Glacier Hike in the Jungfrau Region

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4 days
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Hikers with backpacks and ropes traverse a snowy mountain landscape under a clear sky.
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Explore vast glacier landscapes
Tour for sure-footed mountain enthusiasts
Summit joy on Äbniflueh

Season:

June September

Departure Times

10:45
Jungfraujoch



Key info

Experienced mountain hiker
No technical climbing skills required
At least 5 hours hiking with a backpack
Sure-footedness

Overview

Recommended for: Anyone looking for the mountain beyond the postcard.

Four days in the heart of the high mountains: Endless glacier expanses, snow-covered peaks, and the unforgettable feeling of vastness and silence.

Explore the UNESCO World Heritage site Jungfrau-Aletsch on a multi-day glacier hike. From the impressively located mountain huts, traverse the mighty Aletsch Glacier to the summit of the Äbniflueh at 3,961 m (12,995 ft). In the heart of the high mountains, surrounded by ice and rock, experience nature in its purest form.

Itinerary

Meeting points
Day1
Day 1: Descent to Konkordia Hut
After arriving at Jungfraujoch, we rope up and hike over the Jungfraufirn to Konkordiaplatz. The ice sheet of the Aletsch Glacier stretches out before us. After climbing the stairs, we reach the Konkordia Hut at 2,850 m (9,350 ft) – the perfect place to enjoy the impressive glacier world.
Distance
8.5 km
Ascent
+150 m
Descent
-750 m
Walking time
4 hrs
Day2
Day 2: Crossing the Great Aletschfirn
Today we cross the ice expanse of Konkordiaplatz. The dimensions are impressive: ice as far as the eye can see. Along the Aletschhorn, we ascend to the Hollandia Hut at 3,240 m (10,630 ft). Here, surrounded by glaciers, the world is reduced to essentials: silence, vastness, nature.
Distance
8 km
Ascent
+550 m
Descent
-150 m
Walking time
4 hrs
Day3
Day 3: Climbing the Äbniflueh 3,961 m – the highlight!
Our summit day begins early. We ascend step by step over the Äbnifluefirn. The final ascent is steep, but then we stand at almost 4,000 m (13,123 ft) with a panorama stretching from the Valais Alps to the Swiss Plateau. After a rest, we descend back to the Hollandia Hut.
Distance
8.5 km
Ascent
+700 m
Descent
-700 m
Walking time
5 hrs
Day4
Day 4: Descent over the Lang Glacier into the Lötschental
On our last tour day, we hike down over the Lang Glacier. The landscape changes as we reach the Lötschental in the afternoon. A glass of Valais white wine rounds off the tour – a moment to reflect on the experiences of the past days.
Distance
13 km
Ascent
+100 m
Descent
-1700 m
Walking time
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

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
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