Meeting point
Hotel Steingletscher, parking
Sustenstrasse 365, 3863 Steingletscher
Sustenhorn
2 days
Perfect for a first alpine tour
Glacier, ridge, and summit
4-5 hours ascent
Season:
June September
Departure Times
09:55
Steingletscher parking lot
Key info
Experienced mountain hiker
No technical mountain skills required
Surefootedness
At least 8 hours hiking with a backpack
Overview
Recommended for:
Anyone who trades comfort for the view.
Fresh glacier air, the crunch of firn under crampons, and a panorama that captivates you.
Standing on the Sustenhorn, you're in the midst of a high alpine dreamscape. The tour begins leisurely with the ascent to the Tierbergli Hut, before heading over glaciers and ridges to the summit the next morning. The panorama is unique and pure enjoyment. Perfect if you want to gain your first alpine tour experience.
Itinerary
Meeting points Day1
Day 1: Ascent to Tierbergli Hut
Our adventure begins at the Steingletscher. After checking our gear, we shoulder our backpacks and ascend to the Tierbergli Hut at a comfortable pace. The path leads over easily navigable rocks and scree, with ever-improving views of the Steingletscher and the wild Gadmertal. Upon reaching the hut, we enjoy the evening atmosphere, discuss the summit stage, and end the day with a warm meal.
Distance
2 km
Ascent
+700 m
Walking time
2.5 hrs
Day2
Day 2: Climbing the Sustenhorn
Early in the morning, we leave the hut. Headlamps illuminate the glacier ice as we slowly move towards the Sustenlimmi. The view opens in all directions: to the south, the Damma area, to the east, the Titlis. The ascent to the summit becomes steeper but is manageable. Once at the top, a vast panorama unfolds. The break at the summit is well-deserved – time for an extensive picnic with views of the Gotthard area. Afterwards, we descend, return to the hut, and reach the Steingletscher again in the afternoon.
Distance
10 km
Ascent
+800 m
Descent
-1500 m
Walking time
6-8 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
Summit Certificate
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 hiking pants
Sunhat
Gloves (ideally one thin and one thick pair)
Beanie or headband
Extra underwear and socks
Footwear
Crampon proof mountaineering boots
Technical Equipment
Crampons with anti-snow plates
Harness
Ice axe
Hiking pole
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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