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Avalanche courses in Switzerland | Practical and theoretical training with Swiss mountain guides
Learn the necessary knowledge for assessment, decision-making and correct behaviour in avalanche situations in avalanche courses. Together and applied!
Which avalanche course is right for you?
- For Beginners & Newcomers (Basic Courses): Are you still new to off-piste skiing? No problem. On our avalanche training course for beginners, you’ll learn the absolute basics without any pressure to perform: how avalanche transceivers, shovels and probes work, how to interpret the avalanche bulletin, and the basics of risk management.
- For Advanced (Practical & Refresher Courses): Do you go ski touring regularly? In these courses, we explore complex snowpack analysis and route planning in difficult terrain in greater depth, and practise efficient avalanche rescue scenarios.
- Avalanche courses near you: We’re where the best snow is. Find your course in popular regions such as the Bernese Oberland, the Central Switzerland, Grisons or the Wallis. Our avalanche theory evenings take place in Zurich, Bern and Lucerne instead.
Ski touring course overview
The basic courses are for beginners and require little or no prior knowledge. The application courses and advanced courses are more advanced and require corresponding prior knowledge (see the course description in each case).
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Ski touring taster weekendSki touring and avalanche training courseBasic courseSki tour dayBasic course 1
AvalanchesBasic course 2
AvalanchesSki technique courseRefresh
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Avalanche and risk management workshop with mountain guide | Avalanche theory evening
Start the winter safely! Learn the basics of avalanche awareness from experienced experts - in a practical and understandable way. Using exciting case studies, we will show you how to assess risks and make smart decisions in the terrain.Thursday, 22 October 2026ZurichWednesday, 4 November 2026Zurichand other data.
Zurich
Lucerne
BernAvalanche training level 2 for users and refreshers | day course with mountain guide
How can I, as an active ski tourer, move according to the avalanche danger level and make the right decisions?TechnicsEnduranceFriday, 27 November 2026Engelberg, TitlisSunday, 13 December 2026Pizol, Eastern Switzerlandand other data.
Eastern Switzerland
Central Switzerland
Bern regionAvalanche training level 1 for beginners | day course with mountain guide
Why do avalanches occur and how can you consciously keep the risk low when ski touring and freeriding?TechnicsEnduranceSunday, 29 November 2026Engelberg, TitlisSunday, 6 December 2026Central Switzerlandand other data.
Eastern Switzerland
Central Switzerland
Bern regionSki touring and avalanches | Furka basic course with practical tours led by a mountain guide
We’ll guide you through the world of ski touring – over 4 days, with plenty of time!TechnicsEndurance3 - 6 December 2026, Thursday - Sunday, 4 days10 - 13 December 2026, Thursday - Sunday, 4 daysand other data.
Realp, Central Switzerland
Ski tours and avalanches | Training weekend in Central Switzerland with a mountain guide
Learn and deepen your knowledge in the various areas of ski touring, from ascent and descent to avalanche awareness.TechnicsEnduranceWeekend from 12 - 13 December 2026The weekend of 26–27 December 2026and other data.
Oberalp Pass, Central Switzerland
Advanced Avalanche Course with a Mountain Guide | Simplon
Join us as we delve into the world of snow and avalanche science, avalanche rescue and tour planning. On stunning ski tours to the peaks around the Simplon Pass, we’ll put what we’ve learnt into practice together.TechnicsEndurance18–20 December 2026, Friday–Sunday, 3 days15 - 17 January 2027, Friday - Sunday, 3 days12 - 14 February 2027, Friday - Sunday, 3 daysSimplon, Valais
Ski tours and avalanches | Training weekend in eastern Switzerland with a mountain guide
Learn and deepen your knowledge in the various areas of ski touring, from the ascent to the descent to avalanche awareness.TechnicsEnduranceWeekend from 19 - 20 December 2026The weekend of 2–3 January 2027and other data.
