Ski Tour Gemmenalphorn
Indulge in a variety of alpine views as you ski tour from Beatenberg to the small summit of Gemmenalphorn. On the ascent you take in views from the ridge, with Lake Thun on one side, and the Justistal and surrounding peaks on the other. Further along, the view to the south is dominated by 4000-meter peaks of the Bernese Alps. With enough snow, this guided tour has the option to end with a dynamite downhill run all the way to Lake Thun.
Tour Details
- Fitness Level: Basic
- Experience Level: Advanced Beginner
You have prior ski touring experience and enjoy skiing off-piste. Hiking uphill for 3-4 hours is not a problem for you.
Group Tour (4-6 participants)
| CHF 215 per person | |
Private Tour
| 1-3 people | CHF 850 per group |
| 4-6 people | CHF 215 per person |
To book a private tour please contact us:
info@outdoor.ch
| Day | Elevation + | Elevation - | Kilometers | Walking time |
| 1 | 500m | 1800m | 11.5km | approx. 5 hours |
Day 1: High above Lake Thun: Burgfeldstand and Gemmenalphorn
Indulge in a variety of alpine views from the Oberland to the Emmental as you ski tour from Beatenberg to the small summit of Gemmenalphorn. The Niederhorn cable car takes you to the starting point where you begin your tour along the Güggisgrat ridge. On the ascent you take in contrasting views from the ridge, with Lake Thun on one side, and the Justistal and surrounding peaks on the other. You enjoy your first descent down to Chüematte before climbing to the summit of Gemmenalphorn. From here you will see the mellow hills of the Emmental to the north, while the view to the south is dominated by 4000-meter peaks of the Bernese Alps. With enough snow, this guided tour has the option to end with a dynamite downhill run all the way to Lake Thun.
| 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 in Beatenberg, at the bottom station of the cable car to the Niederhorn |
- Guiding from a licenced mountain guide/ aspirant guide
- His or her expenses
- Your expenses
- Snacks
- Rental equipment
- Costs for cable cars
- Costs for a taxi if needed (guests pay for the guides share)
Backpack
- 20-25l
Clothing
- Warm, functional clothing
- Rain jacket
- Rain pants
- Mountaineering or hiking pants
- Sunhat
- Gloves (ideally one thin and one thick pair)
- Beanie or headband
- 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
- GA or Half Fare Travelcard (if you have)
- Camera and binoculars (optional)
Technical Equipment
- Ski touring skis or Splitboard with skins and tele crampons
- Ski poles (preferrably telescopic)
- LVS (avalanche transceiver)
- Avalanche probe
- Avalanche shovel
- Avalanche airbag (optional)
- Ski helmet (optional but recommended)
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.