OUTDOOR Mountain School Grindelwald

Mountain Guides Grindelwald since 1898

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Mountain guide on the Oberaarhorn with sunrise in the background

We Live Mountain Sports

...and accompany you on training courses and guided tours on rock, ice, and snow.

The OUTDOOR Mountain School Grindelwald brings you close to the mountains. Whether training or guided tour: start your mountain sports career with us, continue to develop, or simply enjoy nature. Ski tours, alpine courses, and summit goals like Jungfrau or Eiger are part of our program.

Since 1898, Grindelwald mountain guides have been leading guests into the mountains. We are at home where this profession was born. All our mountain guides are IVBV-certified, with quality and safety as our focus. Our group tours accommodate 4 to 6 people, and only on selected tours do we guide up to 8 people on a rope - the experience and you as a guest are at the center.

Winter Mountain Sports

Our winter offerings include training and guided tours - from ski techniques to summit ascents.

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Winter Training Courses

Winter courses focused on practice, safety, and alpine knowledge.

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Winter Tours

Guided ski tours, ice climbing, and winter experiences for all levels.

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Weekly Winter Activities Grindelwald

A weekly programme of diverse guided tours

Basic Course Ski Touring

Basic Ski Touring Course: Safety, technique, tour planning - learn and put into practice.

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Summer Mountain Sports

In summer, rock, ice, and alpine paths await. Choose between training courses or guided tours and experience the mountains up close.

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Summer Training Courses

Techniques and safety for climbing, mountaineering, and alpine hiking.

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Summer Tours

Guided hikes, via ferratas, and summit tours for all levels.

Aletsch Glacier Hike

Two-day hike on the Aletsch Glacier with an overnight stay at the Konkordia Hut.

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Mountain Knowledge and Inspiration

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Mountain Guides Grindelwald

For every mountain tour, you need a pro. Find your mountain guide in Grindelwald here.

Find a Mountain Guide

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Tips for Your First 4000er

Planning your first 4000er? Our tips on how to best prepare.

Tips for Your First 4000er

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Climbing the Eiger North Face

The Eiger North Face up close: a personal account of the struggle through rock and ice.

To the North Face Article

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Sturdy hiking or mountaineering boots required

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Aletsch Glacier Hike (1)

Sturdy hiking or mountaineering boots required

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By phone, email, or in person on site.

You can cancel mountain sports activities free of charge up to 30 days before the start. After that, the full amount is due.

Mountaineering (2)

By phone, email, or in person on site.

You can cancel mountain sports activities free of charge up to 30 days before the start. After that, the full amount is due.

Summit Tours (2)

By phone, email, or in person on site.

You can cancel mountain sports activities free of charge up to 30 days before the start. After that, the full amount is due.

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Glacier Ski Touring (1)

Yes, our tours and courses are led by certified IVBV mountain guides or apprentice guides.

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Yes, our tours and courses are led by certified IVBV mountain guides or apprentice guides.

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Yes, our tours and courses are led by certified IVBV mountain guides or apprentice guides.

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A mountain hut is a simple accommodation with only the necessities.

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A mountain hut is a simple accommodation with only the necessities.

Summit Tours (1)

A mountain hut is a simple accommodation with only the necessities.