Meeting point
OUTDOOR - Shop and Café Grindelwald
Dorfstrasse 103, 3818 Grindelwald
Basic Multi-Pitch Climbing Course
2 days
Introduction to multi-pitch climbing
Learn belay station security
Hands-on training with a climbing tour
Season:
May October
Departure Times
09:15
OUTDOOR Shop & Café, Grindelwald
Key info
Basic sport climbing technique
Knot and belay technique
Lead climbing 4b and follow climbing 5b
Good fitness
Experience in indoor climbing is sufficient – ideally, you already have minimal experience climbing outdoors.
Overview
Recommended for:
Anyone who believes every step is better taken together.
Climb pitch by pitch and conquer entire rock faces safely.
In the multi-pitch climbing course, you'll learn how to secure yourself and your partner at the belay station, communicate clearly with your partner, and rappel in a controlled manner. You'll master several pitches in succession with confidence. On the second day, you'll embark on a real climbing tour: apply your new skills directly and experience the thrill of real rock adventure.
Course details
AcademyLearning objectives
- Safe self-belaying at the anchor point
- Correct rope and belaying techniques for multi-pitch climbs
- Clear and efficient communication on the rock
- Controlled rappelling over multiple pitches
- Independent planning and execution of simple multi-pitch routes
- Confidently master lead and follow climbing
Assessment methods
Progress is continuously assessed
Ongoing observation by the mountain guide during practical exercises. Direct feedback on safety, communication, and climbing skills. Independent application of learned techniques during the tour on the second day.
Certification
Certificate: Basic Multi-Pitch Climbing Course
Upon completion of the two-day course, participants receive a certificate. This confirms successful participation in the Basic Multi-Pitch Climbing Course, but is intended as a keepsake and is not an official document.
Issued by:
Outdoor Switzerland AG
Itinerary
Meeting points Day1
Day 1: Technique Training on the Rock
On the first day, you meet the mountain guide and your group for a welcome and equipment check in Grindelwald. Together, you head to the climbing area at Gletschersand, where basic techniques like knots, belaying, and rock movements are refreshed. Then, you'll learn everything you need for multi-pitch routes: building a secure belay station, self-belaying, communicating with your climbing partner, and efficiently belaying the follower. Under professional guidance, you'll also practice controlled rappelling over multiple pitches.
Day2
Day 2: Application Tour: Experience Real Multi-Pitch Adventure
Today, we embark on a real multi-pitch tour. The area is carefully chosen based on your abilities and current conditions. You'll alternate between lead and follow climbing, applying what you've learned and independently securing yourself and your partner. The mountain guide supports you with tips to climb efficiently and enjoy the tour. The day concludes with a group reflection, where you can proudly look back on the route you've conquered.
Whats included
Guiding from a licenced mountain guide/ aspirant guide
Expenses of the mountain guide
Course Certificate
Not included
Costs for cable cars and travel expenses of the guest
Overnight stay for the guest (must be organized by yourself)
Snacks
Technical equipment
Costs for a taxi if needed (guests pay for the guide's share)
Pack list
Backpack
Backpack 25-30 l
Clothing
Warm, functional clothing
Rain jacket
Rain pants
Mountaineering or hiking pants
Sunhat
Beanie or headband
Footwear
Climbing shoes
Trekking shoes (for the approach)
Technical Equipment
Harness
Prusik
Accessory cord 4 m (min. 6 mm)
Locking carabiners, approx. 3
2 slings (120 cm)
Helmet
Descender
Sling 60 cm
Snapgate carabiner, approx. 2
Ropes (if available)
Quickdraws (if available)
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)
Snacks
Weather info
General weather info
Weather can influence any tour, and a clear decision is often only possible on the day itself. We review conditions carefully and remain within our safety limits, and bad weather alone does not mean we have to stop.
Make sure we can reach you with current contact information in case your booking changes. Silence from us means your tour is still planned or the final call is not yet made. If we need to cancel, you can rebook, choose another activity, or get a full refund.
For detailed advice on how to prepare for (and enjoy!) bad weather days in Interlaken, check out our weather blog
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