The Eiger is probably the most famous almost 4000 meter peak in the Alps and the only one that is mentioned in the same breath as the great names of the Matterhorn, Mont Blanc and Weisshorn. The allure of the Eiger can best be described as eerily beautiful: there is hardly another mountain wall that looms as menacingly as the North Face of the Eiger above Grindelwald. This giant wall with its dramatic climbing history makes hiking in the Alps particularly exciting and shares the reputation of being the most difficult mountain with the North Face of the Jorasses and is still the scene of high-class mountaineering. Looking at the Eiger from the east, you discover a completely unexpectedly slender form. Where the bleak north face and the rocky south face meet, the sharp ridge of the Mittellegga rises into the sky.
The Mittellegi Ridge is a route that requires excellent climbing skills, as well as extensive experience and regular mastery of a full range of belay techniques. Although there are many fixed ropes, the route should not be underestimated: the rocks are often sloping and fragile, and the belay points in the upper third are very poor. After the summit, the long descent of the Eigerjocher requires your full attention.
Overall, this route is for experienced climbers only and should be high on every experienced climber’s bucket list.
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Tour route “Climbing the Eiger (3970 m) along the Mittellegi ridge”:
Zurich/Geneva — Grindelwald — Mittelegi Hut — Eiger, 3970m — Grindelwald — Zurich/Geneva
Route of the tour “Climbing the Eiger (3970 m) along the Mittellegi ridge”
day
In the evening, meet your guide. Approach the Mittelegi Hut (3,355 m). Early morning transfer to Grindelwald. Ascend by mountain tram to the Eismeer station (3,158 m). From here, we climb across the glacier and then over the rocks to the Mittelegi Hut.
day
An early rise. While it’s still dark, we set out on the route, which begins literally right next to the hut. The technical part of the ascent begins with dawn. Fixed ropes are secured on the most difficult sections.
When we reach the summit, don’t relax, as we’ll have a challenging descent ahead. From the summit, we’ll descend along the west ridge to the Eigergletscher mountain tram station (2,320m). From there, we’ll take the tram to Grindelwald.
An additional night at the hut is possible.
day
Today, you’ll depart independently for Zurich or Geneva airport.
We recommend arriving in Grindelwald a day or two earlier. Hike to altitudes of 3,000 meters.
Note*:
– The program is not final and may be adjusted depending on the weather, the condition of the participants and other factors.
– The main principle in our work is customer safety! If the participant is technically or physically not ready for the climb, the guide has the right, based on the results of acclimatization and three training ascents, to offer an alternative end to the program without compensation or return of funds spent on participation in the program.
– The best time for climbing begins from mid-July after the snow and glaciation melts from the rocky areas, and continues until the first cold weather – usually until mid-September.
– The route is not used if there is a risk of thunderstorms due to the impossibility of sheltering from lightning.
Why is it profitable to go hiking with Extremeguide?
Cost and conditions of the tour “Climbing the Eiger (3970 m) along the Mittellegi ridge”
Is this trip right for you?
Climbing the Eiger is designed for experienced climbers, with a confident climbing level of 5c-6a (with top rope), and also part of the mixed terrain: rocks and snow. In addition, climbing a mountain requires good physical endurance. We recommend this program after completing our mountaineering school in Chamonix or the Matterhorn climbing program.
Level of physical and technical training:
- excellent physical fitness: endurance for 5 hours of climbing (vertical up to 600 meters), the total climbing time takes 6-8 hours;
- technical skills: confident walking with crampons; experience of climbing routes f5c.
Included in the price:
- guide service: 1 guide per person;
- round-trip train fare from Grindelwald to Jungfrau;
- Accommodation in huts during the ascent;
- Navigation and communication equipment provided by the guide;
- Guide expenses according to the program
- Rental of shared special equipment (ropes, ice screws, shared carabiners);
- Group first aid kit provided by the guide;
- Climbing certificate.
The price does not include:
(excluding air travel 300 – 400 €):
- Airfare to Geneva — arrival before 6:00 PM (from €200);
- Transfer from Geneva Airport to Chamonix and back from Grindelwald (€100);
- Accommodation in Grindelwald from €100/night;
- Rental of personal special equipment (ice axe, helmet, harness, crampons, carabiners);
- Meals in the valley and during the ascent up to €200;
- Accident and emergency insurance and medical coverage from €30,000. Cost €3–10/day;
- Guide expenses related to the use of reserve nights in huts (cost of accommodation and meals in the hut canteen);
- Tips for the guide (optional);
- Other expenses not specified in the program.
Best price guarantee!
- We have included in the price all possible basic expenses for the program and guarantee that there are no hidden additional costs, while we have retained the best service at a low price: transfers, hotel accommodation, guides and staff!
