Sustenhorn 3503 masl.
Beautiful and easy alpine tour over a mindblowing glacier.
Easy Alpine Tour for Beginners and Glacier Landscape Lovers
The Sustenhorn (3,503 m / 11,492 ft) – your gateway to alpine adventure
The Sustenhorn, standing at 3,503 meters above sea level, is a true classic among Swiss alpine tours – and the perfect choice for anyone looking to experience their first glacier or high-altitude tour. The route offers breathtaking views, a real summit experience, and most importantly: ideal conditions for beginners.
So if you want to dive into the world of alpine tours with no prior experience, the Sustenhorn is the perfect choice: safe, educational, and with an unforgettable summit moment.
Option 1: Private Tour
You choose the date and send us a booking request. We’ll create a customized offer for you. Maximum 8 participants per guide. For very fit and fast individuals, a one-day version is also possible!
Option 2: Join on Group Dates
Book your group spot easily on one of our scheduled dates.
The advantage? You’ll meet like-minded people and join a motivated group.
Requirements:
Good physical condition, suitable for beginners and ambitious hikers.
You should be able to ascend and descend 1500 vertical meters.
Summit / Accommodation:
Sustenhorn / Tierbergli Hut
Detailed Itinerary:
Day 1
Meet at Steingletscher or as agreed
Welcome and introductions
Gear check
Ascent to Tierbergli Hut
Short glacier loop
Shared dinner
Day 2
Breakfast
Ascent to the summit
Descent and lunch at the hut
Hike back to the parking lot
Cold beer or soda at Hotel Steingletscher
Price:
The price includes planning and guiding by a certified mountain guide, as well as their expenses.
Not included: hut accommodation, personal transport, and personal consumption.
We’d be happy to accompany you to the Sustenhorn on your preferred date. Just send us a non-binding inquiry, and we’ll get back to you with an offer.
Difficulty:
The tour has a difficulty level of L (Easy)
Ascent:
We need approximately 3 to 4 hours to cover the 730 vertical meters from the hut to the summit.
Descent:
We need about 1.5–2 hours to return to the hut, and another 1.5 hours from there to the parking lot.
When do you decide whether the tour will take place due to the weather?
We will contact you 2–3 days before the tour to give you an update. If the weather forecast is unstable, we will have to make a short-term decision.
What happens in bad weather? For example, if it rains all day?
As long as there are no safety concerns, we try to carry out the tour. In case of really bad weather, we will offer you a rescheduled date.
Technical Equipment
Crampons (adjusted to your boots)
Ice axe
Climbing harness
Climbing helmet not mandatory
3x HMS locking carabiners
1x sling 120 cm
All technical equipment can be rented from us
Clothing and Accessories
Backpack max. 30 L
Mountaineering boots (crampon-compatible)
Headlamp
Trekking poles (recommended)
Hardshell jacket
Down or Primaloft jacket
Spare T-shirt
Touring pants
Optional: long underwear
Gaiters (optional)
Thin gloves
Sunglasses
Sun hat
Sunscreen
Water bottles
For the huts
Food for the day (sandwiches and snacks are also available at the huts)
Silk sleeping bag liner
Toiletries
Cash
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