Meeting point
Rosenlaui parking glacier canyon
Rosenlaui Gletscherschlucht, 3860 Schattenhalb
Climbing Tour Klein and Gross Simelistock
1 day
A classic in the Engelhörner
10 pitches with alpine character
Limestone climbing with a view
Season:
July September
Departure Times
07:00
Rosenlaui parking glacier canyon
By arrangement, depending on the travel route. We will safely drive together to Rychenbachalp.
Key info
Technique: 4b
Overview
Recommended for:
Anyone looking for the mountain beyond the postcard.
Wild rock, exposed climbing: The Simelistock traverse challenges you and rewards with a magnificent view.
A varied climb on solid limestone with exposed sections and a spectacular view into the Ochsental. The descent requires surefootedness and includes several abseils. Ideal for those seeking alpine climbing with breathtaking views.
Itinerary
Meeting points Approach
From the parking lot at Rychenbachalp, we first walk to the start of the route.
Climbing Tour
The first pitches lead over solid limestone to the Klein Simelistock before the route transitions into a more airy ridge section. The traverse to the Gross Simelistock is exposed but not too technically difficult. After 10 pitches, we reach the summit, and the view into the wild Ochsental rewards the effort.
Step
The descent is via several abseils and an scrambling down an alpine path back to the Engelhorn hut, from where we return to the parking lot.
What's included
Guiding from a licenced mountain guide/ aspirant guide
Expenses of the mountain guide
Not included
Costs for cable cars and travel expenses of 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
Beanie or headband
Footwear
Crampon proof mountaineering boots
Technical Equipment
Harness
Sling 120 cm
Helmet
1 screw carabiner
Basics
Light gloves
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
Backpack 20-25 l
Warm, functional clothing
Rain jacket
Rain pants
Mountaineering or hiking pants
Sunhat
Beanie or headband
Crampon proof mountaineering boots
Harness
Sling 120 cm
Helmet
1 screw carabiner
Light gloves
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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