Packing list for a ski vacation in Fiss: what not to miss!

Ski and snowboard equipment

• Skis/snowboard: Either bring your own equipment or check whether it makes more sense to rent locally to avoid travel stress.
• Ski boots/snowboard boots: Make sure they fit perfectly when buying or renting.
• Ski poles: Important for skiing, not necessary for snowboarding 😉
• Ski goggles: Protection from UV radiation and fogging is essential.
• Helmet: A well-fitting helmet is essential for safety and comfort.
• Ski or snowboard bag: For the safe transportation of your equipment.

Clothing for the slopes

• Thermal underwear: Provides an insulating base layer.
• Ski pants and ski jacket: They should be waterproof and breathable.
• Fleece jacket or sweater: Ideal as an intermediate layer under the ski jacket.
• Warm ski socks: It’s best to pack several pairs.
• Ski gloves: Waterproof and insulating.
• Hat/headband and tube scarf/neck warmer/balaclava: protection against the icy mountain air.
• Thermal trousers and thermal jacket: For extra warmth in extreme cold.

Freeriding equipment and accessories

• Touring skis or splitboard: For ascents and deep snow runs.
• Optional snowshoes: For snowboarders who do not have a splitboard.
• Avalanche equipment: avalanche transceiver, shovel and probe if you are off-piste.
• Ski skins: So you can get up the mountain
• Telescopic touring poles: Adjustable for the ascent and foldable for the descent.
• Wax/tools: For small repairs
• Thin gloves/ski touring gloves for the ascent
• Ski goggle case and care: To keep your vision clear.
• Avalanche backpack/ski touring backpack: With attachment options for skis or board, if planned.
• Water bottle or thermos flask: hydration is also important in winter.
• Energy bars, chocolate, dextrose, nuts
• Optional back protector: for protection against falls
• Optional: crampons: Better grip on ice and very slippery sections.

Other important items

• Sun cream with a high SPF: The sun in the mountains can be strong even in winter.
• Lip balm with UV protection: Prevents chapped, cracked lips.
• First aid kit: Includes blister plasters and simple medication.
• Photo equipment and/or action camera: For the festive documentation of your adventures.

Papers and important documents

• Identity card/passport: Important for arrival and hotel check-in.
• Insurance documents: Don’t forget your health and accident insurance.
• Cash and credit cards: For local expenses and emergencies.
• Medication: Regularly needed medication and perhaps something for the altitude.
• Health card: important for medical care.
• Optional: DAV card: access to DAV services and huts.
• Proof of international health insurance: For medical emergencies abroad.
• Vignette: driving license and toll payment.
• Tickets and reservation confirmations: Proof of transportation and accommodation.
• Bahncard: take advantage of discounts on rail travel.

Overnight items on a skiing vacation

• Pyjamas: Comfortable sleepwear for the night.
• Slippers: indoor warmth and comfort.
• Bathing shoes/flip-flops: For the sauna area and showers.
• Swim shorts/bikini/swimsuit: Suitable for the pool.
• Travel towel or bath/sauna towel: quick-drying, space-saving.
• Toiletry bag: essential toiletries included.
• Hairbrush/comb: For daily hair styling.
• Hair ties: Practical for long hair.
• Shaver: For smooth skin every day.
• Nail care set: For well-groomed hands/feet.
• Personal hygiene products: Important products for women.
• Make-up and make-up removal accessories: For evening make-up.
• Contraceptives: ensuring privacy and planning.
• Bag for dirty laundry: keeps dirty items separate.
• Detergent from the tube: For emergencies and freshening up.

Leisurewear on a ski vacation

• Leisurewear: Comfortable for after a day of skiing.
• Winter jacket: Warm and weatherproof.
• Comfortable jeans/stretch pants, leggings: casual and flexible.
• T-shirts, longsleeves: layers for warmth.
• Sweater, cardigan: additional layer of warmth.
• Underwear: Fresh every day.
• Socks: Warm, several pairs.
• Winter boots: protection from the cold and wet.
• Gloves: Keep your hands warm.
• Hat and scarf: protection against the cold.
• Lifestyle clothing for the evening: stylish and comfortable.

Technology

• Charged cell phone and charging cable: Secure communication, charge devices.
• Powerbank/chargers: Mobile power for on the go.
• GPS watch: navigation and tracking.
• Notebook/tablet/e-reader: entertainment and information.
• Headlamp: lighting in the dark.
• Camera, photo bag and accessories: photographing experiences.