Selun south pillar

Sharp limestone, wonderful views of Lake Walen and great and lonely climbing in 4th grade!

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The south faces of the Churfirsten are impressive. They drop steeply down to Lake Walen and offer an airy ambience. Together we climb a relatively easy ascent through the south pillar to the Selun. We climb up 5 pitches on grippy limestone in the 4th degree of difficulty. The final ascent is on the ridge with a magnificent view of the Glarus mountains and Lake Walen far below! We simplify the approach with the rustic Selun railway. From here we climb up to the "Rappenloch", where we abseil down and reach the start. The descent is a leisurely walk back along the hiking trail. What a tour with a magnificent ambience!

  • Venue & meeting point

    • Meeting point: Starkenbach bus stop, 08:31 hrs.

  • Requirements

    • Surefooted walking in exposed terrain
    • Climbing in climbing fins at the 4th degree of difficulty
    • Condition for 800m ascent and descent at a leisurely pace

  • Group size

    • Takes place with 2 guests per mountain guide.

  • Price and services

    • CHF 490.-
    • Including planning and realisation with mountain guide and his travel expenses.
    • Excluding travel expenses, possible train tickets, personal consumption.

  • Material and equipment

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

Impressions: Selun south pillar

    Summit cross from Selun
    Stand in the Selun south wall
    Climbing on the Selun

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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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