Meeting point
OUTDOOR - Shop and Café Grindelwald
Dorfstrasse 103, 3818 Grindelwald
Ice Climbing Grindelwald
1 day
Icefall with short approach
Routes for all levels
Top rope and lead climbing possible
Season:
December March
Departure Times
Requirements
Some experience in ice climbing is required (at least 1 day of ice climbing experience)
Solid rope handling and belaying techniques are expected
Good physical fitness is beneficial
Overview
Recommended for:
Anyone who trades comfort for the view.
Perfect training ground with a short approach: top rope and/or lead climbing, refine your technique. Grow with every route.
Ice climbing in Grindelwald offers everything you need: challenging routes, cold ice, and the thrill that pushes you further. Whether you start on top rope or venture into lead climbing, you can push yourself to the limits here. With the right tips and tricks, you will definitely improve your technique.
Itinerary
Meeting points Arrival
Meeting point is in Grindelwald. After a brief introduction, we head to Ortweid in Schwendi, where a frozen waterfall awaits. There are various routes suitable for beginners and advanced climbers.
Ice Climbing
The day begins with a technical briefing and initial attempts on top rope. You get used to the grip of the crampons and the precise placement of the ice tools. After the first routes, you will be feeling the muscles in your arms: it is time to use your strength more efficiently. In the afternoon, we delve deeper: those ready can attempt lead climbing. The icefall changes with each swing of the axe, and routes may vary depending on conditions. Full concentration is crucial as every hold must be secure. We conclude with a brief analysis of the day and tips for the next steps in ice climbing.
Depending on ice conditions, the program may change at short notice.
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 winter hiking pants
Gloves (ideally one thin and one thick pair)
Beanie or headband
Thermal underwear
Footwear
Crampon proof mountaineering boots
Technical Equipment
Crampons with anti-snow plates
Harness
Sling 120 cm
Locking carabiners, approx. 3
Helmet
Abseil device
2 ice climbing axes
Ice screw (if you have one)
Basics
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 winter hiking pants
Gloves (ideally one thin and one thick pair)
Beanie or headband
Thermal underwear
Crampon proof mountaineering boots
Crampons with anti-snow plates
Harness
Sling 120 cm
Locking carabiners, approx. 3
Helmet
Abseil device
2 ice climbing axes
Ice screw (if you have one)
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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