather is getting worse and the slopes are very icy, so caution is advised, especially on the steepest sections. The bottom line about skiing in Mayrhofen: The ski area has something for everyone! For skiers looking for action, there are plenty of black and red slopes. At the same time, there's also plenty on offer for families. There are numerous ski schools, the Kids' Slope, and other family highlights.

Biosphere Reserve Ranger Jonathan takes you on a snowshoe hike in Carinthia, Austria. Snowshoes take you to the Unterwirt Hut in the Nockberge Mountains and then toboggan back down to the valley to Bad Kleinkirchheim. The starting point is the Explorer Hotel Bad Kleinkirchheim. From there, it's a 5-minute walk to the snowshoe rental station. The hike continues through the forest to the Unterwirt Hut. You'll gain 300 meters of elevation on this snowshoe hike. It takes about an hour. The snowshoe hike is perfect for a family hike in Carinthia. The hiking trail leads over a ski slope in Bad Kleinkirchheim, Carinthia. At the intersection, make sure the path is clear and then cross. The hike is in the Nockberge Biosphere Reserve. This natural area is characterized by a harmonious coexistence between people and nature. The Nockberge Mountains are used for outdoor sports. It's important to be aware that the nature park is home to many wild animals. Therefore, always stay on the designated routes and hiking trails to protect nature and the animals. The Nockberge Mountains offer many experiences not only in winter, but also in summer. We've already made videos about this. You can particularly enjoy nature while snowshoeing. You'll become aware of the small details of the beautiful winter landscape. The last few meters are up to the Unterwirt Hut in Bad Kleinkirchheim. The Unterwirt Hut is located directly on the ski slope. The hut is the perfect place to stop for a break. Now it's time for the descent! Jonathan swapped his hat for a helmet. You can rent a toboggan or sledge at the Unterwirt Hut. A tractor taxi runs up here twice a week if you want to save yourself the hike! ;) Reservations can also be made through the hut – just call (Tel. +43 699 17198508). You can also rent a sled at the Unterwirt Hut. The toboggan run is 4 kilometers long and leads back down to the valley. Ranger Jonathan is back at the Explorer Hotel Bad Kleinkirchheim from his snowshoe hike. The tour, with its subsequent toboggan ride, is ideal for families. In Bad Kleinkirchheim, Carinthia, you'll find two beautiful thermal baths right in the village, not far from the hotel. You can relax in the thermal baths after a snowshoe tour.

Wolfgang Krainer from the Krainer Sports School will take you on the cross-country ski trails of Bad Kleinkirchheim in Carinthia. He will show you the Roman Trail and the Sport Trail in sunny Austria. From the Explorer Hotel Bad Kleinkirchheim in Carinthia, take the ski bus to the start of the Roman Trail. The trail's start is at the parking lot of the Roman Thermal Baths. Another start is at the Sportarena in Bad Kleinkirchheim. In Bad Kleinkirchheim, you have around 10.5 kilometers of groomed trails at your disposal – whether you prefer skating or classic cross-country skiing. The Roman Trail is 8 kilometers long and runs through moderately difficult and varied terrain. The challenging Sport Trail is 2.5 kilometers long and runs parallel to the Roman Trail. The Roman Trail begins on the easy and flat terrain of the Roman Trail, along the Roman Baths in Bad Kleinkirchheim. The route then continues towards Zirkitzen in Carinthia, along the stream. The route descends into the valley on hilly terrain and sunny days. In addition to the Römerloipe trail in Bad Kleinkirchheim, there are other cross-country ski trails near Bad Kleinkirchheim in Carinthia, such as the Höhenloipe trail and the circular trail at Falkertsee near the Heidi Alm, four cross-country ski trails on the Turracher Höhe, and the Panorama-Höfenloipe trail in Hochrindl. It's getting strenuous! Now comes the strenuous section on the Sportloipe, and it gets steep towards the valley! Only advanced cross-country skiers should use the Sportloipe. The Sportloipe then merges with the Römerloipe trail. The flat section of the Römerloipe trail is suitable for beginners, both classic and skate. However, the Römerloipe trail is also suitable for more athletic cross-country skiers, especially the section through the forest. The sports school director also recommends the St. Katherein Thermal Spa, perfect for relaxing after your cross-country ski run. The spa is just a two-minute walk from the Explorer Hotel Bad Kleinkirchheim in Carinthia.

