Introductory ski mountaineering courses with Swiss mountain guides

Your introduction to the high mountains on skis. Over the course of three days, you will learn the basics of how to ski safely on guided high-altitude ski tours and experience the world of 4000 metre peaks.

Ascent on skis to the bishorn

Ski touring course overview

The basic courses are for beginners and require little or no prior knowledge. The application courses and advanced courses are more advanced and require corresponding prior knowledge (see the course description in each case).

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    • Ski mountaineering introductory and preparation course with application tour Allalin- and Strahlhorn

      Your introduction to the high mountains on skis. Over the course of three days, you will learn the basics of how to ski safely on guided high-altitude ski tours and experience the world of 4000 metre peaks.
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      8 - 10 May 2026, Friday - Sunday, 3 days
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      Ski tourers ascending on the glacier around Saas Fee

      Allalin and Strahlhorn

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    Impressions of introductory ski touring courses

      Ascent to the Allalinhorn
      ski mountaineering with Alphölzer skis
      Ascent on skis to the bishorn
      On the ascent to the Allalinhorn
      Ascent on the glacier

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    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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