Eiger via Ostegg
The route up the Eiger via the Ostegg is spectacular and a very demanding alpine tour. After climbing the via ferrata, we spend the night in the unmanned Ostegghütte. The second day challenges your climbing skills with sections up to grade V. After spending the night in the Mittellegi hut, we will continue along the airy ridge to the summit. We descend via the south ridge (Eigerjöcher) and Mönchsjoch, to the Jungfraujoch.
Tour Details
- Fitness Level: Very Sporty
- Experience Level: Expert
Private Tour
| 1 person | CHF 2595 |
| Day | Elevation + | Elevation - | Kilometers | Walking time |
| 1 | 750m | 50m | 3.5km | approx. 3-4 hours |
| 2 | 1050m | 50m | 2.5km | approx. 6-8 hours |
| 3 | 700m | 550m | 6km | approx. 8-10 hours |
Day 1
Way up to the Ostegg hut 2317m.
Day 2
Climb up to Mittellegi hut 3350m.
Day 3
Climb over the Mittellegi Ridge to Eiger 3970m.
| Season | July - September |
| Departures for private tours | Private tours can be booked daily |
| Meeting point | 1:00pm at the Outdoor Shop and Café - Dorfstrasse 103, 3818 Grindelwald |
- Guiding from a licenced mountain guide/ aspirant guide
- His or her expenses
- 2 nights in bunk room with half-board
- Tea for the next day
- Summit Certificate
- Your expenses
- Snacks
- Rental equipment
Backpack
- 25-30l
Clothing
- Warm, functional clothing
- Rain jacket
- Rain pants
- Mountaineering or hiking pants
- Sunhat
- Gloves
- Beanie or headband
- Extra underwear and socks
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
- Silk sleeping bag liner
- Headlamp
- Toiletries
- GA or Half Fare Travelcard (if you have)
- Earplugs (optional)
- Camera and binoculars (optional)
Technical Equipment
- Harness
- Crampons with anti-snow plates
- Ice axe
- Helmet
- Climbing shoes
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.