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Contact Information
Rigi Bahnen AG
Bahnhofstrasse 7
6354 Vitznau
Tel. +41 (0)41 399 87 87
Fax +41 (0)41 399 87 00
rigi@rigi.ch
www.rigi.ch

Skiing and snowboarding

Rules of behaviour for skiers and snowboarders

Main rule
1. Never endanger or harm any person

On the slopes
2. Always be able to halt within distance of sight. Adapt speet to your skills and to the conditions
3. Respect the skiers and snowboarders in front of you
4. Overtake with safe distance only
5. Watch uphill before departing or before making turns

Stopping / ascending
6. Stop only at the border of the slope or at easily surveyable places
7. Ascend and descend on foot only at the border of the slope

Signals
8. Mind markings and signals

Behaviour in case of accidents
9. Provide help, alarm rescue service
10. Involved persons and witnesses: indicate particulars

According to law practice, these rules are binding.

Supported by the Swiss Counsil for accident prevention



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