What to Wear in Your Rucksack

The right clothing and equipment are essential for a safe and successful mountain trip. Below is a helpful list of suggestions for what to pack for a one-day hike in both summer and winter conditions, as well as for ski touring.

☀️ Summer Hiking Essentials

• Hiking boots or sturdy walking shoes
• Waterproof/windproof jacket
• Spare clothing and long sleeve shirt
• Day pack: 1 liter of water, snacks (e.g., cereal bars), beverages
• First aid kit and personal medication
• Sunhat and sunscreen
• Sunglasses
• Headlamp
• Trekking poles – helpful for reducing knee pressure

❄️ Winter Hiking Essentials

• Waterproof boots suitable for snow and terrain
• Shoe crampons (consult guide)
• Ice axe (if needed – consult guide)
• Long underwear
• Shell jacket and waterproof pants
• Waterproof/windproof outer jacket
• Day pack: 1 liter of water, snacks (e.g., cereal bars), beverages
• Spare warm clothing and long sleeve shirt
• Warm hat and gloves (plus spare)
• Sunglasses and sunscreen
• Gaiters (for deep snow)
• Trekking poles and headlamp
• First aid kit and personal medication

Ski Touring Packing List

• Comfortable 35L rucksack or avalanche safety backpack
• Waterproof/windproof jacket
• Shell jacket and waterproof pants
• Long underwear
• Spare warm clothing
• Day pack: 1 liter of water, snacks (e.g., cereal bars), beverages
• Warm hat and spare gloves
• Sunglasses and sunscreen
• Avalanche safety gear: beacon, shovel, probe
• Harscheisen (ski crampons)
• First aid kit and personal medication
• Head torch
• Ice axe (if needed – consult guide)
• Shoe crampons (if needed – consult guide)