When is the best time for ski touring in Glarus?

The ski touring season in Glarnerland usually lasts from December to May. Classic tours are particularly attractive in the height of winter, while many high-alpine tours with glacier ascents are possible in spring.

How do I get to the ski tours in Glarnerland?

Glarnerland is easily accessible by public transport. Frequent starting points for ski tours are Linthal, Elm, Tierfehd or the Klausen Pass area. By car, the journey is via Glarus in the direction of Linthal. We also often use Ziegelbrücke railway station as a meeting point to continue from there in carpools.

Are ski tours in Glarnerland also suitable for beginners?

In addition to challenging peaks, Glarnerland also offers numerous enjoyable ski tours with moderate ascents. With a mountain guide, you can choose suitable tours depending on your experience and fitness level.

Are there also high-alpine ski tours in Glarus?

Yes, several peaks in the Glarus Alps offer impressive high-alpine ski tours with glacier ascents. The Tödi and Clariden are particularly well-known. Our absolute favourite tour is the Gemsfairenstock - Teufelsjoch round tour, which we are happy to offer as a spontaneous tour in winter.

Ski tours in Glarus

An unspoilt ski touring landscape unfolds between mighty peaks and quiet valleys in Glarnerland.

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Ski Tour Tödi
Experience the highest mountain in Glarus as a ski tour!

The Glarnerland offers impressive ski touring terrain between striking peaks, wide glaciers and quiet, unspoilt valleys. An alpine landscape opens up around Clariden, Tödi and the surrounding peaks, offering both enjoyable tours and challenging endeavours. Long ascents through quiet valleys, impressive glacier passages and varied descents characterise the experience. At the same time, the region impresses with its unspoilt nature and the often surprising tranquillity away from the big ski tour crowds. The Glarnerland region stands for classic ski touring with character and is versatile, impressive and enduringly impressive.

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Easy high tour Vrenelisgärtli | Glärnisch massif
Visible from afar and shrouded in legend, the Vrenelisgärtli watches over the Glarnerland.
Technics
Endurance
The weekend of 10–11 October 2026
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CHF 590.-
Ski mountaineering training course Glarus Alps
Deepen your knowledge and gain the necessary confidence to be able to plan and organise ski tours independently.
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Endurance
11–14 March 2027, Thursday–Sunday, 4 days
8 - 11 April 2027, Thursday - Sunday, 4 days
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CHF 1240.-
Clariden
Sharpening horn
Ski High Tour Tödi | Glarus Haute Route at Easter with Mountain Guide
Travelling through the impressive glacier world of the Glarus Haute Route, with the Tödi as the crowning highlight.
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Endurance
Easter, 26–29 March 2027, Friday–Monday, 4 days
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CHF 1190.-
Glarus Haute Route
Tödi
5-litre tour | Round tour Schilt to Lake Walen
Grandiose round tour from the Schilt ski lift with lots of downhill skiing!
Technics
Endurance
Daily, date on request
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CHF 195.-
Adventure ski tour in Glarus
Sunny ascent and shady, steep couloir in impressive terrain!
Technics
Endurance
Daily, date on request
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CHF 365.-
Tödi „One Push“ ski tour with mountain guide
From the valley to the summit. Under your own steam from Tierfehd by bike and skis.
Technics
Endurance
Daily, date on request
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CHF 475.-
Clariden ski tour from the Klausen Pass with a mountain guide
Beautiful summit, cool skiing terrain and a high start thanks to the Klausen Pass!
Technics
Endurance
Daily, date on request
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CHF 225.-
Klausen Pass
Tödi | Glarus Haute Route with mountain guide
We’ll climb to some prominent peaks via the Glarus glaciers and, as the grand finale, up to the Tödi.
Technics
Endurance
Daily, date on request
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CHF 1195.-
Glarus Haute Route
High tour Bifertenstock with mountain guide
We’ll climb up to the beautiful neighbouring peak of the Tödi via the famous Bänderweg.
Technics
Endurance
Daily, date on request
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CHF 1040.-
Bifertenstock, Glarus
Mountain hike: Schächentaler Windgällen | Crossing the west ridge with a mountain guide
One of the most beautiful alpine mountain tours in Central Switzerland: via the exposed western ridge, we reach the Windgällen in the Schächental and enjoy varied climbing, an alpine atmosphere and a fantastic view over the Uri Alps.
Technics
Endurance
Daily, date on request
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CHF 490.-
Climbing tour in Glarus | Solitary crossing from the Rautispitz
Solitary and varied scrambling tour along the ridge between sun and shade.
Technics
Endurance
Daily, date on request
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CHF 490.-
Glarus, Obersee
Alpine Tour | Tödi with Mountain Guide
Prominent and majestic - the highest Glarus 3614m.
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Endurance
Daily, date on request
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Clariden High-Altitude Hike | Day trip from Klausen Pass with a mountain guide
The Clariden is one of the most beautiful alpine tour classics in Central Switzerland.
Technics
Endurance
Daily, date on request
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CHF 345.-
Clariden
Downhill orientated ski tour in Glarnerland | Sunnehöreli
Varied ascent, great summit ascent and long, north-facing descent!
Technics
Endurance
Daily, date on request
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CHF 225.-
Crossing in the Glarnerland | Gulderstock
Idyllic ascent, exciting summit ridge and long descent.
Technics
Endurance
Daily, date on request
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CHF 225.-
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Current spontaneous tours

Easy high tour Vrenelisgärtli | Glärnisch massif

The weekend of 10–11 October 2026
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Advanced Multi-Pitch Climbing Course in Ticino | Refresher and practical tour with a mountain guide

The weekend of 10–11 October 2026
The weekend of 17–18 October 2026
The weekend of 24–25 October 2026
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Multi-pitch climbing in Ticino | Speroni di Ponte Brolla

Saturday, 10 October 2026
Sunday, 11 October 2026
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Griesalp ski touring days, starting from the hotel with a mountain guide

11 - 14 February 2027, Thursday - Sunday, 4 days
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Ridge climbing in alpine terrain | Jura rock-climbing course with practical tours starting from the hotel

9 - 11 October 2026, Friday - Sunday, 3 days
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Advanced Multi-Pitch Climbing Course in Ticino | Refresher and practical tour with a mountain guide

The weekend of 10–11 October 2026
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Frequently asked questions about our offers in Glarnerland

When is the best time for ski touring in Glarus?
The ski touring season in Glarnerland usually lasts from December to May. Classic tours are particularly attractive in the height of winter, while many high-alpine tours with glacier ascents are possible in spring.
How do I get to the ski tours in Glarnerland?
Glarnerland is easily accessible by public transport. Frequent starting points for ski tours are Linthal, Elm, Tierfehd or the Klausen Pass area. By car, the journey is via Glarus in the direction of Linthal. We also often use Ziegelbrücke railway station as a meeting point to continue from there in carpools.
Are ski tours in Glarnerland also suitable for beginners?
In addition to challenging peaks, Glarnerland also offers numerous enjoyable ski tours with moderate ascents. With a mountain guide, you can choose suitable tours depending on your experience and fitness level.
Are there also high-alpine ski tours in Glarus?
Yes, several peaks in the Glarus Alps offer impressive high-alpine ski tours with glacier ascents. The Tödi and Clariden are particularly well-known. Our absolute favourite tour is the Gemsfairenstock - Teufelsjoch round tour, which we are happy to offer as a spontaneous tour in winter.