Meeting point
Schreckhorn hut
Schreckhornhütte, 3818 Grindelwald
Schreckhorn-Lauteraarhorn Traverse
3 days
THE traverse of the Swiss Alps
2 challenging 4000-meter peaks
Impressive panorama
Season:
July September
Departure Times
05:30
Schreckhorn Hut for dinner
Key info
Years of extensive touring experience & regular outings
Overview
Recommended for:
Anyone who trades comfort for the view.
THE traverse par excellence in the Swiss Alps.
Crossing the Schreckhorn and Lauteraarhorn is a proud addition to any mountaineer's achievements. The tour demands surefootedness, endurance, and technique. The fantastic view from these two 4000-meter peaks, entirely on Bernese soil, is absolutely unique. It is THE traverse par excellence in the Swiss Alps!
Itinerary
Meeting points Day1
Day 1: Independent Ascent to Schreckhorn Hut
We gain the first altitude with the Pfingstegg cable car before starting the hike to the remote Schreckhorn Hut. The wild nature is unique and impressive. After about 5 hours, we enjoy a cool drink on the sun terrace of the Schreckhorn Hut at 2,530 m above sea level.
Distance
8.3 km
Ascent
+1380 m
Descent
-220 m
Walking time
4-5 hrs
Day2
Day 2: The Crossing
Very early in the morning, we leave the hut and soon reach the glacier. Over a steep bergschrund and through a traverse of the south wall couloir, we reach the breakfast spot at dawn. In delightful climbing, we ascend step by step until we stand on the Schreckhorn at 4,078 m above sea level! Here the tour truly begins. The traverse over the connecting ridge to the Lauteraarhorn is technically demanding and airy. We enjoy the great climbing up to the Lauteraarhorn at 4,042 m above sea level. After the long descent back to the Schreckhorn Hut, we end the day comfortably in the hut.
Distance
9 km
Ascent
+2250 m
Descent
-2250 m
Walking time
11-13 hrs
Day3
Day 3: Descent to Grindelwald
Today we take the path back to Grindelwald, where we arrive around noon.
Distance
8.3 km
Ascent
+220 m
Descent
-1380 m
Walking time
3-4 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(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
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
Sling 120 cm
1 screw carabiner
Trekking pole (optional)
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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