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Eiger via Mittellegi Ridge

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1.5 days
Spectacular ridge climbing
Historic Alpine peak
Overnight stay on the Mittellegigrat

Season:

July September

Departure Times

15:30
Station Eismeer

Station Eismeer

Key info

Extensive mountaineering experience required
Hiking times of up to 9 hours with a backpack
Sure footedness and efficiency in moderate terrain
Climbing up to Grade 4 in rock and snow

Overview

Recommended for: Anyone who trades comfort for the view.

Narrow ridge, exposed climbing, and a legendary peak: The Mittellegi ridge takes you on a thrilling journey up the Eiger.

This tour is pure passion for alpinists. The Mittellegi ridge demands climbing skills, endurance, and mental strength. Airy sections with impressive views, and an unforgettable summit experience make this route a true classic. The Eiger at the top, Grindelwald below – in between lies an impressive climb to a legendary peak of the Alps.

Itinerary

Meeting points
Day1
Day 1: Approach to the Mittellegi Hut
Meeting point is at the Eismeer station of the Jungfrau Railway. Here, we rope up and traverse the Challifirn Glacier. The rock climbing begins immediately with a crux around grade 4. The climb takes us along a prominent rock band leading to the Mittellegi Hut. This small hut perched spectacularly on the ridge offers unique views. The night here is short but unforgettable.
Distance
1.5 km
Ascent
+300 m
Descent
-150 m
Walking time
2 hrs
Day2
Day 2: Over the Mittellegi ridge to the Eiger Summit
Early start with headlamps. The ridge begins directly behind the hut – exposed, airy, challenging. The climbing is varied, partly on fixed ropes. The backdrop: breathtaking views into the North Face, with the rising sun at our backs. Passing the "large gendarme", we reach the knife edge snow ridge and soon stand on the summit. The descent over the northern and southern Eigerjoch is demanding again, before we reach the Jungfraujoch via the Mönchsjoch Hut.
Distance
6 km
Ascent
+700 m
Descent
-550 m
Walking time
8-10 hrs

What's included

Guiding from a licenced mountain guide/ aspirant guide
Expenses of the mountain guide
Overnight stay(s) with half-board for the mountain guide
Hut reservation
Summit Certificate

Not included

Costs for cable cars and travel expenses of the guest
Overnight stay(s) in bunk room with half-board for the guest
Snacks
Technical equipment

Pack list

Backpack 25-30 l

Warm, functional clothing
Wind jacket or GTX jacket
Shell pants
Mountaineering or hiking pants
Sunhat
Gloves (ideally one thin and one thick pair)
Beanie or headband
Extra underwear and socks

Crampon proof mountaineering boots

Crampons with anti-snow plates
Harness
Ice axe
Helmet

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
GA or Half Fare Travelcard (if you have)
Earplugs (optional)
Camera and binoculars (optional)
Snacks

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 

Meeting points

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