Full Moon Ski Tour
Take in awe-inspiring views of the Wetterhorn under the light of a full moon during this nighttime ski tour in Grindelwald. From Hotel Wetterhorn you’ll skin up and climb steadily, first to the Stepfi Hut and then on to the summit of Chiemattenhubel at 2028 meters. A moonlit ski descent back to Hotel Wetterhorn caps off this fun and unique winter adventure.
Tour Details
- Fitness Level: Basic
- Experience Level: Advanced Beginner
You have completed 2 to 3 easy ski tours and are capable of climbing 800m over 5km. You are comfortable skiing off-piste in all sorts of snow conditions.
Group Tour (4-6 participants)
| CHF 145 per person | |
Private Tour
| 1-3 people | CHF 580 per group |
| 4-6 people | CHF 145 per person |
To book a private tour please contact us:
info@outdoor.ch
| Day | Elevation + | Elevation - | Kilometers | Walking time |
| 1/2 | 800m | 800m | 5km | approx. 3-4 hours |
Ski touring under the moonlight
You will meet your guide at our shop in Grindelwald and then drive up to Oberer Gletscher. We will park the minibus and begin our moonlit ski tour from there. You start off on mellow hills, and occasionally use the ski piste to make progress more easily. At the Stepfi Hut you will take a break and admire the views of the mighty Wetterhorn illuminated by the full moon. After the break you will continue climbing until you reach the summit of Chiemattenhubel at 2028m on the watershed between the Grindelwald and Rosenlaui valleys. A powdery descent will lead you back to the Stepfi Hut, and from there you will follow the piste back to the minibus.
| Season | December - March |
| Departures for official tours | See "Closest Bookable Dates" |
| Departures for private tours | Private tours can be booked daily |
| Meeting point | 5:30pm at the Outdoor Shop and Café - Dorfstrasse 103, 3818 Grindelwald |
- Guiding from a licenced mountain guide/ aspirant guide
- His or her expenses
- Tea to-go
- Technical equipment (avalanche transceiver)
- Your expenses
- Snacks
- Rental equipment (Ski touring equipment)
Backpack
- 20-25l
Clothing
- Warm, functional clothing
- Rain jacket
- Mountaineering or hiking pants
- Gloves (ideally one thin and one thick pair)
- Beanie or headband
- Thermal underwear
Footwear
- Ski touring boots or snowboard boots
The basics
- Thermos flask, drink bottle
- Headlamp
Technical Equipment
- Ski touring skis or splitboard with skins and tele crampons
- Ski poles (preferrably telescopic)
- LVS (avalanche transceiver)
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.