4206 m Peak · Täsch Hut

Alphubel 0 m From Täsch Hut

A two-day Alphubel ascent from Täschalp and the Täschhütte, crossing the Alphubel glacier before the final climb to the summit.

This tour begins with a taxi ride from Saas-Fee to Täschalp. From there, a comfortable hiking trail leads up to the Täschhütte in around 2 hours.

The next morning, the route continues via a hiking trail to the Alphubel glacier and then across it to the Alphubeljoch.

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Alphubel from Täsch Hut with Saas-Fee mountain guides
Best time
Mid-June – End of September
Ascent
1500 m
approx. 5 h
Descent
1300 m
approx. 2.5 h
Format
Private Tour
Tour requirements

Difficulty

Fitness

Good fitness is required for the 1500 m ascent, the high altitude and the long descent towards Längfluh.

Fitness Level
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Technique

Medium difficult glacier tour.
Crampon experience is required.

Skill Level
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Tour data

Type
Medium difficult glacier tour / 4000 m peak
Ascent
1500 m in approx. 5 hours
Descent
1300 m in approx. 2.5 hours
Format
Private tours and group tours possible
Route

Alphubel from Täschhütte

Alphubel from Täschhütte route map

Route map

Depending on conditions, the final 400 m lead either over the ice nose or through the east couloir to the summit. The descent follows the glaciated flank towards Längfluh.

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Private guiding rates

Prices

1 person
CHF 1’100.– per tour
2 persons
CHF 590.– per person
Taxi to Täschalp
CHF 250.– per transfer

Only as private Tour available.
Prices are exclusive of hut costs and taxi to Täschalp.

What you need

Equipment

Standard glacier equipment and suitable high mountain clothing are required. Some items can be rented directly through us.

Mountaineering boots suitable for crampons
Mountaineering boots suitable for crampons
Climbing harness
Climbing harness
Crampons with antibott
Crampons with antibott
Ice axe
Ice axe
Headlamp
Headlamp
Hiking pole with large basket
Hiking pole with large basket
Windproof and warm clothing
Windproof and warm clothing
Gloves
Gloves
Beanie / hat
Beanie / hat
Sunglasses and sun protection
Sunglasses and sun protection
Gaiters optional
Gaiters optional
Water and snacks
Water and snacks
Optional rental

Rental Equipment

Need equipment?

Tell us what you need when you register. We will check availability and confirm the equipment before the tour.

Glacier Harness, crampons, ice axe and telescopic poles available
Boots Sizes subject to availability
Item Price CHF
Climbing Harness 10.–
Crampons 10.–
Telescopic Pole 5.–
Hiking Boots 15.–
Ice Axe 10.–

Ready for the tour?

Send us your request and we will confirm availability, current conditions and the best possible date for your Alphubel ascent from the Täschhütte.

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