Meeting point
Jungfraujoch
Jungfraujoch, 3801 Jungfraujoch
Ski Tour over the Bächilücke
2 days
Cross 5 different glaciers
Descent through the remote Bächital
4–5 hours of hiking per day
Season:
March May
Departure Times
10:15
Key info
Ski touring experience required
Able to handle descents in mixed snow conditions
Comfortable with 4 hours of hiking while carrying a pack
Overview
Recommended for:
Anyone who trades comfort for the view.
Beautiful glacier ski tour with overnight hut stay and a long descent into the valley.
This glacier ski tour takes you through the high alpine world of the Jungfrau region. After descending to Konkordiaplatz and ascending to Grünhornlücke, we enjoy the hut atmosphere at 3,048 meters (10,000 feet) above sea level. The next morning, we head over the Bächilücke, followed by one of the longest descents in the Alps down to the valley to Reckingen. A true experience for all ski tour enthusiasts.
Itinerary
Meeting points Day1
Day 1: Ascent to the Finsteraarhorn Hut
We start from the Jungfraujoch with a descent over the glacier to Konkordiaplatz. A short stop, then the ascent begins through the impressive glacier world to Grünhornlücke. Up here, the view of the Finsteraarhorn opens up: the perfect moment to take a pause. After the descent with a short counter-ascent, we reach the Finsteraarhorn Hut: here, there's warm food and a chance to enjoy the tranquility of the mountains.
Distance
13.5 km
Ascent
+660 m
Descent
-1080 m
Walking time
3-4 hrs
Day2
Day 2: Ascent to Bächilücke. Descent to Reckingen
Early in the morning, we start with a short descent before putting on skins. Over the Galmigletscher, we head to Bächilücke: with each meter of altitude, the view becomes wilder. The summit panorama is absolutely unique. Then comes the descent through the Bächital: first wide and open, later past ancient larch trees down to Reckingen. One last look back, and then off to the train.
Distance
14.5 km
Ascent
+700 m
Descent
-2400 m
Walking time
4-5 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
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
Harness
Sling 120 cm
Ski touring skis or splitboard with skins and tele crampons
Ski poles (preferrably telescopic)
LVS (avalanche transceiver)
Avalanche probe
Avalanche shovel
Avalanche airbag (optional)
1 screw carabiner
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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