Before You Go — Read This

Set a turn-around time and stick to it. Many people start too late and end up descending in the dark.

Watch the weather. Clear morning skies don't mean a stable day; thunderstorms build fast on summer afternoons. If clouds pile up quickly or you hear thunder, go down immediately, don't wait and see.

Know when to turn around. If you feel unsure, get too tired, or something just feels off, turn back. No view is worth pushing past your limit. Bring enough energy too, because running out happens fast and even an easy descent gets hard when you're exhausted.

Mind the exposed sections. Some trails have narrow paths, steep drops or secured parts; if you're not comfortable with heights, don't force it. And don't rely on signal, you'll lose it in the mountains, so download your routes beforehand, where Komoot really helps.

Domi's note: the biggest mistakes don't happen at the hardest spots, they happen when people ignore small warning signs. If something feels off, it usually is. Turning around earlier than you think you need to isn't failure, it's experience.