Day hike to Chrinnenhorn
The Chrinnenhorn is a hiking peak beside the Wetterhorn, which is also accessible to non-climbers. The view of the Grindelwald valley, the alpine meadows and the surrounding mountains is breathtaking! With a bit of luck we will meet a few ibexes or marmots on the way...
Tour Details
- Fitness Level: Very sporty
- Experience Level: Advanced
Group Tour (4-6 participants)
| CHF 215 per person | |
Private Tour
| 1-3 people | CHF 860 per group |
| 4-6 people | CHF 215 per person |
To book a private tour please contact us:
| Day | Elevation + | Elevation - | Kilometers | Walking time |
| 1 | 1300m | 1300m | 10km | approx. 7-8 hours |
Day 1
After meeting at the Hotel Wetterhorn, we take the public bus up to the Gleckstein trailhead. This is where our hike begins. Via meadows and pastures we reach the Ischpfad and tiptoe along the exposed ledge to Engi. Just below are the ruins of the former mountain station of the Wetterhorn lift, Switzerland's first cable car. We walk downhill and cross the Wyssbach (careful not to get too wet!). From here it's uphill again. The path gets steeper and steeper until we reach Scheenbiel. We can treat ourselves here to a well-deserved break and take a close look at the Upper Grindelwald Glacier. from here it's not far to the Glecksteinhütte. The path to the Chrinnenhorn begins right behind the hut. Initially, the route runs over green meadows until we enter the barren high mountain landscape. We climb towards the Chrinnenhorn over scree and moraines. The last metres involve just a tiny bit scrambling: on a few rock steps we will need to use our hands. Done – we stand on the summit of the Chrinnenhorn 2736m! On the north-west side, the wall drops steeply downhill Grindelwald. Here we can enjoy our lunch before starting the descent. We return to the Glecksteinhütte for a nice piece of cake and another short rest. However, the descent is still to come, and we soon have to be moving again.
| Season | Mid-June - October |
| Departures for private tours | Private tours can be booked daily |
| Meeting point | 8:15am Parking Oberer Gletscher Grindelwald (Hotel Wetternhorn) |
- Guiding from a licenced mountain guide/ aspirant guide
- His or her expenses
- Your expenses
- Snacks
- Rental equipment
- Costs for a taxi if needed (guests pay for the guides share)
Backpack
- 20-25l
Clothing
- Warm, functional clothing
- Rain jacket
- Rain pants
- Mountaineering or hiking pants
- Sunhat
- Beanie or headband
Footwear
- Hiking boots
The basics
- Sunglasses (category 3 or 4)
- Sunscreen lotion and lip balm (minimum factor 30, 50 better)
- Thermos flask, drink bottle
- GA or Half Fare Travelcard (if you have)
- Camera and binoculars (optional)
Technical Equipment
- Hiking poles (optional)
General Information for Mountaineering School
Our team is here for you. If you have any questions, please contact us or visit us in our shop in Grindelwald. We are happy to help!
OUTDOOR - Mountaineering School Grindelwald
Dorfstrasse 103
3818 Grindelwald
Switzerland
Trip status for group courses
1-2 days before your tour or course we will review the weather forecast and conditions with the mountain guide to determine if we can operate. We will contact you by phone with an update.
Minimum of participants (group tours)
As soon as the minimum number of participants is reached, we will send you a confirmation by email.
Cancellation
If we have to cancel your tour, you have the option to reschedule to a new date, or you will receive a full refund.
Equipment
Please refer to the equipment list for your tour or course. At our shop in Grindelwald, you can purchase technical equipment, mountain clothing, shoes, and backpacks. We also have technical equipment available for rent.
Clothing
Choose functional clothing that is moisture-wicking and quick-drying. Dress in layers so you can easily react to temperature changes. The range at our shop in Grindelwald is tailored to mountain tours and our expert staff are happy to advise you on the best clothing for your tour or course.
Lunch
Lunch is not included in the offer. We recommend bringing bars, dried fruits, nuts, or a sandwich. The amount you will need to drink depends on your individual needs and the length of the tour. We recommend .75 -1.5 liters of water, warm tea, isotonic drinks, or whatever you prefer. We also recommend that you hydrate enough the day before, so your body is well prepared for the tour.
Huts
A mountain hut is not a hotel. Running water is not guaranteed and electricity is not available everywhere, so it is not always possible to charge batteries or phones. If you have special dietary needs, please inform us in advance so we can make arrangements with the hut.
Safety
Our tours and courses are led by IVBV certified mountain guides or mountain guide aspirants. We prioritise your safety by requiring regular training to ensure our guides have relevant, up to date knowledge. Outdoor is certified by the Swiss Council for Accident Prevention (BFU) and our safety and emergency concepts are audited by this organization annually.
General terms of contract
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