Meeting point
OUTDOOR - Shop and Café Grindelwald
Dorfstrasse 103, 3818 Grindelwald
Introductory Climbing Course
1 day
First rock climbing experience
Knots, belaying & climbing techniques
Perfect for beginners
Season:
May October
Departure Times
09:30
OUTDOOR Shop & Café, Grindelwald
Key info
No climbing experience necessary
Good fitness level
Overview
Recommended for:
Anyone who believes every step is better taken together.
Feel the rock beneath your fingers, find a secure grip, and experience the thrill of gaining height.
In this beginner's course, you'll learn all the fundamentals needed for rock climbing. Our experienced mountain guides will teach you essential knots, demonstrate belaying techniques, and support you as you make your first moves on the wall. You'll belay, climb, and abseil together with like-minded people, surrounded by the natural beauty of Grindelwald.
Course details
AcademyLearning objectives
- Understand and apply securing techniques
- Master climbing knots safely
- Learn basic movements on the rock
- Independently tackle simple climbing routes
- Practice independent climbing and abseiling under guidance
Assessment methods
Progress is continuously assessed
Direct feedback from the mountain guide throughout the day. The focus is on the safe handling of equipment and application of techniques.
Certification
Certificate: Climbing Introductory Course
Upon completion of the day course, participants receive a certificate. This confirms successful participation in the Climbing Introductory Course in Grindelwald, but is intended as a keepsake and is not an official document.
Issued by:
Outdoor Switzerland AG
Itinerary
Meeting points After a brief welcome and equipment check, we dive straight into the climbing day. Together, we head to the impressive Grindelwald Glacier Gorge. There, you'll learn all the basics step by step to move safely on the rock: essential climbing knots, proper belaying techniques, as well as basic positions and movements. Once you feel confident, we'll tackle the first pitch. Our routes are easy and well-secured, ideal for beginners. You can gradually push yourself and decide how high you want to climb. Finally, our mountain guide will show you how to abseil properly. The course is all about shared experiences, nature, and the joy of sport climbing.
Whats included
Guiding from a licenced mountain guide/ aspirant guide
Expenses of the mountain guide
Technical equipment
Course Certificate
Not included
Costs for cable cars and travel expenses of the guest
Snacks
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
Beanie or headband
Footwear
Crampon proof mountaineering boots
Climbing shoes (optional)
Technical Equipment
Harness
Prusik
Accessory cord 4 m (min. 6 mm)
Sling 120 cm
Locking carabiners, approx. 3
Helmet
Descender
Snapgate carabiner, approx. 2
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
Technical equipment is provided free of charge. Please let us know what you need when booking.
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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