Ski guide Flo will take you on a beautiful ski tour to the Falkertspitz in the Nock Mountains in Carinthia. The Nockmobile will take you from the Explorer Hotel Bad Kleinkirchheim to the starting point at Falkertsee (1,875 m). There is also a parking lot there, so you can drive to the starting point with your car. Flo is standing in front of the first information board of the ski touring educational trail at the Heidi Alm Falkert. The avalanche warning level is displayed here. Today, the avalanche risk is 3. If you are a beginner, you should not attempt a ski tour at this avalanche warning level. Flo is a professional and knows a lot about ski touring. He can accurately assess the avalanche risk, which is why he is leading the ski tour to the Falkert. You can also test your avalanche transceiver at the information board on the ski touring educational trail to see if it actually works. The destination of the ski tour is the Falkertspitz (2,308 m). During the ski tour, you have to overcome approximately 500 meters of elevation gain with touring skis. At the summit, you have a wonderful view of St. Oswald and Bad Kleinkirchheim. The ski guide is now standing with his touring skis in front of the walls of the Falkertspitz. In summer, you can do three via ferratas here, each with varying levels of difficulty. From this point, you already have a wonderful panorama of the Nockberge. The tour leads through the Sonntagstal in the Nockberge to the Falkertspitz. As it gets steeper and the LWS 3 is present, relief distances must be maintained for safety reasons. The destination in the Nockberge in Carinthia has been reached! Flo has now reached the summit cross of the Falkertspitz at 2,308 meters with the help of his touring skis. The view from Falkertspitz is beautiful. From here, you can also see part of the Bad Kleinkirchheim ski area and the starting point, Falkertsee. From St. Oswald, it is also possible to climb the Falkert. The ski tourer has removed the skins from his ski touring skis and put on his ski helmet, ready to head downhill back to the starting point at Falkertsee in Carinthia. The wind has compacted the snow a bit, but the descent is still enjoyable. During the descent, you can see the small Falkert/Heidi Alm Ski Park ski area in the Nockberge Mountains, which is perfect for families.

Ski YouTuber Julian Witting takes you to the Garmisch-Classic ski area. He shows you the ski slopes around Alpspitze, Hausberg, and Kreuzeck, including the Kandahar run in Garmisch-Partenkirchen. The ski instructor greets you from the Explorer Hotel Garmisch in Farchant. After preparing his skis at the workbench in the Explorer Lounge, he's ready for your day of skiing in Garmisch-Partenkirchen. The Alpspitzbahn cable car takes you to the Garmisch-Classic ski area. Arriving at the mountain station on the Osterfelderkopf, you can enjoy a beautiful view of Garmisch-Partenkirchen. It's the highest point in the ski area. Piste 15 is on the agenda. Piste 16 takes you to the Bernadein lift with a fantastic mountain panorama and then to the Längenfelderbahn cable car. The Garmisch-Classic ski area has 40 kilometers of slopes. The ski area stretches across three mountains: Alpspitze, Hausberg, and Kreuzeck. There are a total of four valley runs, and a highlight of the ski area is the Kandahar World Cup run. The ski area is also suitable for families. It features a children's area, among other things. From the Alpspitze, the route goes to Kreuzeck to test the slopes there as well. At the Kreuzalm, it's time for a well-deserved lunch break. Once you reach the Hausberg, the Kreuzwankl Ski Express takes you up. The Hausberg is the ski area's family mountain. Piste 7 and the black Piste 2, the Horn run, take you down to the valley. The Hausbergbahn cable car and then the Kandahar Express take you up to the highlight: the Kandahar run. Races have been held on this run since 1954. The Kandahar is one of the most challenging runs in the Alpine Ski World Cup, with a 92% gradient (free fall). The Kandahar is 7 km long and has two variations. The section where the famous Kandahar race takes place is unfortunately closed for training. The Garmisch-Classic ski area is suitable for families, beginners, and even advanced skiers. The Kandahar slope, which is very steep and challenging in parts, was the crowning conclusion to an eventful day of skiing.

