URNER HAUTE ROUTE










Description
The Haute Route in the Urner Alps is a classic 5-6 days ski traverse that offers breathtaking alpine scenery and steep skiing joys. It is a dream come true for passionate skiers hungry for adventures. Ski touring journey begins in the picturesque town of Andermatt, nestled in the heart of the Swiss Alps. From here, skiers make their way towards the freeriding paradise Engelberg, Voralp-Variante. Enjoy the excitement of climbing up the long, sun-kissed terrain, followed by descents on the southern faces of the mountains. If you love the thrill of navigating narrow, steep descents on the north faces, this traverse promises anunforgettable experience. It’s an invitation to embrace the heights and carve your story amidst these stunning landscapes, all within the intimacy of a small group, max 4 participants. It is a classy hut to hut alpine crossing.
Tour Itinerary
Highlights
- epic ski descents
- wilderness of the alps
- classy huts
What's Included
- guiding by experienced mountain guide UIAGM
Not Included
- all expenses
Required Gear
- personal equipment:
- clothing (jacket, underwear, overtrousers, possibly gaiters, gloves, finger gloves,
- also for changing, cap or helmet liner, sun hat,),
- crampon-compatible ski boots (suitable for ski bindings and crampons!),
- rucksack, volume = approx. 30 litres, max. 40l (possibly crampon bag),
- Ski equipment:
- Touring skis with climbing bindings (),
- Crampons (suitable for skis and bindings),
- Skins (suitable for skis and bindings),
- Ski strap,
- Ski poles (with snow baskets)
- touring equipment:
- waist harness (light),
- 2 locking carabiners,
- sling (cow-tail),
- helmet
- ice equipment:
- normal ice axe (pick = steel / spike = steel),
- crampons, 12-points steel, with anti-bump (please adjust the crampons to the shoes),
- protective equipment:
- hut sleeping bag,
- mini bivouac sack,
- first aid (1 set per 2 men),
- headlamp,
- thermos flask,
- cream,
- sunglasses (category 4),
- repair kit
- and preferably also
- telephone,
- camera,
- Alpine Club membership card,
- Half-Fare Card / Swisspass
Meetup Location
Andermatt
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