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Ice Climbing Saxeten

Saxeten is a small village near Interlaken which remains cold and shady in the winter, creating the perfect conditions for ice climbing. A leisurely walk along the sled run takes you into the valley, where ice falls quickly come into view. Your mountain guide will select the best route based on your skill level, and you will climb until your forearms burn. You’ll end a rewarding day on the ice both tired and happy.

Quick Facts

 Ice Climbing in the hidden Saxeten Vally
 1 Tag
 Experience Level: Competent
 Fitness Level: Moderate
 Groups of max. 2 people

425 CHF 부터

425 CHF 부터

Closest Bookable Dates

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Tour Details

  • Fitness Level: Moderate
  • Experience Level: Competent

At least 3 days of prior ice climbing experience is required, in addition to sound belay skills. Good physical fitness is a must.

Group Tour (2 participants)

CHF 425 per person  
   

Private Tour

1 person CHF 850
2 people CHF 425 per person

 

To book a private tour please contact us:

0041 (0)33 224 07 01

info(at)outdoor.ch

Numerous Ice Climbing Routes to be explored

Meet your guide at the Skipintli restaurant in Saxeten. You will complete an equipment check and then begin hiking along the sled run towards the back of the valley. Ice falls will quickly come into view, and depending on your skill level, there will be single and multi-pitch routes for you to explore. This ideal winter playground will give your arms a good workout before you finish your day on the ice and retrace your steps back to the Skipintli.

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 9:05am in Saxeten

 

  • 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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