Meeting point
Allmenalpbahn cable car station Kandersteg
Allmenbahnstrasse 23, 3718 Kandersteg
Allmenalp Via Ferrata
1 day
Steep from the start
Spectacular climbing elements
Approximately 4 hours of hiking time
Season:
May October
Departure Times
10:00
Allmenalpbahn cable car station Kandersteg
Allmenalp cable car valley station Kandersteg
Key info
Experienced mountain hiker
At least 1 day of via ferrata experience
At least 4 hours hiking with a backpack
Surefooted and no fear of heights
Overview
Recommended for:
Anyone looking for the mountain beyond the postcard.
Straight to the point: Vertical rock, narrow walkways, and ladders up to Allmenalp.
The Allmenalp Via Ferrata in Kandersteg follows a spectacular route through steep rock faces. Attached to a cable, you cross airy walkways, conquer an impressive spiral ladder, and can optionally take a 40m zip line. At the top, the mountain station of the Allmenalp cable car awaits - and at the small restaurant next door, we toast to a successful tour.
Itinerary
Meeting points Distance
2 km
Ascent
+600 m
Walking time
3-4 hrs
Arrival
We meet in Kandersteg and check the equipment.
Via Ferrata
After a short walk to the start of the via ferrata, we climb the rock face using metal rungs. After the Nepal bridge, we reach the most famous section of the Allmenalp Via Ferrata, the spiral ladder. A section that challenges and impresses us. We continue past exposed sections and airy traverses. Soon, we can choose between the 40m zip line for an extra adventure and the nearby Nepal bridge. The last meters lead us up another steep rock face until we finally reach the top.
Descent
From the top, it's only a few minutes to the mountain station of the Allmenalp cable car. Those who wish can stop at the small restaurant before taking the cable car back to Kandersteg or walking down to the valley.
What's 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
Beanie or headband
Footwear
Hiking boots or mountaineering boots
Technical Equipment
Basics
Light gloves
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
Backpack 20-25 l
Warm, functional clothing
Rain jacket
Rain pants
Mountaineering or hiking pants
Sunhat
Beanie or headband
Hiking boots or mountaineering boots
Light gloves
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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