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Ice Climbing Grindelwald

In Grindelwald there are numerous possibilities for ice climbing – from easy short routes to longer, more challenging ice routes. In Schwendi, the icefall offers optimal training terrain for both beginners and advanced climbers with an easy, quick approach. In this arena every participant can top rope or lead routes based on his or her skill level.

Quick Facts

 Ice Climbing in Grindelwald
 1 Day
 Experience Level: Advanced Beginner
 Fitness Level: Moderate
 Groups of max. 4 people

270 CHF 부터

270 CHF 부터

Closest Bookable Dates

날짜 예약 가능 인원

Tour Details

At least 1 day of prior ice climbing experience is required, in addition to sound belay skills. Good physical fitness and endurance are an advantage.

Group Tour (3-4 participants)

CHF 270 per person  
   

Private Tour

1-2 people CHF 790 per group
3-4 people CHF 270 per person

 

To book a private tour please contact us:

0041 (0)33 224 07 01

info(at)outdoor.ch

Ice Climbing in Grindelwald

Meet your mountain guide in Grindelwald, check your equipment and then head to Ortweid, near the Schwendi train station in Grindelwald. In this small but wide-ranging venue, you will find frozen waterfalls for climbers of all levels. You will start with top rope climbing and later have an attempt at lead climbing. Make sure to dress warm and bring the proper layers to enjoy your day on the ice.

Depending on the ice conditions, your mountain guide may elect to change the venue at short notice.

Season December - March
Departures for official tours See "Closest Bookable Dates"
Departures for private tours Private tours can be booked daily
Meeting point 8:30am Outdoor Shop and Café - Dorfstrasse 103, 3818 Grindelwald

 

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

  • Your expenses
  • Snacks
  • Rental equipment

Backpack

  • 20-25l

Clothing

  • Warm, functional clothing
  • Rain jacket
  • Rain pants
  • Mountaineering or Ski pants
  • Gloves (ideally one thin and one thick pair)
  • Beanie or headband
  • Thermal underwear 

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
  • Helmet
  • Descender
  • 3-4 Locking Carabiner
  • 120cm sling
  • Prussik and 4m accessory cord
  • Ice screw
  • Ice axe for steep ice climbing

 

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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