Ski Tour Sustenhorn
The Sustenhorn at 3503m stands in the back of the Susten Pass and offers fantastic ski touring opportunities to tourers who often return time and time again to enjoy this popular peak. This ski tour is feasible even for those who do not have a lot of touring experience, and the terrain allows for the possibility of reaching more than one summit during this 2-day tour. The tour concludes with a long descent back to Steingletscher.
Tour Details
- Fitness Level: Moderate
- Experience Level: Advanced Beginner
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:
| Day | Elevation + | Elevation - | Kilometers | Walking time |
| 1 | 950m | 0m | 5.5km | approx. 4 hours |
| 2 | 750m | 1650m | 12km | approx. 5-6 hours |
Day 1: Ascend to the Tierberglihut 2798m
Meet your guide at the train station in Meiringen, and then drive together to Steingletscher. From there, you’ll mount your skins and begin your tour. The Tierberglihut is prominently located below the Gwächtenhorn and Sustenhorn and offers a wide-open view of the upcoming summit.
Day 2: Summit tour on the Sustenhorn 3503m
You’ll have an early start as you head out towards the Sustenhorn. The first meters are flat and just right for a quick warm up. You’ll pass the Sustenlimmi on your right before tackling the summit slope. The distant views of the Uri mountains and the famous peaks of the Bernese Oberland invite you to linger a bit longer on the summit. Enjoy the peace and quiet before descending back to Steingletscher.
| Season | March - Mai |
| Departures for official tours | See "Closest Bookable Dates" |
| Departures for private tours | Private tours can be booked daily |
| Meeting point | 9:10am train station Meiringen |
- 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
- Summit Certificate
- Your expenses
- Snacks
- Rental equipment
- 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
- Silk sleeping bag liner
- Headlamp
- Toiletries
- SAC/DAV permit (if you have one)
- GA or Half Fare Travelcard (if you have)
- Earplugs (optional)
- Camera and binoculars (optional)
Technical Equipment
- Harness
- Locking Carabiner
- 120cm sling
- 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
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.