Ski Tour Aletschhorn

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3 days
Ski tourers ascending to the Aletschhorn.
Challenging summit ski tour
Crampon climbing on the summit ridge
Unique panorama

Season:

March May

Departure Times

08:45

Key info

Several ski mountaineering trips under your belt
Up to 8 hours on the move and more than 1700 meters of ascent

Overview

Recommended for: Anyone who trades comfort for the view.

Long ascent, steep ridge, perfect descents: This high-altitude ski tour is demanding but rewards with the finest alpine experiences.

A ski tour for experienced high-altitude skiers. From the remote base camp at the Oberaletschhütte to the Aletschhorn, past crevasses and over a challenging ridge. At the summit, we enjoy the fantastic view. The descents are long, the seclusion impressive. Anyone wanting to come here should be well-prepared.

Itinerary

Meeting points
Day1
Day 1: Ascent to Oberaletschhütte
The meeting point is in Blatten near Naters. From there, the cable car takes us to Belalp. The approach to the Oberaletschhütte is varied as a narrow, exposed path leads to the glacier forefield. Here we shoulder our skis and ascend over moraines to the Oberaletsch Glacier. One last steep climb with skis and then we reach the hut: A remote base with views of the glaciated alpine landscape.
Distance
9 km
Ascent
+850 m
Descent
-300 m
Walking time
4-5 hrs
Day2
Day 2: Summit Day. Ski Tour to the Aletschhorn
Early in the morning, we set off. Head torches illuminate the ice of the Oberaletsch Glacier. Between crevasses and icefalls, we climb steeply uphill. Via the southwest ridge, we use crampons for easy climbing to the summit. At the top, we are rewarded with a panoramic view from the Jungfrau to Mont Blanc. The descent over wide slopes back to the hut is quick with long turns on perfect firn.
Distance
11 km
Ascent
+1700 m
Descent
-1700 m
Walking time
6-7 hrs
Day3
Day 3: Crossing the Beich Pass and Descent into the Lötschental
After breakfast, we continue. Over the Beich Glacier, we ascend to the Beich Pass. Beyond it awaits a long, enjoyable descent into the Lötschental. First wide slopes, then through sparse forest: a perfect conclusion. The tour ends in Blatten, and the experiences of the past days linger on.
Distance
9 km
Ascent
+700 m
Descent
-1850 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 point

Belalp cable car station Blatten

Rischinustrasse 5, 3914 Blatten bei Naters
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