Correct behavior in nature

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The Alpina Antica Trail delights with unspoiled nature, cultivated landscapes, impressive river landscapes, breathtaking panoramas and unique flora and fauna. To ensure that this Alpine landscape remains protected, it is particularly important to be careful when hiking.

Preparation and planning

  • Before each tour, the mountain experience and physical fitness of all participants (adults & children) should be checked.
  • Trekking and mountaineering often require surefootedness and a head for heights.
  • Thorough tour planning using hiking maps and tour descriptions is essential.
  • Check the weather forecast .
  • Expert advice from alpine clubs, mountain guides or hut keepers can help.

Equipment and behavior during the tour

  • The right equipment and clothing are essential in the mountains.
  • Sturdy, high shoes with a non-slip sole are particularly important.
  • As the weather can change quickly in the mountains, rain and cold protection are essential.
  • The walking pace should be adapted to the weakest members of the group.
  • Observe other participants in order to recognize exhaustion at an early stage.
  • In the event of a sudden change in the weather, fog or impassable paths, the best decision is to turn back in good time.
  • Take garbage with you, protect animals and plants.

Safety on the paths

  • Do not leave marked paths.
  • Pay particular attention on steep terrain or in wet conditions. Steep grassy slopes can be slippery.
  • Avoid stepping on stones so as not to endanger other hikers.
  • Places at risk of falling rocks should be passed individually and without stopping.

Behavior towards animals

  • Do not provoke cows, sheep, horses and all wild animals, but remain calm.
  • Do not leave the paths on alpine pastures and keep your distance from the animals.
  • Keep dogs on a lead – never let them loose on grazing animals.
  • If an animal attacks the dog, let it run for its own protection.

Behavior in an emergency

  • Keep calm! Sometimes self-help is possible.
  • If necessary, get help by cell phone, shouting, signaling or waving.
  • Do not leave injured persons alone until help arrives.
  • Alpine emergency call 140, international emergency call 112
Poster with illustrated safety tips in German and English for encounters with grazing livestock. It advises people to keep their distance, stay calm, protect dogs and avoid fast movements in pastures with cattle.
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