Ice climbing taster course | day course with mountain guide

Climb on ice for the first time and experience a unique ice climbing day!

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Ice climbing in the Avers

Engstligenalp

Ice climbing is a fascinating challenge for anyone who wants to try something new. In our taster course, you will learn the basics of this spectacular sport. With the support of our mountain guides, you will learn the correct technique for using ice axes and crampons and receive valuable tips. Perfect for getting to grips with the world of ice climbing and gaining your first experience!

  • Ice Climbing Basic Course
  • Ice climbing in the Avers
  • Ice Climbing Basic Course in Avers

  • Procedure and course content

    • Meeting place

      approx. 9 am Engstligenalp valley station

      Meeting point Engstligenalp: valley station.

    • Course content

      During this taster course you will have the opportunity to climb various ice routes toprope. We will support you in handling the crampons and steep ice equipment. You can gain your first ice climbing experience in a safe environment.

  • Requirements

    • Mastering the belay technique from indoor climbing
    • No previous ice climbing experience necessary

  • Price and services

    • CHF 250
    • Small group with 4 - 6 guests per mountain guide.
    • Including planning and realisation with mountain guide and his travel expenses.
    • Excluding travel expenses, possible train tickets, 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.

That's what our guests say:

Marketa Rejman

Insanely cool first experience with ice climbing. Professionally led and at the same time very instructive course, which was customised to your own needs and abilities. Very happy to do it again.

Impressions: Ice climbing taster course

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    Ice Climbing Basic Course
    Ice Climbing Basic Course
    Lead climbing during the ice climbing course
    Ice climbing in Avers
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How to join us for the ice climbing experience:

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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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