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Safe on the trail, anytime.

Direct SOS calling, automatic emergency SMS with GPS coordinates and up-to-date weather and avalanche data — SagaTrail doesn't leave you alone, even far from civilisation.

What this feature does for you

A sudden change of weather, a fall in the terrain or a closed passage: SagaTrail bundles everything that matters in an emergency. One tap connects you to rescue services, your emergency contact is notified automatically, and weather, avalanche and trail-condition data warn you before things get critical.

SagaTrail: emergency screen
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Direct SOS calling

One tap connects you directly to Rega or the European emergency number.

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Emergency contact

In an emergency, an SMS with your GPS coordinates is sent automatically to your emergency contact.

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Live weather

Current weather data for your location and your route.

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Avalanches & trail conditions

EAWS avalanche bulletin and community reports on the current trail condition.

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Route community

Other hikers report current hazards, obstacles and trail conditions directly on your route.

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Elevation profile with safety layers

The elevation profile shows additional layers such as avalanche risk or demanding passages directly along the route.

Elevation profile with safety layers

Instead of a plain elevation curve, SagaTrail shows additional layers directly in the profile — such as avalanche slopes, exposed passages or reported trail problems. At a glance, you can see where along the route particular caution is advised.

SagaTrail: elevation profile with safety layers

All safety features at a glance

A complete list of all safety-relevant features of SagaTrail.

SOS & emergency
SOS buttonDirect call to Rega (1414) or the European emergency number (112) — pre-selected automatically depending on your location.
GPS coordinate transmissionWhen the SOS call is triggered, your exact coordinates are transmitted automatically.
Store an emergency contactDesignate a trusted person who will be notified automatically if needed.
Automatic SMS sendingThe message to the emergency contact includes location, time and a link to the live position.
Weather & avalanche
Live weather dataCurrent temperature, precipitation and wind forecast for your respective location.
Weather along the routeForecast separately for the start, intermediate and end point of your hike.
EAWS avalanche bulletinThe official 5-level European avalanche danger scale, integrated directly in the app.
Elevation profile with safety layersCritical passages such as avalanche slopes or steep steps are highlighted in colour in the elevation profile.
Community & trail condition
Route communityOther users report obstacles, closures or dangerous passages on the route.
Trail-condition reportsReal-time notes on snow, ice or erosion on individual trail sections.
Create your own reportYou can leave your own observations, which are shown to other hikers.
SAC difficulty ratingEvery route shows the official SAC hiking scale so you can assess your ability realistically.

Experience safety and weather yourself.

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