Walcherhorn
The Walcherhorn is somewhat overshadowed by the Bernese four-thousanders, however this 3693-meter summit nestled between the Mönch and Eiger deserves higher praise for its panoramic views and great glacier hiking opportunities. This guided day tour from the Jungfraujoch is easily hiked in summer or accessed with snowshoes in the winter.
Tour Details
Group Tour (4-6 participants)
| CHF 225 per person | |
Private Tour
| 1-3 people | CHF 900 per group |
| 4-6 people | CHF 225 per person |
To book a private tour please contact us:
| Day | Elevation + | Elevation - | Kilometers | Walking time |
| 1 | 720m | 720m | 9.5km | approx. 5 hours |
Day 1: Walcherhorn 3693m
Meet your guide at Grindelwald Terminal and travel together to the Jungfraujoch. You will access the glacier by way of the tunnel and then climb for about an hour to the Mönchsjoch Hut. Via the Ewigschneefeld (“eternal snowfield”), you will descend to the glacier hallow below the Walcherhorn. After a break you will ascend for another hour through glacier depressions to the summit of the Walcherhorn. At the top you will be met with impressive views of the south side of the Eiger, and far down the valley you will be able to see Grindelwald. After enjoying refreshments from your backpack, you descend along your original route and return home from the Jungfraujoch in the late afternoon.
| Season | March - October |
| Departures for official tours | See "Closest Bookable Dates" |
| Departures for private tours | Private tours can be booked daily |
| Meeting point | 8:15am coffee bar at Jungfraujoch |
- Guiding from a licenced mountain guide/ aspirant guide
- His or her expenses
- Summit Certificate
- Your expenses
- Snacks
- Rental equipment
- Costs for cable cars
Backpack
- 20-25l
Clothing
- Warm, functional clothing
- Rain jacket
- Rain pants
- Mountaineering or hiking pants
- Sunhat
- Gloves
- Beanie or headband
Footwear
- Crampon proof mountaineering 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
- Harness
- Crampons with anti-snow plates
- Hiking poles
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.