Meeting point
Grindelwald Terminal
Grundstrasse 54, 3818 Grindelwald
Oberland Traverse with Skis
5 days
5 peaks over 4000m in 5 days
Glacier landscape of the Bernese Alps
Long, challenging descents
Season:
March May
Departure Times
07:40
Key info
Repeated experience of high-altitude ski touring
Walking times of up to 10 hours & over 1,500 meters of elevation gain
Overview
Recommended for:
Anyone who trades comfort for the view.
5 days, 5 peaks, endless glaciers. A ski tour that takes you deep into the heart of the Bernese Alps.
This challenging ski tour crosses glacier fields and high mountain passes to the most distinctive peaks of the Bernese Alps. From the Mönch to the Finsteraarhorn, long ascents and impressive descents test your stamina and technique. 5 intense days in the high mountains that vividly demonstrate what true ski traverses are all about.
Itinerary
Meeting points Day1
Day 1: Mönch. Start with an exposed ridge
The meeting point is at Grindelwald Terminal, then we take the cable car and train to Jungfraujoch. We cross the glacier to reach the southeast ridge of the Mönch, where we leave our skis. The final section over the exposed snow ridge requires concentration, but the view from the summit rewards every step. Descent to the Mönchsjochhütte, where we spend the first night.
Distance
4 km
Ascent
+680 m
Descent
-500 m
Walking time
5-6 hrs
Day2
Day 2: Summit ski tour to the Jungfrau
We start early and traverse the glacier to the 'Sporn'. The route leads over snow slopes and rocks to the Rottalsattel, where we leave our skis. With crampons, we ascend to the summit of the Jungfrau. The descent over the Aletsch Glacier to the Konkordia Hut is impressive: steep sections, vast glacier fields and pure alpine terrain.
Distance
13.5 km
Ascent
+1050 m
Descent
-1850 m
Walking time
7-8 hrs
Day3
Day 3: Gross Grünhorn. Through the eternal ice
The longest day of the tour begins with an ascent over the Ewig Schneefeld. The path to the saddle between Grünegghorn and Grünhorn requires strength before we reach the summit. The view of the Bernese 4000 meter peaks is magnificent. Descent back to the Konkordia Place, before we reach the Finsteraarhorn Hut via the Grünhornlücke.
Distance
11 km
Ascent
+1700 m
Descent
-1500 m
Walking time
9-10 hrs
Day4
Day 4: Finsteraarhorn – Highest peak of the Bernese Alps
The Finsteraarhorn, at 4,274m the highest point of our tour, awaits us. The ascent over the Hugisattel and the NW ridge requires secure climbing with skins and surefootedness with crampons. Reaching the summit is a breathtaking moment. Then we return to the hut to recover from the tour.
Distance
5 km
Ascent
+1200 m
Descent
-1200 m
Walking time
6-7 hrs
Day5
Day 5: Descent to Reckingen. Finish in Valais
After a short ascent to the Bächilücke, a long descent into Valais awaits. The terrain alternates between wide slopes and steep sections. In Reckingen, we conclude the tour with a glass of Valais wine. 5 days full of ski touring experiences are behind us.
Distance
14.5 km
Ascent
+700 m
Descent
-2400 m
Walking time
4-5 hrs
Whats included
Guiding from a licenced mountain guide/ aspirant guide
Expenses of the mountain guide
Overnight stay(s) with half-board for the mountain guide
Hut reservation
Not included
Costs for cable cars and travel expenses of the guest
Overnight stay(s) in bunk room with half-board for the guest
Snacks
Technical equipment
Costs for a taxi if needed (guests pay for the guide's share)
Pack list
Backpack
Backpack 30-35 l
Clothing
Warm, functional clothing
Rain jacket
Rain pants
Mountaineering or winter 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
Technical Equipment
Crampons with anti-snow plates
Harness
Ice axe
Sling 120 cm
Ski touring skis or splitboard with skins and tele crampons
Ski poles (preferrably telescopic)
Helmet
LVS (avalanche transceiver)
Avalanche probe
Avalanche shovel
1 screw carabiner
Basics
Sunglasses (category 3 or 4)
Sunscreen lotion and lip balm (minimum factor 30, 50 better)
Thermos flask, drink bottle
Headlamp
Silk sleeping bag liner
Toiletries
SAC/DAV permit (if you have one)
GA or Half Fare Travelcard (if you have)
Earplugs (optional)
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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