We have a flexible discount system
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Necessary equipment
Basics:
- Trunk/bag 60-70 l
- Backpack for mountaineering 35-45 l (More about choosing a backpack);
Shoes and clothing:
- Mountaineering boots (it is important that the shoes are comfortable and worn in. Usually shoes are chosen with a thick toe and 1.5-2 sizes larger than the foot size) (More about choosing clothes and boots);
- Insulated jacket (down/primaloft);
- Membrane jacket (softshell);
- Membrane pants (softshell, windstopper);
- Fleece jacket;
- A set of thermal underwear (top and bottom);
- T-shirt;
- Light trekking pants/shorts (for trekking);
- A cap;
- Socks 2 pairs (thermal or other thick);
- Overnight socks (wool or down);
- Liner (sheet for overnight stay in a shelter);
- Warm mittens/ski mittens (down or synthetic insulation);
- Warm gloves (fleece);
- Work gloves (for working with rope);
- Change of underwear;
- Buff or balaclava;
- Sun hat;
- Rain cape (if your walking clothes get wet).
Additionally:
- A cape for a backpack (or large plastic bags for packing things);
- Headlamp + spare set of batteries;
- Hygiene items (a toothbrush and a small tube of toothpaste, a bar of soap and a little shampoo will be enough; do not take full bottles of shower gel and shampoo, heaps of creams and lotions with you);
- Documents;
- Individual first aid kit (plaster, cold, stomach, head. You also need to take into account specific and chronic diseases, if any. In addition to the individual first aid kit, the instructor has a general);
- Mountaineering goggles (protection category 3-4);
- lip balm chapstick ;
- Sunscreen ointment (with SPF 30-50);
- Water bottle ( 1-2 l.)
- Lighter;
- Mobile phone.
Special equipment
- Safety system;
- Self-belay system — 1 pc;
- Carabiners 3 pcs (2 medium);
- Mountaineering helmet (a ski helmet will not work!);
- Classic ice axe;
- Crampons (that match your boots).
The amount of special equipment depends on the specific event; here is the most extensive list. Also, depending on the specific event, this equipment is either included in the price or not included, in which case you do not need to buy it, but can rent it from us.
- Thermos (0.5 – 1.0 liters);
- Camera;
- Trekking poles.
Additional information
This program is individual – during the ascent, one guide works with one client. If clients have sufficient training, it is possible for one guide to work with two clients. This rule was introduced based on safety concerns and the requirements of local guide associations and the international guide association IFMGA (in which our guides are trained). Considering the complexity and length of the route, it is difficult for one guide to ensure the safe and comfortable movement of a large group.
Features of acclimatization in high mountains
Physical and mental preparation before climbing and hiking in the mountains
Absence of diseases incompatible with active tourism: List of diseases
It is optimal to fly to Geneva airport, from where a shuttle will pick you up to Chamonix. Meeting with the guide at the bus stop in Chamonix. Arrival before 18:00
In the Chamonix Valley, we will help you rent an apartment or book a hotel.
On the mountain you will stay in a typical alpine mountain hut. Where there is a large dining hall and dormitories, usually with 4–12 beds. Sanitary conditions: shared toilet, washbasins.
The hut offers half board: breakfast with bread, jam, butter, cheese and jamon and, depending on the region, cereal served along with coffee or tea. Dinner consists of 2-3 courses: soup, pasta, sometimes salad, main course with a small amount of meat, dessert. Vegetarian or other dietary requirements are accommodated.
You can order soft drinks, beer and wine. Snacks and lunch are also available for purchase. There is no drinking water in the higher huts and you will have to buy bottled water.
At the exits, the first aid kit is with the guide. Contact with rescuers is possible from any point along the route. Individual medications must be taken with you.
The high season for mountaineering in the Western Alps is mid-July and August, mainly due to the stable weather at this time of year. During the day, temperatures can vary from 30°C in the valleys to -10°C on a clear morning when we start our day at the hut at altitude.
- excellent physical fitness: endurance for 5 hours of climbing (vertical up to 1400 meters); the total ascent time takes 8-10 hours;
- technical skills: confident walking with crampons; experience of climbing routes 4a (French classification).
This program is potentially dangerous to the health and life of any of the participants. Guides provide the necessary safety provided that participants comply with safety regulations.
The decision to stop climbing in conditions that threaten the safety of the participants is within the exclusive competence of the guide and is not subject to discussion.
A 50% discount Swiss Rail card holder, valid for 1 month (or one year at a higher price) and costing around CHF 120, will receive a 50% discount on almost all train and gondola travel in Switzerland
The table shows the basic cost for a group and may change depending on the number of people in the group. For the calculation of the cost of the tour for a smaller number of people and individual groups, see the «Price» block for more details.
We guarantee that on the dates indicated in the table, even if there is a minimum number of people allowed in the group, the tour will take place 100% with a minimum change in cost.
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