Climbing Eiger Rotstock West Ridge in Bernese Oberland
Join IFMGA certified guide Hans on this exciting climb to Eiger Rotstovk via the West Ridge, and ideal preparation tour before tackling Eiger Mittellegi Ridge and other alpine objectives.
Private
Alps
1 Day
Jun - Oct
Intermediate
Intermediate
Highlights
- Enjoy a breathtaking but accesible climb in the heart of the Swiss Alps
- Climb with amazing views of iconic peaks such as Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau.
- Gain experience for challenging alpine objectives such as Eiger's Mittellegi Ridge
Description
Located in the Bernese Alps, the Eiger Rotstock is a 2663m rocky summit, a fantastic viewpoint to admire mythic peaks such as Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau.
There are several routes to get to the summit, including the West Ridge. This is an ideal climb to have as preparation tour before tackling Eiger Mittellegi Ridge, or to get introuduced to alpine mountaineering.
The Eiger Rotstock West Ridge is a IV grade multi-pitch climbing route, that takes around 3 hours to climb, usually enjoying the sun. Once in the summit, the descent is shared with the also well-known via ferrata “Eiger Rotstock”.
In terms of requirement, this trip is suitable for those with some previous climbing experience, or a will for mountaineering/climbing. It is an 8 pitch route on limestone in the breathteaking shadow of Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau.
Thi is THE climb on behalf of an easy daily access around Grindelwald/Wengen/Lauterbrunnen in the Heart of UNESCO World Heritage Swiss Alps Jungfrau-Aletsch. Even if the climb may look exposed to vertigo, it is not at all, it is very enjoyable!
Starting point is Grindelwald Terminal, leaded by Eiger Express on top of Eigergletscher, and from there we reach the beginning of the climb in 20 minutes.
Are you interested in climbing the Eiger Rotstock via the West Ridge? Send me a request, and let's start planning it!
Price includes
- Guiding fee
- Rope
- Harness
- Helmet
- Group equipment
Price details
- Prices Includes Guiding fee and climbing equipment, except for climbing shoes (not included).
- The Tickets of Eiger Express for clients are not included. Informations about prices about the fare are available on https://www.jungfrau.ch/engb/eiger-express/#c12865.
About the guide
Hans-Christian
5.0
(2)
Mountain Guide
I was born in 1976 and grow up in Ausserberg and climbed the Wiwanni first in 1981 with my father at the age of 41/2 years. From 1991 to 1996, I was member of the Swiss junior competition climbing team and started the education to become mountain guide in 1997. I've been further graduated as PhD in Linguistics (Dialectology, semiotics and language-based cartography) in 2005.
Languages
Italian | German | French | English
Certificates
IFMGA
What people are saying about Hans-Christian
Robert
Really appreciated Hans’ communication throughout. Giving different options depending on the weather. I was thankful that he recognised my climbing level and did something suitable for that. When the climbing day came it was absolutely epic. Hans led us over to Jura for 2 exhilarating climbs. His instructions and safety techniques were precise and well presented. And his knowledge of the area was top notch! Would definitely recommend and use him again!
Dennis
Hans-Christian was an awesome guide! He helped me figure out the logistics of where to stay and good places to visit while in Switzerland. He was also a great climbing guide, knowledgeable and safe and willing to teach. I learned a lot!
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