Meeting point
Julier, La Veduta
Julier, La Veduta, 7457 Surses
Ski Tour Bündner Haute Route
5 days
From Julier Pass to Davos
New peaks every day
5-7 hours of hiking per day
Season:
April April
Departure Times
11:30
Key info
Plenty of ski touring experience required
Strong skier in all types of snow
Comfortable with 6 hours of hiking carrying a pack
Able to carry skis strapped to your pack without issues
Overview
Recommended for:
Anyone who trades comfort for the view.
5-day ski tour across Graubünden: new peaks, long descents, and the feeling of truly being in nature.
This 5-day ski tour takes you across the Bündner Alps. From the barren high mountain landscape at Julier Pass to the long descents to Davos, you will encounter solitary peaks, impressive crossings, and rustic huts. Challenging ascents alternate with rewarding descents. A tour for experienced ski tourers seeking adventure.
Itinerary
Meeting points Day1
Day 1: Ascent via Fuorcla d'Agnel
After meeting up and a brief equipment check, the ascent to Fuorcla d’Agnel begins. The landscape is barren, almost surreal: rock, snow, and the vastness of nature. Crossing to the north side marks the first highlight: a descent in shaded terrain, usually with good snow. A short counter-ascent takes us to the Jenatsch Hut, deep in the high mountains. The first day ends comfortably here.
Distance
7.5 km
Ascent
+950 m
Descent
-500 m
Walking time
4-5 hrs
Day2
Day 2: Climb Piz Laviner and Descend through Val Mulix
An alpine start: The traverse below Piz Jenatsch requires concentration. Then we steadily climb to Fuorcla Laviner, where we leave the skis. The summit of Piz Laviner offers a panoramic view before heading back the same way. The long descent through Val Mulix is the reward: 1,500 meters of elevation. At the end, the train takes us to Bergün, where we stay overnight.
Distance
11.5 km
Ascent
+600 m
Descent
-1500 m
Walking time
6-7 hrs
Day3
Day 3: Ascent to Kesch Hut
Day three offers two route options: Either through Val Tuors or with an ascent over Piz Darlux. Both routes lead to Fuorcla da Funtauna and on to Kesch Hut. Depending on the weather and conditions, there may be time for a summit attempt on Piz Kesch Pitschen. The Kesch Hut is spectacularly located at the foot of the glacier: a perfect place for a peaceful night in the mountains.
Distance
11 km
Ascent
+1300 m
Descent
-100 m
Walking time
6-7 hrs
Day4
Day 4: Ski Tour to Scalettahorn and Descent to Grialetsch Hut
The route takes us through Val dal Tschüvel to Alp Funtauna, where the real ascent begins. At the top of Scalettahorn, the view stretches far into the distance: a brief moment of silence before the descent. The last challenge is the traverse to Fuorcla Vallorgia, followed by a magnificent descent to Grialetsch Hut.
Distance
13 km
Ascent
+1050 m
Descent
-1150 m
Walking time
6-7 hrs
Day5
Day 5: Descent to Davos
The last day offers variability: depending on the conditions, the mountain guide will choose the best route. One option leads over Augstenhüreli with a final, brisk descent into Sertigtal. Alternatively, it goes directly into Dischmatal if the weather is unstable. Either way, the last turn towards Davos marks the end of an impressive crossing.
Distance
11 km
Ascent
+800 m
Descent
-1500 m
Walking time
6-7 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 winter hiking pants
Sunhat
Gloves (ideally one thin and one thick pair)
Beanie or headband
Extra underwear and socks
Thermal underwear
Footwear
Ski touring boots or snowboard boots
Technical Equipment
Ski touring skis or splitboard with skins and tele crampons
Ski poles (preferrably telescopic)
LVS (avalanche transceiver)
Avalanche probe
Avalanche shovel
Avalanche airbag (optional)
Crampons with anti-snow plates
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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