Meeting point
Jungfraujoch
Jungfraujoch, 3801 Jungfraujoch
Aletsch Glacier Hike
2 days
Hiking on Europe's longest glacier
High alpine mountain landscape
Overnight stay at the Konkordia Hut
Season:
June September
every Tuesday/Wednesday, Thursday/Friday and Saturday/Sunday bookable as a group tour
Departure Times
10:45
Jungfraujoch, Coffee Bar
Key info
14
Min. age
14
75
Max. age
75
Minimum age for official tours: 14 years | Children between 10 and 14 years: Private tour on request | If you are over 75 years old, please contact us before booking
Experienced mountain hiker
No technical mountain skills required
At least 6 hours of hiking with a backpack
Surefootedness
Solid hiking or mountaineering boots
You must bring solid hiking or mountaineering boots. Sneakers and simple trekking shoes are NOT allowed.
Overview
Recommended for:
Anyone looking for the mountain beyond the postcard.
Two days on Europe's longest glacier: Endless glacier expanses and a spectacular overnight stay.
This two-day glacier hike takes you through the heart of the UNESCO World Heritage Site Jungfrau-Aletsch. You'll trek over endless glacier expanses, past massive crevasses and moraines, from the Jungfraujoch to the Konkordia Hut. On the second day, the glacier hike continues to Fiescheralp. An unforgettable experience in one of the most fascinating landscapes of the Alps.
Itinerary
Meeting points Day1
Day 1: From Jungfraujoch to Konkordia Hut
Distance
8.5 km
Ascent
+150 m
Descent
-750 m
Walking time
4 hrs
Arrival
Individual journey to Jungfraujoch, the highest railway station in Europe. Meet at the coffee bar.
Glacier Hike
Out on the glacier, we rope up and head towards the eternal ice. The first steps feel unusual, but you'll quickly find your rhythm. Along the Jungfrau Firn, we hike past crevasses to the vast Konkordiaplatz, where several glaciers converge. After a break, we cross the enormous expanse before a long metal staircase leads us to the Konkordia Hut.
Konkordia Hut
At the hut, a unique view over the glacier sea awaits. A perfect place to end the day and experience a night in the high mountains.
Day2
Day 2: Across the Aletsch Glacier to Fiescheralp
Distance
12.5 km
Ascent
+150 m
Descent
-650 m
Walking time
5-6 hrs
Early Start
After breakfast, we descend early in the morning back down to the glacier. This time via the southern path which includes a short ladder.
Glacier Hike
We strap on our crampons and hike over moraines, glacier surfaces, and cross crevasses. Where the glacier steeply drops to the right, we bid farewell to the ice.
Hiking
We hike along the Märjelen Lake and over rolling alpine meadows towards Fiescheralp.
Return Journey
In the afternoon, our tour ends with countless impressions of one of the most impressive places in the Alps. The return journey begins with the cable car to Fiesch, where there are train connections in all directions.
Whats included
Guiding from a licenced mountain guide/ aspirant guide
Expenses of the mountain guide
Overnight stay(s) with half-board for the mountain guide
Overnight stay(s) in bunk room with half-board for the guest
Hut reservation
Not included
Costs for cable cars and travel expenses of the guest
Snacks
Technical equipment
Pack list
Backpack
Backpack 25-30 l
Clothing
Warm, functional clothing
Rain jacket
Rain pants
Mountaineering or hiking pants
Sunhat
Gloves (ideally one thin and one thick pair)
Beanie or headband
Extra underwear and socks
Footwear
Hiking boots or mountaineering boots
Technical Equipment
Basics
Sunglasses (category 3 or 4)
Sunscreen lotion and lip balm (minimum factor 30, 50 better)
Thermos flask, drink bottle
Headlamp
Silk sleeping bag liner
Toiletries
SAC/DAV permit (if you have one)
GA or Half Fare Travelcard (if you have)
Earplugs (optional)
Camera and binoculars (optional)
Snacks
Backpack 25-30 l
Warm, functional clothing
Rain jacket
Rain pants
Mountaineering or hiking pants
Sunhat
Gloves (ideally one thin and one thick pair)
Beanie or headband
Extra underwear and socks
Hiking boots or mountaineering boots
Sunglasses (category 3 or 4)
Sunscreen lotion and lip balm (minimum factor 30, 50 better)
Thermos flask, drink bottle
Headlamp
Silk sleeping bag liner
Toiletries
SAC/DAV permit (if you have one)
GA or Half Fare Travelcard (if you have)
Earplugs (optional)
Camera and binoculars (optional)
Snacks
The mountain guide will bring any pre-ordered and paid-for technical rental equipment to the Jungfraujoch.
Weather info
General weather info
Weather can influence any tour, and a clear decision is often only possible on the day itself. We review conditions carefully and remain within our safety limits, and bad weather alone does not mean we have to stop.
Make sure we can reach you with current contact information in case your booking changes. Silence from us means your tour is still planned or the final call is not yet made. If we need to cancel, you can rebook, choose another activity, or get a full refund.
For detailed advice on how to prepare for (and enjoy!) bad weather days in Interlaken, check out our weather blog
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