Ski Tour Aletschhorn
The Aletschhorn rises high above the Aletsch Glacier and the Aletsch Firn. A skitour to this summit is a long and strenuous undertaking, but is rewarded with a beautiful view. Our base camp for the tour is the cozy Oberaletsch hut. The ascent to the Aletschorn is varied and exciting, the descent is rushing. From the Oberaletschhütte we reach the Lötschental via the Beichpass and can once again enjoy a great downhill run. A worthwhile skitour for which you should definitely be well prepared.
Tour Details
- Fitness Level: Very Sporty
- Experience Level: Competent
Private Tour
| 1 person | CHF 2595 |
| 2 people | CHF 1495 per person |
| Day | Elevation + | Elevation - | Kilometers | Walking time |
| 1 | 850m | 300m | 9km | approx. 4-5 hours |
| 2 | 1700m | 1700m | 11km | approx. 6-7 hours |
| 3 | 700m | 1850m | 9km | approx. 5 hours |
Day 1: hut approach to the Oberaletsch hut 2640m
From our meeting point in Blatten near Naters we continue by cable car to Belalp. From here the ascent to the Oberaletsch hut is an adventurous one: we approach the glacier along an exposed trail carrying our skis. We follow the glacial moraine and finally reach the Oberaletsch Glacier. After a final steep ascent we eventually reach the hut.
Day 2: Summit ski tour to the Aletschhorn 4193m
We start out very early and climb up the Oberaletsch Glacier. As the sun rises we find ourselves steeply switchbacking up towards the south west reidge between a maze of crevasses and jagged seracs. We continue on up with crampons and finally reach the second highest peak in the Bernese Alps. A spectacular descent re tracing our steps to the hut lies ahead.
Day 3: Crossing Beichpass 3128m into Lötschental
An ascent up the Beich Glacier takes us to the pass that gives the glacier its name. After a short descent on foot followed by a long ski down, we arrive in Blatten in Lötschental.
| Season | March - May |
| Departures for private tours | Private tours can be booked daily |
| Meeting point | 8:45am in Blatten near Naters at the bottom lift station of the Belalp cable car |
- 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
- Costs for a taxi if needed (guests pay for the guides share)
Backpack
- 25-30l
Clothing
- Warm, functional clothing
- Rain jacket
- Rain pants
- Mountaineering or hiking pants
- Sunhat
- Gloves (ideally one thin and one thick pair)
- Beanie or headband
- Extra underwear and socks
- Thermal underwear
Footwear
- Ski touring boots or snowboard 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 one)
- 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
- Ski touring skis or splitboard with skins and tele crampons
- Ski poles (preferrably telescopic)
- LVS (avalanche transceiver)
- Avalanche probe
- Avalanche shovel
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
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