Early opening of the passes?

[eyebeebe]

Given the shockingly poor snow conditions this winter i.e. the lack of it, as I'm sure the skiers will agree, the early spring and continued good weather, am I being too optimistic in hoping that the passes will open earlier than last year?

My cup tyres are out for delivery and I'm keen to get the Porsche back into the mountains...

[Fuchs]

I was thinking the same......

but theres still a fair few closed according to this...

http://www.alpen-journal.de/alpeninfos/alpenpaesse...

[snowmuncher]

+1; this winter was pants

fingers-crossed for a good spring and summer

[AndrewD]

I hope the snow sods off and never returns

[rt911]

http://www.swissinfo.ch/eng/swiss_news/Switzerland...


Mid May for the Gotthard & Furka

[WelshBoyo]

+1 winter was rubbish and snow is evil stuff

[BernB]

Brünig Pass and Jaunpass are open, and definitely worth doing if you haven't already.

Lunch on the terrace at Grand Hotel Giessbach by the Brienzersee

[Bonne Route]

BernB said:

Lunch on the terrace at Grand Hotel Giessbach by the Brienzersee

Absolutely agree, one of my 'most favourite' places! Stunning location!

Take the little train to the lake after lunch, or take a walk up (and behind) the waterfall.