Climbing tour | Motörhead, the classic multi-pitch in the Grimsel region with a mountain guide

Motörhead in Eldorado - a granite classic with cult status! Enjoy the legendary classic by the Remy brothers and savour the fantastic rock and varied climbing. Friction, cracks and intersections, it's all there!

Technics
Endurance
To the dates and registration

Motörhead

Motörhead is one of the great classics of alpine trad climbing - and quite rightly so: in the impressive granite slabs of the Eldorado, one aesthetic pitch follows the next, interspersed with cracks, intersections and piazza sections that promise plenty of climbing fun.

What makes Motörhead so special is not only the consistently beautiful climbing, but also its history: the route was opened in 1981 by the Rémy brothers and is now one of the first real clean multi-pitch tours in Switzerland - a milestone in the development of trad climbing. Anyone who climbs here will feel the pioneering alpine era and experience climbing in its most original form - reduced to the essentials, challenging and honest.

Our tour begins with the approach along the Lauteraarhüttenweg, past glacier cuts and alpine lakes, until we reach the start below the striking intersection. We want to get in early, because 14 pitches of the finest granite climbing await us, always accompanied by the view of the wild high mountain landscape of the Grimsel region. The cruxes in the upper sixth grade are challenging but not overwhelming - ideal for experienced climbers who love a challenge and variety.

Motörhead is not just a route - it is a kind of accolade for all those who love alpine trad classics. A route that inspires, challenges and rewards. An experience that stays with you.

  • Meeting point and procedure

    • Day 1 Meeting point and getting to know each other

      10.00 a.m. Meiringen

      On the first day we will meet in Meiringen and drive from there towards the Grimsel Pass.

      Meeting point: 10.00 am Meiringen

      Once in the Grimsel area, we will repeat the multi-pitch techniques as required and get used to the slabs on a short multi-pitch.

      In the evening we enjoy a delicious dinner at the inn and plan the next day together, the classic in the Eldorado!

    • Day 2 Motörhead in Eldorado

      500 Hm

      500 Hm

      approx. 7-9 h

      We start early and tackle the approach along the lake. After about 1.5-2 hours we reach the entrance and the fun can begin!

      14 pitches of the most beautiful granite await us, always with a view of the Grimselsee and the surrounding, breathtaking landscape.

      Once at the top, we fortify ourselves and enjoy the view before tackling the descent on foot, which requires a little more concentration until we reach the hiking trail again and can walk back the same way to the car.

  • Requirements

    • You are proficient in belaying on climbing tours and are experienced in multi-pitch climbing
    • You can climb up to the 6th grade (6a+above).
    • Stamina for an approach of approx. 2 hours, a climbing tour of 5-7 hours plus descent of approx. 2-3 hours on Sunday

  • Price and services

    • CHF 1090.-
    • Including planning and realisation with mountain guide and his/her travel expenses
    • Including accommodation costs with half board
    • Excluding travelling expenses, any 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.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us, preferably directly at Florian or Larissa or via the Contact form. 

Impressions: Motörhead

How to get to the Eldorado classic with us:

As Private Tour on your desired date with your group:

Book as a private tour

As Voucher give your favourite as a gift:

Give as a gift voucher

Next highlights

  • Climbing holidays Ticino | Climbing course intensive

    25 - 28 September 2025, Thursday - Sunday, 4 days
    To the offer

  • Basic rock climbing course - climbing garden

    Friday, 3 October 2025
    Sunday, 19 October 2025
    Sunday, 26 October 2025
    To the offer

  • Advanced alpine multi-pitch course | Alpine application tours with a mountain guide

    Weekend from 4 - 5 October 2025
    Weekend from 11 - 12 October 2025
    To the offer

  • All last minute offers

    to the offers

Search for your dream tour

Text

Category

Period

Information on endurance and technique

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.

Log in or register to benefit from all functions!

Book

Google reCaptcha: Invalid site key.

Forgotten your password?

Google reCaptcha: Invalid site key.

Register

Google reCaptcha: Invalid site key.