Bast will take you on his hike up the Jenner in Berchtesgaden and show you the fantastic view of the Watzmann and Königssee. Basti starts at the Explorer Hotel Berchtesgaden in Schönau, from where it's only a half-hour walk to the starting point of the hike, the valley station of the Jennerbahn cable car. If you don't want to hike up the Jenner or only want to do part of the route, you can board the cable car at any station. In addition to the hike up the Jenner in Bavaria, a visit to the Gotzenalm is also worthwhile, from which you also have a fantastic view of the Königssee. The hike from Königssee to the Jenner takes about 3-4 hours and covers 8.5 km. Even the first section to the mid-station of the Jennerbahn cable car offers a magnificent panorama of the Berchtesgaden Alps and the Watzmann, the second highest mountain in Germany. During your hike in Berchtesgadener Land, you'll also be repeatedly rewarded with views of the Kehlsteinhaus (Eagle's Nest). Just before the summit at the Jennerbahn mountain station, the snow line is reached, so please always be careful: always stay on the marked hiking trails and wear appropriate clothing and footwear! If the trail isn't yet clear, you can expect heavy snow masses on the winter hiking trails. Even in summer, when skiing isn't possible on the Jenner, the mountain station offers a good starting point for climbing the Schützensteig or hiking to the Kehlsteinhaus (Eagle's Nest). Once you reach the summit of the Jenner at an altitude of 1,800 meters, Basti is treated to a magnificent view. On one side is the Kehlsteinhaus and the town of Berchtesgaden, while on the other side of the mountain towers the snow-capped Watzmann and the Watzmann Mountains. From the Jenner summit, you can also see Lake Königssee – from the boat dock in Schönau to the pilgrimage church of St. Bartholomä. Once back at the Explorer Hotel Berchtesgaden in Schönau, Basti winds down the day in the Explorer Lounge and the Sport Spa.

Philipp Reiter takes you on a simple and easy ski tour to Rossfeld in Berchtesgaden. Philipp Reiter welcomes you from the Explorer Hotel Berchtesgaden. At the workbench in the Explorer Lounge, he prepares his skis for the tour to Rossfeld. It's a leisurely and not-so-steep ski tour with approximately 800 meters of elevation gain. The ski tour is not technically difficult, but the scenery is beautiful. The ski tour is 4.7 km long and ideal for beginners. The starting point is the parking lot at Oberau. Philipp now puts his skins on his touring skis. It's important, even on an easy ski tour, to have safety equipment with you. A rescue blanket, a change of jacket, food, and drink are also part of the mountaineer's equipment. The first few meters of elevation have been conquered. Ski touring is not about "walking." Try to keep the skis down while running and pull them. This saves a lot of energy. Half of the ascent is complete. The route passes the toll station on the Rossfeld Panorama Road. From here, a shorter version of the ski tour to Rossfeld can be started. From the toll station, it's about 350 meters of elevation gain to the summit. Philipp comes to a junction. From here, two options are available to Rossfeld: an easier route through the forest (ascent next to the Wald-Gipfel lift) or a steeper route next to the Grad lift. Philipp Reiter chooses the route with the ascent next to the Grad lift. The Rossfeld ski area is ideal for families. It's clear, and the slopes aren't too steep. Nevertheless, families and children can still have fun in the ski area. The goal has been reached! Philipp Reiter has reached the summit cross. There are many other beautiful and challenging ski tours in Berchtesgaden. With his helmet on, he heads down the slope. It's 800 meters downhill.