7:30 a.m., Erstfeld railway station
Climbing Tour | Salbit South Ridge with Mountain Guide
Classic climbing routes on the finest Uri granite at grade 5 – with guaranteed panoramic views!
Technics
Endurance
Salbit south ridge
The Salbit South Ridge is a true classic – and for good reason: solid, rough Uri granite, spectacular towers, striking ridge passages and scenery that is simply impressive. Anyone who has been up there understands why this tour is considered one of the most beautiful ridge climbs in the Alps. The climbing is varied, airy, but never overwhelming – perfect flakes, great cracks and plenty of friction ensure pure climbing pleasure. The difficulties remain moderate and are mostly well below the maximum of 5b – ideal for anyone who feels comfortable in a solid alpine environment and wants to further develop their climbing technique in the terrain.
This tour is far more than just a climb - it's an experience. A rope team, a goal, a ridge. And lots of granite that will make your climbing heart beat faster!
Procedure and meeting place
07:30 Erstfeld railway station
If possible, carpool on to the GöschenertalWe meet at Erstfeld railway station at 07.30 am. From there we will continue together to the Göscheneralptal.
The beautiful ascent to the Salbit Hut begins in the Göscheneralp Valley. The ascent takes about 3 hours. During the climb, we will have plenty of time to get to know each other, share our expectations and get in the mood for tomorrow. Once we reach the top, we will refuel with coffee and the best cake in the whole valley!
Afterwards, we get a taste of the mountain air and climb a short route near the hut - perfect for familiarising ourselves with the rock and checking our equipment.
After a delicious dinner, we plan the tour for the next day, the Salbit South Ridge, together.
We set off early on the second day: with light packs, a good mood and accompanied by our experienced mountain guide, we tackle the Salbit south ridge. From tower to tower, we climb steadily up and down over airy passages, linked by short abseils - always accompanied by the impressive backdrop of the Salbit. We will tackle rope lengths together and will be climbing for approx. 5-8 hours.
Once we reach the top, we take a short break and enjoy the fantastic view. Then we set off on the descent, which requires a little more concentration. We make a short stop at the hut to repack our rucksacks and fortify ourselves again (with a fantastic cake?) and celebrate the great tour together once more.
After the summit we descend together to the hut and then on to the car park in the valley. If you wish, you can spend another night in the hut and then complete the descent in comfort on your own the next day.
Requirements
- You are proficient in belaying on multi-pitch routes and are experienced in this handling.
- You can climb up to the 5th grade (5c obligatory).
- Fitness for a 1,000-metre ascent on Saturday and a 5-7-hour climb plus descent on Sunday.
Price and performance
- CHF 1190.-
- Takes place with up to 2 guests per mountain guide.
- Including planning and realisation with mountain guide and his/her travel expenses.
- Including accommodation costs with half board
- Excluding travel expenses, possible train tickets, personal consumption.
Material and equipment
- For this tour you need the material from this PDF. We carry our equipment with us the whole time. Only pack the essentials.
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.
Accommodation
Salbithut
The Salbit Hut is spectacularly perched above the Göschenertal valley and offers magnificent views of the striking granite towers surrounding it, a true paradise for alpine climbers. Nestled in a rugged, impressive granite landscape, it is the perfect starting point for climbing the legendary Salbit South Ridge, one of the most beautiful ridge climbs in Switzerland. The hut itself is known for its cosy atmosphere, warm hospitality and the best cakes. After the ascent, you can enjoy the evening atmosphere on the sun terrace and get in the right frame of mind for the upcoming tour. The nearby start, the impressive backdrop and the feeling of standing in the heart of the Uri granite make the Salbit Hut the ideal base camp for this great climbing tour.
Whether for preparation, a cosy evening in the hut or to celebrate a successful day of touring, the Salbit Hut provides the perfect setting for the Salbit South Ridge experience.
Impressions: Salbit south ridge
This will take you to the south ridge and the summit needle of the Salbit:
- 11 - 12 September 2026, Friday - Saturday, 2 daysNur noch ein freier Platz, mit einer weiteren Buchung ist die Durchführung gesichert.
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