Crossing Chöpfenberg | Glarus

Solitary and rewarding traverse with far-reaching views of the lakes from the lowlands with great climbing on limestone.

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Mountaineers on the Chöpfenberg

The south ridge of the Chöpfenberg is a pearl of the Brüggler chain. Whilst many people try to climb the Brüggler wall, we are often alone on this traverse and enjoy the warming sun behind us and the magnificent limestone rock. The tour leads in the 3rd and 4th degree over the grippy and firm ridge to the summit. The ascent and descent is easy from the Büelen car park. One of the better pre-alpine tours!

  • Venue & meeting point

    • Area: Glarus - Schwyz
    • Meeting point: 7.40, Näfels-Mollis railway station, continue by car to the car park.
    • Conclusion: approx. 16.00

  • Requirements

    • First experience on scrambling tours.
    • Climbing sections in the 3rd and 4th grade.
    • Condition for short climbing tours with a comfortable ascent and descent.

  • Group size

    • Takes place with 2 guests per mountain guide.

  • Price and services

    • CHF 525.-
    • Including planning and realisation with mountain guide and his travel expenses.
    • Excluding travel expenses, possible train tickets, personal consumption.

  • Material and equipment

    • For this tour you need the following material from this PDF. We carry our equipment with us all the time. Pack only what is necessary.
      • The tour can be tackled with mountain boots or comfortable climbing shoes. Depending on what you prefer to wear.

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

Impressions: Chöpfenberg

    Climbing on the Chöpfenberg
    Mountaineers on the Chöpfenberg
    Rock structure on the Chöpfenberg
    Limestone rock on the Chöpfenberg

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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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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