Snowshoe Tour at the Jungfrau-Aletsch UNESCO World Heritage site
Spend an unforgettable 4 days hiking through the Jungfrau-Aletsch UNESCO World Heritage site. This multi-day snowshoe tour offers remarkable views of the Bernese Alps and includes a special highlight on the third day with a summit of Aebniflueh at 3892 meters. With glacier treks, mountain huts, and unmatched alpine views, this safe, guided multi-day tour is a MUST for any passionate snowshoe hiker.
Tour Details
- Fitness Level: Moderate
- Experience Level: Advanced Beginner
You have prior snowshoeing experience. The hiking during these 4 days takes place between 2800m and almost 4000m, so you must be in shape to handle the altitude demands of this tour.
Group Tour (4-6 participants)
| CHF 1190 per person | |
Private Tour
| 1 person | CHF 3590 |
| 2 people | CHF 1990 per person |
| 3 people | CHF 1490 per person |
| 4-6 people | CHF 1190 per person |
To book a private tour please contact us:
| Day | Elevation + | Elevation - | Kilometers | Walking time |
| 1 | 150m | 750m | 8km | approx. 4 hours |
| 2 | 550m | 150m | 9km | approx. 4-5 hours |
| 3 | 720m | 720m | 9km | approx. 5-6 hours |
| 4 | 0m | 1700m | 13km | approx. 5-6 hours |
Day 1: Descent to the Konkordia Hut 2850m
Meet your guide at the Jungfraujoch and then descend over the glacier to Konkordiaplatz. A series of metal stairs will lead you up to the Konkordia Hut, where you will have incredible views of the Aletsch Glacier and the surrounding mountains.
Day 2: Cross the Great Aletschfirn
You will descend the steps to return to the glacier. A long traverse of the Konkordiaplatz and an ascent along the Dreieckhorn and Aletschhorn will lead you to the Hollandia Hut at 3240m.
Day 3: The highlight! Ascent of Aebniflueh at 3962m
Early in the morning you will start towards Aebniflueh. You will gently climb over the Aebniflueh glacier and then overcome a steep section before reaching the nearly 4000 meter summit. This pristine location clearly reveals why this location is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You will spend the night at the Hollandia Hut.
Day 4: Descent over the Lang Glacier into the Lötschental Valley
Today it's all downhill. The blue and snow-covered glaciers appear in all their glory, and the farther we hike, the richer the flora becomes. The tour ends in the afternoon in the Lötschen valley, in Blatten. We’ll have a quick meal and drink to round out the trip as we reflect on the experiences of the past few days.
| Season | March - May |
| Departures for official tours | See "Closest Bookable Dates" |
| Departures for private tours | Private tours can be booked daily |
| Meeting point | 10:15am at the Coffee Bar at Jungfraujoch |
- Guiding from a licenced mountain guide/ aspirant guide
- His or her expenses
- 3 nights in bunk room with half-board
- Tea for the next day
- Your expenses
- Snacks
- Rental equipment
- Costs for cable car / train / bus tickets
- Costs for a taxi if needed (guests pay for the guides share)
Backpack
- 30-35l
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
- Crampon proof mountaineering boots or solid and warm winter boots
The basics
- Sunglasses (category 3 or 4)
- Thermos flask, drink bottle
- Silk sleeping bag liner
- Headlamp
- Toiletries
- Sunscreen lotion and lip balm (minimum factor 30, 50 better)
- 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
- 1 Locking Carabiner
- Ski poles (preferrably telescopic)
- Robust snow shoes with tele crampons
- LVS (avalanche transceiver)
- Avalanche probe
- Avalanche shovel
- Gaiters
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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