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Lauteraarhorn

Alongside the Schreckhorn, the Lauteraarhorn is the only four-thousander that stands entirely in the canton of Bern. Due to its remoteness, the mountain is rarely visited; the route from the Aarbiwak should be on every mountaineer’s wish list!

Quick Facts

 Climb one of the less known 4000m peaks
 3 Days
 Experience Level: Advanced
 Fitness Level: Very Sporty
 Overnight stay at the Aarbiwak and Schreckhorn hut included
 Summit Certificate

CHF 2590 부터

CHF 2590 부터

Tour Details

Private Tour

1 person CHF 2590

Day Elevation + Elevation - Kilometers Walking time
1 1000m 200m 16km approx. 6-7 hours
2 1400m 1600m 8km approx. 10-12 hours
3 150m 1350m 6.5km approx. 4 hours

 

Day 1: Approach to Aarbiwak 2733m

A hiking trail leads from the Grimsel Hospice along the shores of the Grimselsee. With a little up and down, we soon reach the ragged remains of the Unteraar glacier. A few short breaks are all we can afford, as the day is long. After passing beneath the Lauteraar hut, we turn left and join the Finsteraar glacier, with its many glacier tables. Before reaching the steeper, crevassed zone below the Finsteraarhorn’s impressive NE face, we turn left and join the Strahlegg glacier for a short time. Finally the hut comes into view on the right and we steer towards it: dinner awaits at the top of the moraine!

Day 2: Lauteraarhorn 4042m

We start out early over the Strahlegg glacier. After roughly 2.5 kilometres we turn north into a rocky gully. The gully soon opens up into a broad couloir and changes to snow. In crampons we continue up the steep snow towards a small saddle on the summit ridge. The final metres along the ridge to the summit are more relaxed, some enjoyable climbing leads to the highest point at 4042 m. To reach this remote peak takes a lot of work, but when you reach the top it feels totally worth it. For the descent we can follow a pronounced rib down to what’s known as the “Schraubengang”, a debris covered ledge which cuts diagonally down across the mountain to the SW ridge, which in turn is followed to the Strahleggpass. From there, a healthy dose of zigzagging takes us down to the Obers Ischmeer glacier, before a leisurely stroll leads along and shortly up to the Schreckhorn hut. After a large “panache”, common practice is to sink into a coma.

Day 3: Descent to Grindelwald

The day starts at a more civilized time today. A fine breakfast gives us new energy to tackle the descent to Grindelwald. With the first light of day we leave the cozy Schreckhornhütte and hike towards the valley on a blue and white marked hiking trail. Numerous small re-ascents bully our tired limbs.

Soon the vegetation grows thicker: a miniature alpine rain forest lines the path beyond Banisegg. Near Bäregg we meet sheep; in the restaurant there’s a slice of cake with your name on it. Though a short ride, the final descent via Pfingsteggbahn is much appreciated.

Season June - September
Departures for private tours Private tours can be booked daily
Meeting point 10:15am Grimsel Hospiz

 

  • 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
  • SAC / DAV permit (if you have)
  • 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

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

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Winter rentals

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