Meeting point
OUTDOOR - Shop and Café Grindelwald
Dorfstrasse 103, 3818 Grindelwald
Hiking Tour to Schreckhorn Hut
2 days
Challenging hiking trail
Hut overnight stay
Impressive mountain scenery
Season:
July October
Departure Times
08:30
OUTDOOR Shop & Café, Grindelwald
Key info
Experienced mountain hiker
Sure-footed and free from vertigo
At least 7h hiking with a backpack
Overview
Recommended for:
Anyone looking for the mountain beyond the postcard.
Hike to the secluded Schreckhorn Hut and immerse yourself in the alpine world.
A challenging hike through the wild Grindelwald Valley: Over partly steep paths, ladders, and rock steps to the remote Schreckhorn Hut. There, an overnight stay in the tranquility of the mountains awaits before heading back to the valley after a glacier circuit with impressive views.
Itinerary
Meeting points Day1
Day 1: Ascent to Schreckhorn Hut
We start in Grindelwald and take the gondola to Pfingstegg. From here, the path first leads to Berghaus Bäregg with views of the impressive Fiescherwand. After a short break, we climb over solitary paths to Bänisegg and further to the 'Nails'. There, ladders and rock steps await us. The final stretch to the Schreckhorn Hut leads through impressive boulder terrain with views of the glacier. Arriving at 2,527 m above sea level, we enjoy the silence of the mountain world and the cozy hut atmosphere.
Distance
6.5 km
Ascent
+1350 m
Descent
-150 m
Walking time
5-6 hrs
Day2
Day 2: Circuit back to Grindelwald
After a hearty breakfast, we head onto the lower Grindelwald Glacier. In the middle of the ice, we feel the power of nature before crossing to the other side of the valley. Here, there are hardly any marked paths – the descent requires full concentration. After the bridge at Zäsenbergbach, we ascend again on the other side of the valley to Bäregg. With a final rest and a view of the glacier, we conclude the tour before hiking the last stretch back to Grindelwald.
Distance
7.5 km
Ascent
+250 m
Descent
-1450 m
Walking time
5-7 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 25-30 l
Clothing
Warm, functional clothing
Rain jacket
Rain pants
Mountaineering or hiking pants
Sunhat
Beanie or headband
Extra underwear and socks
Footwear
Crampon proof mountaineering boots
Technical Equipment
Basics
Light gloves
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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