ALONG THE SOUTH-EAST RIDGE
From the end of June to the end of September
The east ridge is an option to avoid the normal route from Langflue. It is recommended for anyone who likes to climb away from the crowd on wilder trails. Awesome landscapes and breathtaking views guaranteed.
Once reached the Feejoch col on the Allalinhorn normal route, the track run on the Feechopf ridge and, finally, the south east ridge of Alphubel. Not technically difficult, the rock climbing section that lead to Feechopf is really fun and scenic. At the Alphubeljoch pass, where the track from Tashhutte pass through as well, our route head to the narrow ridge that became wider and wider as it reach the proper summit of Alphubel. In very good conditions it is possible to descent on the same way. Otherwise the descent will be on the normal route.
Travel Program
Summit attempt
Meeting with the guide and transfer to Saas Fee. Cable car to Mittelallalin. The first section of the Allalinhorn normal route allow to reach easily the Feejoch; a ridge leads to the Feechopf 3888m first and, finally, to the Alphubeljoch pass. From here, follow the ridge and climb the last meters of the steep south east face to reach the summit of Alphubel. In very good conditions it is possible to descent on the same way. Otherwise the descent will be on the normal route to Langflue.
Elevation gain 720m/loss 1180 – 6/7h
More details
TECHNICAL INFO: the Alphubel east ridge it’s a classic climb: snow slopes are never steeper than 45° and rock climbing is around II. The descent on the normal route is completely on the glacier and technically easy.
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Difficulties
| PD+ / A little difficult + |
Skills required
| Good crampons and ice axe skills |
Duration, Participants and Deadline
| Duration | Min | Max | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 day | 1 | 2 |
Equipements
| High mountain clothing, Crampons, Harness, Ice axe, Helmet |
Documents
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Carta d'identità in corso di validità - E' consigliata la tessera del C.a.i |
Prices
| 1 person | 550,00 € | per person |
| 2 people | 350,00 € | per person |
Rate details
WHAT' S INCLUDED: support and assistance of a U.I.A.G.M. Mountain Guide (English speaking), all the shared technical equipment, professional insurance.
WHAT’S NOT INCLUEDED: transfer to Saas Fee, cable-car ticket, other personal insurance, everything is not mentioned in “WHAT’S INCLUEDED”. Guide’s lift ticket and transfer expenses will be shared by participants.