Eastern Switzerland, Spitzmeilenhütte
Introductory Course in Ski Touring and Avalanche Safety | Safiental at the Berghotel with a mountain guide
We accompany you into the world of ski touring - in 4 days with enough time!TechnicsEndurance26 - 29 December 2026, Saturday - Tuesday, 4 days31 Dec - 3 Jan 2027, Thursday - Sunday, 4 daysand other data.
Safiental, Graubünden
Ski touring and avalanches | Gemmi basic course with application tours with a mountain guide
We’ll guide you through the world of ski touring – over 4 days, with plenty of time!TechnicsEndurance31 Dec - 3 Jan 2027, Thursday - Sunday, 4 days28 - 31 January 2027, Thursday - Sunday, 4 daysand other data.
Valais – Bernese Oberland, Gemmi
Bergschaft Winter Festival | Andermatt
Let’s explore the mountains together and try something new.Thursday, 28 January 2027AndermattFriday, 29 January 2027Andermattand other data.
Andermatt, Central Switzerland
Advanced Avalanche Course with a Mountain Guide | Davos
Join us as we delve into the world of snow and avalanche science, avalanche rescue and route planning. On stunning ski tours to the peaks around Davos, we’ll put what we’ve learnt into practice together.TechnicsEndurance5 - 7 February 2027, Friday - Sunday, 3 days19–21 February 2027, Friday–Sunday, 3 days12 - 14 March 2027, Friday - Sunday, 3 daysGraubünden, Davos
Being a Woman in the Snow | Ski touring & avalanches with a female mountain guide
Spend time with other women, go on ski tours, and build self-confidence and a sense of security in winter terrain.TechnicsEndurance26 - 28 February 2027, Friday - Sunday, 3 days
Andermatt, Central Switzerland
Ski tours and avalanches | Simplon training weekend with mountain guide
Learn and deepen your knowledge in the various areas of ski touring, from ascent and descent to avalanche awareness.TechnicsEnduranceDaily, date on request
Simplon
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Questions and answers about avalanche courses and how to be faster than the avalanche ?¿
Do I need any prior knowledge to take a beginner’s avalanche course?
No, you don’t need any prior knowledge of avalanche safety for our beginners’ courses (Level 1). You just need to be confident on skis or a snowboard to be able to ski or snowboard in open terrain.
Can I take part in the course on a splitboard or with snowshoes?
Splitboarders are always very welcome on our avalanche courses! If you’d like to take part wearing snowshoes, please get in touch with us briefly so that we can adapt the terrain accordingly.
Where do the avalanche courses take place?
Our training courses take place throughout Switzerland. Particularly popular locations include the Bernese Oberland, Central Switzerland (e.g. Andermatt, Engelberg), Graubünden (e.g. Davos) and Valais (Simplon).
Is avalanche equipment included in the course?
Standard equipment (avalanche transceiver, shovel and probe) is essential. If you do not yet have your own equipment, we will be happy to advise you on hiring or purchasing it before the course.
What is standard avalanche equipment?
It is always part of your equipment, even if you are travelling alone:
- Avalanche transceiver (LVS)
- Shovel
- Sone
An airbag rucksack is not standard, but is almost always worn when freeriding.
Why should I take an avalanche course with a mountain guide?
As certified Swiss mountain guides, we’re out and about in the snow every day. We don’t just teach you dry theory, but also provide you with the very latest practical knowledge, real-life case studies and the highest possible level of safety in the mountains.
When should you take an avalanche course?
Everyone who regularly goes off-piste in the snow should complete an avalanche course. This also includes regular training in the use of standard equipment, avalanche transceivers, probes and shovels.
Everything you need to know about avalanches
What types of avalanches are there?
There are three types of avalanches:
- Dust avalanche
- Loose snow avalanche
- Slab avalanche (this is the most relevant avalanche for skiers and ski tourers)
How do avalanches occur?
The following five conditions are required for an avalanche:
- Weak layer in the snow cover
- Bound snow over the weak layer (board)
- Wide distribution of weak layer and board
- Slope inclination over 30°
- Additional load (usually one person)