Meeting point
Station Eigergletscher
Station Eigergletscher, 3823 Lauterbrunnen
Climbing Tour Rotstock West Ridge
1 day
Alpine climbing with views
Impressive Eiger North Face backdrop
Crux at grade 4c
Season:
June October
Departure Times
09:10
Eigergletscher Station
Key info
Technique: 3rd/4th grade difficulty with crux at 4c
Overview
Recommended for:
Anyone who trades comfort for the view.
The Rotstock West Ridge calls: Beautiful climbing, airy & fun passages, right next to the Eiger North Face.
The climbing tour via the West Ridge to Rotstock is perfect for anyone seeking an alpine climbing adventure. The route offers airy climbing with a magnificent view of the Eiger's west flank and a challenging crux at grade 4 awaits you. At the summit, we meet those who have ascended via the via ferrata from the other side.
Itinerary
Meeting points Approach
We take the gondola to the Eigergletscher and after a short walk reach the start of the route.
Climbing Tour
The West Ridge offers varied climbing at grades 2 and 3. Sometimes we climb on the warm south side, sometimes directly on the ridge with a wide view into the valley. The crux at grade 4 requires precision and secure grip. Proudly, we reach the summit at 2,663 m above sea level.
Summit
We enjoy our lunch and the panorama of the towering trio: Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau.
Descent
The descent follows the normal route back to the train station, where we leisurely conclude the tour.
Whats 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
Trekking pole (optional)
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
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
Meeting points
Meeting points
Activity location