Lagginhorn
At 4010m, the Lagginhorn is the smallest four-thousander in Switzerland. The route to the summit of the Lagg'ii, as the people of Saas call the mountain, is beautiful and is also suitable for mountaineers who do not have that much experience. Enjoy the easy climbing on the rope of our mountain guide!
Tour Details
- Fitness Level: Sporty
- Experience Level: Advanced Beginner
Private Tour
| 1 person | CHF 1650 |
| 2 people | CHF 890 per person |
| Day | Elevation + | Elevation - | Kilometers | Walking time |
| 1 | 0m | 0m | 0km | 0 hours |
| 2 | 1300m | 1300m | 6km | approx. 5-6 hours |
Day 1: Meeting point at Berghaus Hohsaas 3200m
From Saas Grund the Hohsaas cableway leads you directly up to Berghaus Hohsaas. Your guide will meet you at the hut shortly before dinner time.
Day 2: Climbing the Lagginhorn 4010m
In the light of our headlamps we traverse over talus to the Lagginhorn glacier. We cross this and ascend to reach the west ridge of the Lagginhorn. From here it's easier. We follow the rocky ridge, which broadens into a slope and finally leads up the summit. The Lagginhorn 4010m offers an impressive view of the many 4000m peaks around Saas Fee as well as the town itself. After a long rest at the summit, we descend again on the same route to the Berghaus Hohsaas. There we treat ourselves to a cold drink before the gondola takes us back to Saas-Grund.
| Season | June - September |
| Departures for private tours | See "closest bookable dates" |
| Meeting point | 5:30pm Berghaus Hohsaas |
- Guiding from a licenced mountain guide/ aspirant guide
- Expenses and 1 overnight for the mountain guide
- Hut reservation
- Summit Certificate
- Your expenses
- 1 night in bunk room with half-board and tea for the next day
- Snacks
- Rental equipment
Backpack
- 25-30l
Clothing
- Warm, functional clothing
- Windbreaker or GoreTex™ jacket
- Light windbreaker or GoreTex™ pants
- Mountaineering or hiking pants
- Sunhat
- Gloves (ideally one thin and one thick pair)
- Beanie or headband
- Thermal underwear
- 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
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.