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Climbing Tour Kingspitze Northeast

The north east face of the Kingspitze is a true classic in the Engelhörner mountains. It's a long, alpine climb which hasn't got too much in common with a multi pitch sport climbing route. A great tour in stunning surroundings.

Quick Facts

 The Engelhorn Classic Climbing Tour
 1 Day
 Experience Level: Expert
 Fitness Level: Very Sporty

CHF 850 부터

CHF 850 부터

Tour Details

  • Fitness Level: Very Sporty
  • Experience Level: Expert

Private Tour

1 person CHF 850

 

Day Elevation + Elevation - Kilometers Walking / climbing time
1 1050m 1050m 7km approx. 10.5-14 hours

 

Day 1: Climbing Tour Kingspitze Northeast

Early in the mornig we start hiking up to the Engelhorn hut (1.5h, approx.). We follow another path into the Ochsental and start scrambling up a gorge like gully to the actual start of the climbing (1-1.5h approx.). The line we climb follows weaknesses in the mainly solid rock, the final pitches lead us along a narrow ridge to the summit at 2621m (5-7h). We enjoy the views and start the not to be underestimated descent. Walking and climbing down as well as abseiling will bring us back to the Engelhorn hut (2-3h). We enjoy a cold drink on the terrace of the hut and continue on back to the parking (1h).

Season July - September
Departures for private tours Private tours can be booked daily
Meeting point Upon agreement

 

  • Guiding from a licenced mountain guide/ aspirant guide
  • His or her expenses

  • Your expenses
  • Snacks
  • Rental equipment
  • Costs for a taxi if needed (guests pay for the guides share)

Backpack

  • 20-25l

Clothing

  • Warm, functional clothing
  • Rain jacket
  • Rain pants
  • Mountaineering or hiking pants
  • Sunhat
  • Gloves
  • Beanie or headband

Footwear

  • Climbing shoes
  • 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
  • Helmet
  • 120cm sling
  • Locking carabiner

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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