Meeting point
OUTDOOR - Shop and Café Grindelwald
Dorfstrasse 103, 3818 Grindelwald
Ski Tour from Grindelwald to Rosenlaui
2 days
2 days, 2 peaks
Overnight stay at Hotel Schwarzwaldalp
5-7 hours of hiking per day
Season:
December March
Departure Times
08:45
Key info
Ski touring experience required
A strong skier who handles black runs with ease
Comfortable with 5 hours of hiking while carrying a pack
Overview
Recommended for:
Anyone who trades comfort for the view.
Two peaks, a night in Rosenlaui, and long descents: this tour combines winter adventure, relaxation, and ski touring excitement.
From Grindelwald First across wide snowfields to Gemschberg and the next day over untouched slopes to Wildgärst. Two days in alpine seclusion with breathtaking descents. Evenings in cozy accommodation, mornings with fresh snow. A tour for those who want to experience the mountains on a deeper level.
Itinerary
Meeting points Day1
Day 1: To Gemschberg
The meeting point is in Grindelwald. We take the cable car and chairlift up to Oberjoch. After an initial descent, we attach skins and ascend from Grindel Oberläger via the normal route to Gemschberg. With some luck, we might encounter chamois along the way. From the summit, we are rewarded with a wide, varied descent: first over open slopes down to Heidbiel, followed by a short climb to Chiemattenhubel, before continuing to Schwarzwaldalp. Here we enjoy a cozy night in Rosenlaui.
Distance
13 km
Ascent
+900 m
Descent
-1900 m
Walking time
5-6 hrs
Day2
Day 2: Ski Tour to Wildgärst
In the morning, we start through the Rosenlaui Valley, past frozen waterfalls and snow-covered pines. Depending on conditions, we choose to ascend either via Hagelseewli or Wischbääch. Once at Wart, the summit of Wildgärst is in sight. The final section is done on foot or with skis, depending on snow conditions. From the summit, the view stretches over the Bernese Alps down to the lakes. After a dream descent, we return via Grosse Scheidegg to Grindelwald.
Distance
17 km
Ascent
+1500 m
Descent
-1800 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)
Basics
Sunglasses (category 3 or 4)
Sunscreen lotion and lip balm (minimum factor 30, 50 better)
Thermos flask, drink bottle
Headlamp
Toiletries
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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