Meeting point
Realp train station
Bahnhofstrasse , 6491 Realp
Ski Tour Urner Haute Route
5 days
Five days, new routes
Guaranteed alpine seclusion
March time 5-8 hours daily, variable depending on the stage
Season:
March April
Departure Times
10:00
Key info
Plenty of ski touring experience required
strong skier who handles all snow conditions well
Comfortable with 6 hours of hiking while carrying a pack
Comfortable carrying skis strapped to your backpack
Overview
Recommended for:
Anyone who trades comfort for the view.
A new adventure every day: This high alpine ski tour takes you through the Urner Alps with spectacular descents and hut experiences.
From Realp to Engelberg: This ski tour leads through the heart of the Urner Alps. For five days, challenging ascents alternate with breathtaking descents. The route connects mountain huts, glaciers, and solitary peaks for a unique experience for experienced ski tourers.
Itinerary
Meeting points Day1
Day 1: Ascent to Albert-Heim-Hütte
Meeting point in Realp, gear check, then off we go. We ascend along the Furkapass road to Tätsch. After a short descent, we cross the small valley, put on skins again, and ascend through stepped terrain to Albert-Heim-Hütte. First night in the high mountains, first touring experience gained: ready for the days ahead.
Distance
6 km
Ascent
+1050 m
Descent
-50 m
Walking time
5 hrs
Day2
Day 2: Ski Tour over Lochberg to Chelenalphütte
Early start towards Lochberg. After a short descent, we ascend to Winterlücke. The summit ascent to Lochberg is challenging – boulder terrain and exposed passages require full concentration. The steep descent to Göscheneralpsee demands secure skiing technique. After a demanding counter-ascent, we reach Chelenalphütte.
Distance
13 km
Ascent
+1400 m
Descent
-1600 m
Walking time
8-9 hrs
Day3
Day 3: Ascent to Sustenhorn and Descent to Steingletscher
Right after breakfast, we head steeply uphill. With each meter of altitude, the view of the surrounding peaks opens up. After some switchbacks, we reach Sustenlimi, shortly after the 3,502 m high Sustenhorn summit. The long descent over Steingletscher brings us tired but happy to the valley.
Distance
13 km
Ascent
+1200 m
Descent
-1650 m
Walking time
6-7 hrs
Day4
Day 4: Ski Tour to Fünffingerstöcke and on to Sustlihütte
Once again, the day begins with a steep ascent. We follow the Obertal to the Obertal Glacier, overcome a steep step, and ascend to the northeast summit of Fünffingerstöcke. After a summit break, we descend to Obertaljoch, then a long, varied descent into the Sustlifirn area. A final counter-ascent leads us to Sustlihütte.
Distance
8 km
Ascent
+1250 m
Descent
-850 m
Walking time
6-7 hrs
Day5
Day 5: Ascent to Grassen and Long Descent to Engelberg
The last summit: the 2,946 m high Grassen. A comparatively short ascent, then the highlight of the day follows: an almost 2,000-meter descent into the valley of Engelberg. The snow sprays, legs burn, the tour ends on the flat meadows of Goldboden-Alp. 5 days, 5 adventures: an experience that lasts.
Distance
12 km
Ascent
+750 m
Descent
-1950 m
Walking time
5-6 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)
Harness
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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