WINTER
Level 1 – Explore
First freeride experiences. Controlled turns and a relaxed pace on accessible terrain.
Level 2 – Advanced
Confident skiing on ungroomed snow and able to maintain a good pace throughout the day.
Level 3 – Technical
Regular freeride experience, including on steeper terrain and in more exposed situations.
SUMMER
Level 1 – First experience
You should be comfortable with normal mountain hiking. No previous mountaineering or glacier experience is required.
Level 2 – Basic experience
You should already have completed hikes of several hours on mountain trails. Previous glacier experience or use of crampons is not required, but you should be ready to use them for the first time.
Level 3 – Mountaineering experience
Previous experience using crampons and travelling roped together on a glacier is required. The route may include short exposed sections.
Level 4 – Advanced experience
Solid experience using crampons and travelling roped together is required. The route may include exposed ridges, steep slopes and mixed terrain.
Level 5 – Experienced mountaineer
Strong experience on technical high-mountain routes is required. The route may include very exposed sections, climbing on rock, ice or mixed terrain, and may require knowledge of the main rope techniques.
The level indicates the technical experience required, not the physical effort.
The actual difficulty may vary depending on mountain conditions and the route.