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Ski Tour from Grindelwald to Rosenlaui

Enjoy two days of scenic ski touring featuring two different summits and a cosy overnight stay in Rosenlaui. In the wild-life protected area of Schwarzhorn, you’ll earn a dual reward: ski touring in a pristine location, and the opportunity to observe local wildlife in their natural habitat. This multiday tour is ideal for keen, advanced beginners, or for more experienced ski tourers seeking a refresher.

Quick Facts

 Ski Tour with fantastic views over Lake Brienz
 2 Summits: Wildgärst 2890m and Gemschberg 2659m
 2 Days
 Experience Level: Competent
 Fitness Level: Sporty
 Groups of max. 6 people
Overnight stay in the Hotel Schwarzwaldalp included

From 525 CHF

From 525 CHF

Closest Bookable Dates

Dates Available seats

Tour Details

This two-day tour is ideal for experienced ski tourers seeking a refresher for the ski touring season.

Group Tour (4-6 participants)

CHF 525 per person  
   

Private Tour

1-3 people CHF 1990 per group
4-6 people CHF 525 per person

 

To book a private tour please contact us:

0041 (0)33 224 07 01

info@outdoor.ch

Day Elevation + Elevation - Kilometers Walking time
1 900m 1900m 13km approx. 5-6 hours
2 1500m 1800m 17km approx. 6-7 hours

 

Day 1: Ski tour to the Gemschberg 2659m

After the meeting point in Grindelwald we take the gondola to First and continue with the Oberjoch chairlift. After a downhill run on and off the piste, we are well warmed up for the ascent to the Gemschberg. At Grindel Oberläger we stick the skins on our skis and climb the Gemschberg on the normal route. On the way we are sure to catch a glimpse of chamois. The descent takes us over the wide slopes of the Gemschberg down to Heidbiel. A short counter-ascension to Chiemattenhubel and the descent continues to Schwarzwaldalp.

Day 2: Ski tour to the Wildgärst 2890m

The landscape on the ascent from the Rosenlaui valley is almost reminiscent of the wilderness of Canada. We are offered two ascent options, of which the mountain guide chooses the better one. Either we climb via Pfanni and Hagelseewli to Wart or we take the route through Wischbääch. When we reach the Wart, we can already see the summit in front of us. Depending on the snow conditions, we climb on foot or on skis. On the Wildgärst, a magnificent view of the 4000-meter peaks of the Bernese Alps and the deep blue lakes of Thun and Brienz awaits us. After a break, we set off on the descent. From the Wart we descend the beautiful slopes of the Wischbääch to the Scheidegg Oberläger. A short counter ascent leads us to the Grosse Scheidegg and further down to Grindelwald.

Season December - March
Departures for official tours See "Closest Bookable Dates"
Departures for private tours Private tours can be booked daily
Meeting point 8:45am at the Outdoor Shop and Café - Dorfstrasse 103, 3818 Grindelwald

 

  • Guiding from a licenced mountain guide/ aspirant guide
  • His or her expenses
  • 1 night in bunk room with half-board
  • Tea for the next day

  • Your expenses
  • Snacks
  • Rental equipment
  • Costs for cable cars, ski lifts
  • Costs for a taxi if needed (guests pay for the guides share)

Backpack

  • 25-30l

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
  • Thermal underwear 

Footwear

  • Ski touring boots or snowboard boots

The basics

  • Sunglasses (category 3 or 4)
  • Sunscreen lotion and lip balm (minimum factor 30, 50 better)
  • Thermos flask, drink bottle
  • Headlamp
  • Toiletries
  • GA or Half Fare Travelcard (if you have)
  • Earplugs (optional)
  • Camera and binoculars (optional)

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)
  • Ski helmet (optional but recommended)

 

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

0041 (0)33 224 07 01

info(at)outdoor.ch

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

Our General Terms and Conditions apply. 

General Terms and Conditions

You don't own the equpiment needed? Rent it from us:

Winter rentals

Summer rentals

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