Cleanclimbing | crack climbing coaching Göscheneralp with mountain guide

Crack climbing, placing mobile anchors and solid trad craftsmanship – catapult yourself to the next level in clean climbing!

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Göscheneralp

Why does clean climbing seem so natural and effortless for experienced trad climbers? The answer is simple: they know their mobile anchors inside out, understand rock structures intuitively and place their equipment with precision and a trained eye. This is exactly where our coaching comes in.

In this course, you will deepen your existing knowledge of clean climbing and hone the crucial details that make the difference between “works somehow” and “feels solid”. Together, we will analyse your placements, optimise your decision-making processes on the route and expand your repertoire of belaying techniques – from perfect wedge anchors and clean cams to clever combination and opposition techniques.

You will learn how to read rock features more quickly, build secure standing positions and work in a stress-free and structured manner, even in complex terrain. We will also cover advanced topics such as extension tactics, half-rope techniques and equipment management on the wall.

Göscheneralp offers the ideal environment for this: a wild, alpine granite playground with countless opportunities to try out mobile safety equipment in a wide variety of forms. Many routes can be analysed excellently in top rope before you conquer them independently and safely using traditional methods. The terrain is varied, clearly structured and invites you to work on technique, precision and mental strength.

This gives you the perfect opportunity to take your clean climbing skills to the next level, build up your routine and consolidate your abilities in the long term – for greater safety, more flow and more freedom on future climbing routes.

  • Procedure and meeting place

    • Day 1 - Meeting point

      09:45 am, Göscheneralp

      We meet at the bus stop Göscheneralp, Dammagletscher

    • Day 1 – Refresher course and climbing

      In the morning, we will dive straight into climbing and in-depth training. In lessons that build on each other, we expand and refine your existing knowledge – from clean analysis of a line to thoughtful choice of equipment to demanding techniques for efficient and solid placements. Step by step, you develop more precision, safety and confidence until you can climb a route freely, controlled and completely in free style.

      To start with, we deliberately spend the first day in a climbing garden with bolts so that we can focus on technique and decision-making processes in a protected environment. There you will have the opportunity to practise complex placements, optimise subtleties such as alignment, load direction and extension – and those who want to expand their comfort zone can, under professional supervision, fall into their own placement (with backup) in a controlled manner to build real confidence in the equipment and method.

      Afterwards, we drive together to our cosy accommodation, the Dammagletscher mountain inn. We round off the day with dinner together, discuss individual issues and plan the upcoming activities so that you get the most out of the next few days.

    • Days 2 and 3 – Coaching, application and climbing

      Over the following days, we will deepen your knowledge step by step and put what you have learned into practice directly on the rock. Together, we will analyse different crack formations in Göscheneralp, discuss tactics and techniques, and review the most important technical terms. You will practise moving efficiently and safely on crack climbing routes and applying various crack climbing techniques in a targeted manner.

      An important part of the course is belay construction: you will learn how to build safe and efficient belays, how to optimally design deflections and how to use the half-rope technique. On the last day, we will apply what we have learned directly in a short multi-pitch climb, so that you can test your skills under real conditions – a real highlight of the course!

      After these three intensive days, you will have reached a whole new level of technical and tactical expertise: your understanding of crack formations, placements, belay construction and the targeted use of mobile anchors will have grown significantly. You will climb more safely, efficiently and confidently – making clean climbing even more enjoyable. You can immediately apply the skills and tips you have learned to your own everyday climbing, so that every clean route you tackle in future will be a real pleasure.

    • Conclusion

      approx. 16:00 hrs, Göscheneralp

      We complete the course together.

  • Requirements

    • You are proficient in belaying and lead climbing.
    • The correct handling of the threading on the redirector is no problem for you.
    • You climb in the climbing garden 5b.
    • You already have some experience with mobile belay devices and crack climbing.
    • You have already gained extensive experience in multi-pitch climbing and abseiling.
    • Condition for climbing tours with a comfortable ascent and descent.
  • Price and services

    • CHF 950
    • Small group with 4 - 6 guests per mountain guide.
    • Includes overnight stay in a double room with breakfast.
    • Including planning and realisation with mountain guide and his travel expenses.
    • CHF 950 Exclusive:
      • Journey
      • Car park fees (5.- / day)
      • Dinner
      • Personal consumption
  • Material and equipment

Bergschaft tours and courses are conducted in German as standard. However, our mountain guides speak good English, as do many of the participants. If you speak English, you are of course very welcome. Depending on the tour, it may be worth asking us in advance whether the guide and the group are comfortable speaking English.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us, preferably via the Contact form.

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  • 5–7 June 2026, Friday–Sunday, 3 days
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Here you will find the organisation of our tours as a guideline. If you are unsure which level suits you best, feel free to get in touch - We can help you!

Technics

Technology 1 - for beginners

Easy tours, suitable for beginners. The terrain is easy and moderate. No previous mountaineering experience is necessary.

Climbing: No previous experience necessary. Experience in the climbing hall is an advantage.

Technique 2 - Leisurely tours

Easy to slightly challenging tours with short, steeper sections that we master together and with coaching. You are ready for this level after a basic or taster course.

Climbing: You have mastered the The basics of climbing in the gym and in the climbing garden.

Technique 3 - Medium tours

Medium-difficulty tours with short, technical sections that are easy to do with some previous experience. You have already done a few tours and feel confident with your equipment and technique.

Climbing: You know your way around a climbing garden and have some experience with multi-pitch routes.

Technique 4 - First big tours

Challenging tours with longer, steeper passages that require a good level of experience and skill. We secure these sections with ropes and coach you through difficult sections. Suitable for adventure-seekers with solid basic training.

Climbing: You have experience in multi-pitch climbing and feel confident in the climbing garden.

Technique 5 - Grand tours

Very demanding tours, with technical passages that require a good level of experience and skill. These are secured, but smooth, rapid progress is required. For experienced climbers with plenty of experience and a thirst for adventure.

Climbing: You are experienced in multi-pitch climbing and feel equally comfortable on alpine rock and in the climbing garden.

Endurance

Endurance 1 - Easy tours

Easy tours with plenty of time to take a break and enjoy.

  • Elevation gain: approx. 500 - 800 metres per day, 
  • Pace: approx. 250 - 300 m / h.
Endurance 2 - Leisurely tours

"Normal" tour at a leisurely pace with 800 - 1000 vertical metres per day, ~300 hm / h.

Endurance 3 - Medium tours

Longer tours at a steady, fluid pace. A solid basic level of fitness is required here.

  • Elevation gain: approx. 1200 metres per day
  • Pace: approx. 350 m / h.
Endurance 4 - First big tours

Long and challenging tours at a brisk but constant pace. Ideal for active sports enthusiasts.

  • Elevation gain: up to 1500 metres per day
  • Pace: approx. 350 m / h.
Endurance 5 - Long tours

Very long tours with more than 1500 metres in altitude per day. Requires very good fitness and stamina.

  • Elevation metres: 1500 m + per day
  • Pace: approx. 400 m / h.

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