Meeting point
OUTDOOR - Shop and Café Grindelwald
Dorfstrasse 103, 3818 Grindelwald
Snowshoe Tour Eiger North Face
1 day
Hiking in snowy winter landscapes
Tour beneath the world-famous Eiger North Face
Approximately 4 hours of walking time
Season:
December March
Departure Times
08:30
Key info
No prior experience in snowshoeing is required. Enjoying nature and movement are good prerequisites. However, you should be comfortable hiking with a backpack for at least three hours.
Overview
Recommended for:
Anyone looking for the mountain beyond the postcard.
High up, right beneath the legendary Eiger North Face, your path leads through the deep-snow-covered mountainside: spectacular views guaranteed!
This snowshoe tour takes you directly beneath the impressive Eiger North Face. The hike is relaxed but will leave a lasting impression: snowy mountain landscapes, captivating stories, and a unique panorama. Along the way, there are plenty of opportunities for photo stops before we warm up in a restaurant. A winter tour for all who love nature and mountain tales.
Itinerary
Meeting points Distance
5 km
Ascent
+100 m
Descent
-800 m
Walking time
3 hrs
Arrival
Our tour begins in Grindelwald, where we meet and receive the necessary equipment. Together, we take the Eiger Express up to the Eigergletscher station. The view of the snow-covered peaks of the Bernese Alps is impressive. On arrival we strap on the snowshoes and set off.
Tour
The route takes us directly along the foot of the 1,800-meter-high Eiger North Face. Its massive presence looms ominously above us, giving the tour a unique atmosphere. During the descent, the mountain guide shares fascinating stories about the dramatic climbing attempts and successes on this legendary wall. We take frequent photo breaks to capture the special mood. After about three hours, we reach Alpiglen, where a well-deserved break in a warm restaurant awaits us.
Return
Here, everyone can choose: either continue walking to Grindelwald (about 2 hours) or take a leisurely train ride down to the valley.
Whats included
Guiding from a licenced mountain guide/ aspirant guide
Expenses of the mountain guide
Not included
Costs for cable cars and travel expenses of the guest
Snacks
Technical equipment
Costs for a taxi if needed (guests pay for the guide's share)
Pack list
Backpack
Backpack 20-25 l
Clothing
Warm, functional clothing
Rain jacket
Rain pants
Mountaineering or hiking pants
Sunhat
Gloves (ideally one thin and one thick pair)
Footwear
Hiking boots or mountaineering boots
Technical Equipment
Harness
Via Ferrata set
Helmet
Sling 120 cm
1 screw carabiner
Basics
Sunglasses (category 3 or 4)
Sunscreen lotion and lip balm (minimum factor 30, 50 better)
Thermos flask, drink bottle
GA or Half Fare Travelcard (if you have)
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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