Gemsfairenstock and Teufelsjoch ski tour

An impressive tour with via ferrata, cool abseil and huge downhill slopes.

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Ascent to the Teufelsjoch

The tour over the Gemsfairen and the Teufelsjoch is a cool thing to do. It leads over varied terrain, first up to the Gemsfairen with magnificent views of Tödi and Co. It continues with a first descent and a short second ascent over a gentle glacier. Now comes the centrepiece of the tour: the via ferrata up to the Teufelsjoch and back down on the north side. Here we can experience a truly impressive mountain world thanks to the via ferrata with a moderate level of difficulty. You are secured and supervised by a mountain guide. The last part of the descent leads via an abseil point. This tour is part of our expertise. Here we find long untravelled sections and cool corners where there are still no tracks. Simon loves this terrain and we will have a fantastic day with him!

Here you will find a great experience report from Sandra!

  • Venue & meeting point

    • Meeting point: 9.00 at Urnerboden, valley station of the Fiseten cable car
    • If possible, travel by car and adjust the meeting point
    • Journey home from the same place, approx. 16.00
  • Requirements

    • Mastering the ski touring technique with its basics (skins, hairpin turns).
    • Safe downhill technique in open terrain and in different types of snow.
    • Condition for around 1200 metres ascent at a normal pace (~350m/h) and significantly more descent.
    • Splitboarders are welcome, provided they are experienced.
  • Group size

    • Takes place with 4 - 5 guests per mountain guide.
  • Price and services

    • CHF 250
    • 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 ski touring equipment including crampons plus
      • Climbing harness with 120cm webbing sling and 2x screw carabiners
      • Crampons
      • Helmet is mandatory

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

That's what our guests say:

  • Jakob Korherr

    I had a great ski touring day on the Tüfelsjoch with Simon. Thank you very much 🙌
  • Emanuele Hasler

    Awesome, crazy adventure!!! Gemsfairenstock - Teufelsjoch 👹

Impressions: Teufelsjoch

    Descent from the Teufelsjoch
    Abseiling at the Teufelsjoch
    Ascent to the Teufelsjoch

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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.

Ski toursSafe skiing on the black piste in the ski area. No previous knowledge of ski touring 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.

Ski toursFirst off-piste experience up to approx. 30° slope gradient. You have mastered the basic techniques of ski touring and have some experience of hairpin bends.

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.

Ski toursYou are confident in off-piste terrain up to a slope angle of approx. 35° and are proficient in hairpin bends in a variety of terrain. 

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.

Ski toursSafe skiing in steep off-piste terrain (up to approx. 40°), solid hairpin technique. First experience with rope manoeuvres, such as roping up on the glacier and abseiling.

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.

Ski toursYou are a very safe skier on steep, unsecured terrain. You are a master of hairpin turns in difficult conditions and have experience with rope manoeuvres and glacier equipment.

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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