Meeting point
Grimsel Hospiz
Am Grimselpass, 3864 Guttannen
Lauteraarhorn
3 days
Remote 4,000-meter peak
Solitary high mountain landscape
Challenging climbing sections
Season:
June September
Departure Times
10:15
Grimsel Hospiz
Key info
Extensive high-altitude touring experience required
Overview
Recommended for:
Anyone who trades comfort for the view.
A solitary 4,000-meter peak, a challenging route, and pure mountaineering joy – the Lauteraarhorn awaits you.
The Lauteraarhorn tour is an alpine challenge. Three days full of glaciers, climbing, and demanding terrain. A remote bivouac, a wild ridge, and the well-earned summit moment. Those who stand here have truly earned their ascent. A tour for mountaineers seeking solitude and real adventure.
Itinerary
Meeting points Day1
Day 1: Approach to Aar Bivouac 2,733 m (8,967 ft)
The long but varied ascent to Aar Bivouac requires perseverance. From Grimsel Hospiz, a trail leads along Grimselsee before reaching the Unteraar Glacier. Passing the Lauteraar Hut, the route continues onto the Finsteraar Glacier. Just before the glacier breaks, the route heads northwest onto the Strahlegg Glacier. The final stretch over moraine debris demands concentration once more. The Aar Bivouac lies solitary amidst an impressive glacier landscape. We spend the night here to set off early the next morning.
Distance
16 km
Ascent
+1000 m
Descent
-200 m
Walking time
6-7 hrs
Day2
Day 2: Summit Tour to Lauteraarhorn 4,042 m (13,261 ft)
We start before dawn. The route gradually steepens over the Strahlegg Glacier. The south face couloir requires precise climbing over snow and rock before reaching the southeast ridge. Now follows the most beautiful climbing of the tour. The ridge elegantly ascends to the summit, where the effort is rewarded with breathtaking views. But the tour isn't over yet. We descend through the Schraubengang to the southwest ridge and continue to Strahlegg Pass. After many meters of descent, we reach the Schreckhorn Hut, where we enjoy a refreshing drink.
Distance
8 km
Ascent
+1400 m
Descent
-1600 m
Walking time
10-12 hrs
Day3
Day 3: Descent to Grindelwald
After two intense days, we take it easier today. We descend first over rock steps with ladders and iron rungs on the blue-white marked path. The body feels the elevation gain of the past days, but the magnificent mountain world compensates for the effort. Gradually, the vegetation becomes denser, and the valley comes closer. At the Bäregg Hut, we take one last break before tackling the final meters to the Pfingstegg cable car. From here, it's a relaxed journey back to Grindelwald.
Distance
6.5 km
Ascent
+150 m
Descent
-1350 m
Walking time
4 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
Summit Certificate
Not included
Costs for cable cars and travel expenses of the guest
Overnight stay in the biwak for guest and mountain guide
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)
The Aar bivouac is not staffed. Guests pay the overnight fee on-site and cover the costs for dinner and breakfast supplies.
The overnight stay with half board at the Schreckhorn hut for the mountain guide is included in the tour price. Guests pay for their own overnight stay with half board and other expenses directly at the hut.
Pack list
Backpack
Backpack 25-30 l
Clothing
Warm, functional clothing
Wind jacket or GTX jacket
Shell pants
Mountaineering or hiking pants
Sunhat
Gloves (ideally one thin and one thick pair)
Beanie or headband
Extra underwear and socks
Footwear
Crampon proof mountaineering boots
Technical Equipment
Crampons with anti-snow plates
Harness
Ice axe
Helmet
Basics
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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