Meeting point
Bächlital hut
Bächlitalhütte, 3864 Guttannen
Climbing Tour Gross Diamantstock
1.5 days
The classic in the Bächlital
Airy ridge climbing with challenging sections
Unique summit panorama
Season:
June October
Departure Times
17:30
Bächlital Hut
Key info
Technique: 4c
Overview
Recommended for:
Anyone looking for the mountain beyond the postcard.
Climbing the Diamantstock: Every meter challenges, rewards, and takes you further, up to the summit with a dream panorama.
Climb the east ridge of the Gross Diamantstock – one of the most beautiful granite tours in the region. After the approach over glaciers and boulder terrain, challenging and varied climbing with airy passages and magnificent views awaits. Rappelling, downclimbing, and a long descent make this day a true alpine adventure.
Itinerary
Meeting points Day1
Day 1: Ascent to Bächlital Hut
The path leads from Räterichsbodensee through the Bächlital, past impressive granite boulders and streams. The approach is technically easy, but it's wise to conserve energy for the next day. In the cozy Bächlital Hut, you can exchange stories with fellow climbers and gather energy for the upcoming adventure over dinner.
Distance
4 km
Ascent
+550 m
Descent
-20 m
Walking time
2-3 hrs
Day2
Day 2: Climbing Tour on the Gross Diamantstock
Early in the morning, the ascent begins over the Bächli Glacier. After a short steep section, the route leads to the starting point. The first rope lengths require concentration before the ridge steepens. The climb remains exciting: airy passages, grippy granite, and varying challenges. At the emergency exit, the difficulty level increases slightly before you reach the summit – rewarded with a magnificent view. The descent leads over the southwest ridge and demands full attention again: downclimbing, rappelling, and glacier crossing await. After a refreshing drink at the hut, the final descent back to Räterichsbodensee follows.
Distance
11 km
Ascent
+850 m
Descent
-1400 m
Walking time
8-10 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 20-25 l
Clothing
Warm, functional clothing
Rain jacket
Rain pants
Mountaineering or hiking pants
Sunhat
Gloves (ideally one thin and one thick pair)
Beanie or headband
Footwear
Crampon proof mountaineering boots
Climbing shoes
Technical Equipment
Crampons with anti-snow plates
Harness
Ice axe
Sling 120 cm
Helmet
1 screw carabiner
Trekking pole (optional)
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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