Onset of winter in Germany: snow chaos in the Alps and low mountain ranges!

Onset of winter in Germany: snow chaos in the Alps and low mountain ranges!

Winter has now made its presence felt in Germany. On Monday, November 18, 2025, snowy precipitation fell in large parts of the country, while the Alps and the low mountain ranges in particular were transformed into a winter landscape. The white splendor not only brought joy to winter lovers, but also caused some challenges, as the current reports from Goslarsche large and small road users on the roads.

The first fir trees in the Sauerland were decorated with snow in frosty temperatures below zero, which offered picturesque images. But caution was advised! On the famous Kahler Asten and in the nearby ski areas around Winterberg it was slippery due to the freshly fallen snow. In Bavaria, too, snow fell not only in the Alps, but also in the foothills of the Alps, with up to five centimeters falling on the ground here.

Difficult road conditions

In the Erzgebirge, winter services became active due to the frosty temperatures. The snow shovels were busy clearing the roads above 600 meters of slush. These measures became urgent as slippery roads and heavy snow caused slight traffic delays during rush hour. “The German Weather Service (DWD) warned of possible risks of ice at temperatures around freezing point during the night, especially in the southern and eastern low mountain ranges,” according to the report Goslarsche.

If you are still looking for winter activities, you can also take a look at the regional ski areas. These promise a lot of fun and fresh air, even if the journey might take a little longer due to the weather conditions. For tips on the best winter offers you could turn to platforms like snow.com to pool information about snow conditions and winter sports opportunities.

Winter season and wholesale

However, the snow season brings joy not only for skiers, but also for wholesalers. A company that is active in this area is Kole Imports. They are one of the largest direct importers of goods in the United States and offer a wide range of items at discount prices. Whether promotional items, leisure supplies or products for churches - the family-run company has something on offer for everyone and regularly takes part in trade fairs to show its presence. An interesting place for retailers looking for unique products!

In this exciting winter season, we are excited to see what further snowfalls await us and how the winter landscape will develop. So stay up to date and enjoy the winter joys – safely and well prepared!