Four-thousanders
Allalinhorn and Strahlhorn
Northwest Ridge (F+) and Northwest Flank (F+)
Südtirolalpin
Certified Mountain Guide
IFMGA - Mountain Guides Associations
Mail suedtirolalpin@gmail.com
Prices from
560,- €
ABOUT THE TOUR
Two four-thousanders, almost nothing but ice underfoot, and all around you the immense glacial world surrounding Saas-Fee.
2 days · Difficulty F+ / WS- (alpine tour) · Saas-Fee
Allalinhorn and Strahlhorn – normal route: With the Allalinhorn and the Strahlhorn, this tour includes two four-thousand-metre peaks that stand out above all for their impressive glacier scenery and unique panoramic backdrops.
Vast expanses of ice with huge crevasse systems give a vivid impression of the forces shaping these landscapes and of why they hold us mountaineers so strongly in their spell. On this tour we will be travelling almost exclusively on glaciated terrain, climbing two of the highest summits in the Alps.
Thanks to its moderate difficulties and the help of the cable car, this tour is ideally suited to alpine tour beginners and anyone wanting to get their first taste of a four-thousander. The combination of Saas-Fee, Britanniahütte and the wide glacier fields makes this tour a truly beautiful introduction to the world of the four-thousanders.
INFO
Services
Included in the price:
- Entire organization and guidance by a state-certified mountain guide
- All necessary reservations are made in advance
Additional costs:
- 1 night with half board at the Britannia Hut (approx. €70)
- Cable car ticket for the ascent and descent: Saas Fee - Mittelallalin (approx. €75)
- If arriving by car: Parking fee for the Saas Fee parking garage (approx. €25)
- Transfer to and from the meeting point
- Expenses (accommodation, cable car) for the mountain guide
- Individual tips
* Rental equipment (€10 per piece of equipment)
Facts
Location:
Valais Alps
Best time of year:
Mid-June - end of September
Duration:
2 days
Meeting point:
Saas Fee - valley station cable car to Mittelallalin
What you need
Requirements:
- Fitness for 1,200 meters of altitude (even at high altitudes)
- Prior acclimatization is advantageous
- Some high-altitude mountaineering experience (some 3,000-meter peaks)
PRICING
Participants:
max. 4 people
Prices:
1 person:
2 people:
3 people:
4 people:
1.500,- €
900,- €
680,- €
560,- €
If you have any questions or need further information, please write them in the comment field of the inquiry form.
Before submitting your request: Please read the "important information" about risks in mountaineering carefully.
Dates:
upon request
Short-term dependent on the conditions on the mountain
PROGRAM
Day 1: Allalinhorn & approach
We meet at 6:30 a.m. at the valley station of the Saas-Fee Bergbahnen, which take us up to Mittelallalin. Parking in the car-free village of Saas-Fee is in the large multi-storey car park at the entrance to the village. We then get our cable car ticket and take the first lift straight away at 7 a.m. First by cable car and later by the oldest funicular railway in the world, we reach the glacier directly. We are already at 3,456 metres, and only the ascent to the summit of the Allalinhorn remains. A tremendous panorama awaits us, with the entire famous skyline of the Valais spread out before us. The ascent is a pleasure without any major technical difficulties and at the same time serves for acclimatisation. After a summit break and time to admire the panorama, we begin the descent back to the mountain station of the Metro Alpin and ride it down to Felskinn. From there it is about another hour on foot to the Britanniahütte, today’s destination.
Total time: 4.5 h | ↑ 650 m ascent | ↓ 600 m descent | Difficulty: F+ / L (alpine tour)
⌂ Britanniahütte (3,030 m)
Day 2: Strahlhorn & descent
On the second day, the Strahlhorn is on the programme. Another technically straightforward four-thousander, yet one that leads through impressive glacier terrain with numerous crevasses and serac zones. The ascent is long, but there is considerably less traffic than on the Allalinhorn. In total, we have a little over 1,400 metres of ascent to cover on this day. A really beautiful glacier tour with a grand backdrop. The summit of the Strahlhorn is once again slightly higher than that of the Allalinhorn. Our descent follows the ascent route again, passing the Britanniahütte back to Felskinn, where we complete the rest of the descent comfortably by cable car.
Total time: 9.5 h | ↑ 1,400 m ascent | ↓ 1,300 m descent | Difficulty: F+ / WS- (alpine tour)
Any changes to the program that may be necessary for various reasons (weather, conditions, accommodation booking situation, etc.) will always be made in consultation with the participants.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS - (FAQs)
Who is the Allalinhorn and Strahlhorn tour suitable for?
The tour is well suited to beginners on alpine tours with good fitness who want to gain their first experience on a four-thousander. Technically, both summits are moderate, but you still need sure-footedness, stamina and enjoyment of long days in high-alpine terrain.
How strenuous are the two days?
The first day on the Allalinhorn is significantly shorter thanks to the lift assistance and is ideal for settling in and acclimatising. The second day on the Strahlhorn is the real endurance tour: long, steady and with plenty of time on the glacier.
What equipment do I need to bring?
The exact packing list will be sent with the confirmation email. Most important are suitable mountaineering boots and warm clothing for the altitude. Technical equipment can be hired for a small wear-and-tear fee.
