Skitourenführer Bregenzerwald

Scope and structure

This region-specific ski touring guide zeroes in on the Bregenzerwald and its neighboring massifs, organized into clear sub-areas: Vorderwald–Hittisau/Sibratsgfäll, Egg–Bezau–Bizau, Mellau–Au, Damüls, Großes Walsertal–Faschina, Schoppernau–Hopfreben, Schröcken–Hochtannbergpass, and Lech–Zug–Zürs, plus a chapter on traverses. Each tour follows a consistent template with approach (AP), grading, vertical gain, distance, time, ascent/descent, and variants. Photo topos with red-line overlays and succinct overview maps tie routes together and highlight logical link-ups across valleys.

Coverage and route quality

The selection captures the terrain’s breadth—from mellow meadow tours above lake-country foothills to serious alpine lines around the Arlberg. Classics like Winterstaude, Kanisfluh, Hoher Freschen, Hochkünzelspitze, Widderstein, Mohnenfluh, and Valluga sit alongside quieter objectives such as Guntenkopf, Hangspitze, and Luguntenkopf. Aspect variety is excellent (sunny south slopes for firn; shaded north faces for powder), and elevation profiles make it easy to match conditions and skill. The traverse chapter and cross-referenced neighboring sub-areas encourage creative multi-day planning.

Practicality and safety

A strong “how-to-use” section, a transparent difficulty scale, and crisp emergency notes keep the information field-ready. The avalanche chapter points you to local bulletins and tools, while an exemplary section on low-impact touring underlines wildlife and access sensitivities. Public transport access is detailed for every tour—welcome in a valley where many trailheads are bus-friendly. GPS tracks are included via download code, and recommended companion maps (e.g., DAV Skitourenkarte Lechtaler Alpen 3/2 and BY01 Allgäuer Voralpen West) are noted for analog backup. Hut and base info (notably around the Biberacher Hütte and Schönenbach) broaden options for longer stays.

Production values and authorship

The layout is clean and image-rich: action shots inspire, and labeled panorama spreads aid on-the-ground orientation. The Kempf authors’ long familiarity with the area shows in judicious route choices, realistic timings, and savvy variants that dodge crowds or avalanche traps.

Verdict

A balanced, environmentally aware guide that combines depth with usability. For first-time visitors it maps the region’s essentials; for veterans it unlocks quieter lines and rewarding traverses. Highly recommended for ski tourers planning anything from half-day meadow laps to full alpine outings around the Arlberg.

Details

Weight

295g

Pages

216

Publisher

Panico Alpinverlag