Just now in the pandemic time one has the need to take a breath and to recharge the energy batteries in the nature recharge again. This provides a balance and strengthens the immune system. However, the Corona measures do not make it easy Winter activities but we know how you can be active outdoors despite your limitations.

To be able to enjoy the winter anyway, you have to be open and flexible to go other ways. Before planning anything outside, it is always important to find out about the current regulations and the responsible state offices.

Be anticyclical, avoid high risk

Once the regulations are settled, how about... Cross-country skiing instead of skiing? The endurance sport on the narrow boards is extremely healthy and a perfect whole-body workout. If you want to, you can really work out here or just enjoy doing your rounds on the cross-country ski trail, get some fresh air and actively regenerate from stressful everyday life. Should there be a crowd of people or the necessary distance can not be kept, try to be anticyclical, à la cross-country skiing. This way you venture with your boards on new paths cross-country, over frozen and snow-covered fields and meadows. It's fun and you'll avoid too many people on groomed trails.

Tobogganing is also permitted in principle, but here too crowds should be avoided at all costs. As always, please do not take too high a risk to avoid the risk of injury, so that the hospitals are not additionally burdened.

respect for nature

Another relaxing and restorative alternative are extended winter hikes or snowshoe tours. Because with snowshoes, mountain enthusiasts can also reach the breathtaking winter regions that would otherwise be difficult to access without waiting for hours in front of ski lifts.

As with all outdoor activities, however, the following applies: If you want to enjoy the winter landscape off the beaten track, you may only do so on public trails that are safe and compatible for people and the environment. Sufficient information on where you are allowed to go hiking and which areas you should definitely leave out of your tour planning can be found in advance at the local nature conservation authorities or at the Alpine clubs.

If you are travelling in this way with sufficient distance and consideration for flora and fauna, you are doing everything right.

Winter sports for the hardy

Running has also long since become a year-round sport and is becoming increasingly popular in winter. With the right equipment and the right breathing technique, jogging in low temperatures is no problem. If you're looking for other ways to stay active besides the typical winter sports in the snow, you could try ice climbing, winter biking or even ice swimming. To thaw out afterwards and regenerate, a hot sauna, a warm bath or a round of relaxing yoga is a good idea - it's not only good for the body, but also for your inner balance.