Meeting point
First cable car station (Talstation)
Dorfstrasse 187, 3818 Grindelwald
Ski Tour from Grindelwald to Iseltwald
1 day
From summit to lake
Faulhorn or Gassenhorn
5 hours through varied terrain
Season:
December March
Departure Times
Key info
Ski touring experience required
A strong skier who handles black runs with ease
Comfortable with 4 hours of hiking while carrying a pack
Overview
Recommended for:
Anyone who trades comfort for the view.
On touring skis from high above, down to the lakeshore: this ski tour combines summit experiences with one of the most beautiful descents in the region.
Take the cable car to Grindelwald First, then ski past the frozen Bachalpsee to the summit of the Faulhorn or Gassenhorn. The descent leads through solitary slopes, deep north faces, and narrow forest passages. At the end awaits Lake Brienz: and probably the best line of the day.
Itinerary
Meeting points .
Distance
15 km
Ascent
+600 m
Descent
-2100 m
Walking time
5 hrs
Arrival
The tour begins in Grindelwald with the cable car ride up to Grindelwald First.
Ascent
On arrival the skins are mounted before setting off: a relaxed ascent to Bachalpsee, where the decision is made: Faulhorn or Gassenhorn.
Summit
No matter our decision, both options lead to a magnificent summit with views of the Wetterhorn, Schreckhorn, and Eiger.
Descent
After a short break, we begin the descent. The first turns lead through open slopes, then into the sheltered north faces at Teufenmatten: here you often find the best powder snow. A short 45-minute counter-ascent brings us to Schonegg, with a clear view of Lake Brienz.
The second descent is varied: wide slopes, narrow forest passages, then Werzisbodenalp. After a short tunnel– don't forget your headlamp–we reach Iseltwald. If the snow is sufficient, we ski right down to the shore. On arrival we return by bus to Interlaken Ost.
Whats included
Guiding from a licenced mountain guide/ aspirant guide
Expenses of the mountain guide
Not included
Costs for cable cars and travel expenses of the guest
Snacks
Technical equipment
Costs for a taxi if needed (guests pay for the guide's share)
Pack list
Backpack
Backpack 20-25 l
Clothing
Warm, functional clothing
Rain jacket
Rain pants
Mountaineering or winter hiking pants
Sunhat
Gloves (ideally one thin and one thick pair)
Beanie or headband
Thermal underwear
Footwear
Ski touring boots or snowboard boots
Technical Equipment
Ski touring skis or splitboard with skins and tele crampons
Ski poles (preferrably telescopic)
LVS (avalanche transceiver)
Avalanche probe
Avalanche shovel
Avalanche airbag (optional)
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)
Snacks
Backpack 20-25 l
Warm, functional clothing
Rain jacket
Rain pants
Mountaineering or winter hiking pants
Sunhat
Gloves (ideally one thin and one thick pair)
Beanie or headband
Thermal underwear
Ski touring boots or snowboard boots
Ski touring skis or splitboard with skins and tele crampons
Ski poles (preferrably telescopic)
LVS (avalanche transceiver)
Avalanche probe
Avalanche shovel
Avalanche airbag (optional)
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)
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
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