How to dress suitably for Jungfrau mountain sightseeing trip?
I have planned to travel sightseeing at Jungfrau mountain in Switzerland.
Since I have checked with many weather forecast website on my trip date, they said the weather probably be cloudy, partly sunny and the temperature is about -5 °C.
I came from the warm climate (always hot) country, Thailand. So, I am not sure about how to dress suitably for the weather like this.
So, I would like to ask the suggestion for the way of dressing. Moreover, Do I need to bring any medicine to prevent or cure in some case?
Best Answer
You'll definitely want a pair of sturdy water-resistant hiking boots. If possible, break them in before your trip. And some thick, warm socks.
Coming from a hot country and going to a climate where it's -5 °C, you might want some long underwear to wear under your clothing when you're outside.
You didn't specify what dates you'll be there or how active you plan to be outdoors. I'm going to assume you'll be there in the winter due to your mention of the low temperature, so you might want to read up on winter hiking gear. Here are some links for you to peruse:
- http://dealnews.com/features/What-to-Wear-for-a-Winter-Hike-from-Head-to-Toe/516406.html
- http://www.rei.com/learn/expert-advice/winter-camping.html
Regarding medicine, Switzerland is not really a country where you have to worry about getting sick in general. If you have some sort of minor ailment while there (headache, runny nose, stomachache) you can easily buy medicine at the nearest pharmacy ("apotheke" in German, look for the green cross +)
You might experience some altitude sickness as you adjust, depending on how high up you go, but stay hydrated and don't push yourself too quickly, and you'll acclimate to the altitude.
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Packing list:- Winter jacket.
- Waterproof gloves.
- Scarf.
- Sweater.
- Warm pants (like ski pants)
- T-shirt.
- Waterproof boots.
- Extra pair of socks (especially if you're hiking)
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Answer 2
Some great advice here. The only things I think are worth adding are:
It's not just about how warm your clothes are, dressing in layers would be highly recommended. It gives you a full range of flexibility for all weathers. And each layer deals with a different issue (sweat, insulation, protection from wind/rain).
Stay hydrated. It's quite easy to remember to take on lots of fluid in hot climates. But it's quite easy to forget in cold climates. So it's worth considering trying to kill two birds with one stone and take a thermos with something hot as it will be both hydrating and warming.
Keep taking on calories. You burn a lot of energy in the cold, especially when you're active. Snacks are a must, and don't feel guilty about taking something that's really fatty or sugary!
Useful references:
https://www.rei.com/learn/expert-advice/layering-basics.html https://www.summitmedicalgroup.com/news/living-well/stay-hydrated-cold-weather/ https://effortlessoutdoors.com/winter-camping-how-to/
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