Snow & Ice Glacier Workshop
Activity overview
Enjoy the awesome scenery around Oeschinensee and arrive at the Fründen Hut (2’562m) in time for an amazing sunset. On the second day, ice axe skills, roping up, crevasse rescue and glacier travel skills are taught and practised. A great workshop for those interested in learning new skills or exploring the Alps. No experience needed but good hiking fitness is essential.
This is only a guide. Times will change according to the weather and the group’s ability.
Day 1
| Meet your guide in front of the Chalet, equipment check | 12:30 |
| Take the gondola up and walk to Fründen Hut | 13:00 |
| Arrive at the hut and relax | 17:30 |
| Eat dinner at the hut | 18:30 |
| Fitting crampons and briefing for day 2 | 19:30 |
| Free time | 20:00 |
Day 2
| Breakfast and prepare to go back onto the glacier | 07:00 |
| Walk down to the glacier, put crampons on and rope up | 08:00 |
| Walk across the glacier, stopping for activities along the way | 08:15 |
| Rope up and walk back to the hut | 12:00 |
| Pack up all equipment and have lunch | 12:15 |
| Walk back to Oeschinensee | 13:00 |
| Take gondola down and walk back to KISC | 16:15 |
| Arrive back at Centre | 17:00 |
Price Adult: CHF 160.00
Price Child: CHF 160.00
Price includes: KISC Guide for the duration of the trip and a qualified Swiss Mountain Guide whilst on the glacier, climbing equipment, overnight at the Fründen Hut with dinner and breakfast, return cable car
Price does not include: Packed lunch
Guest Cancellation:
- Less than 7 days before activity: fee of 50% of the price per person
- Less than 48 hours in advance: Non-refundable
- This hike is not available on Saturdays or Sundays
- A leader or responsible person over 18 years old must be present as part of the group
- A sheet sleeping bag liner is required for the overnight. If you do not have one then you can rent a sleeping bag liner from Reception for a CHF 3.00 fee and CHF 50.00 deposit.
- There is no potable water at Frunden Hut. One liter of hut tea will be provided per person with breakfast day 2.
- Food and drinkis (snacks and traditional Swiss lunch) are available for purchase at Frunden Hut.
- Hot chocolate is included with all breakfasts. Coffee is available for purchase with breakfast.
- A sheet sleeping bag liner is required for the overnight. If you do not have one then you can rent a sleeping bag liner from Reception for a CHF 3.00 fee and CHF 50.00 deposit.
- Rucksack - lightweight and water resistant
- Hiking boots with ankle support (no trainers)
- Waterproof jacket waterproof trousers
- Water bottle (minimum 2 litres)
- Warm clothing (long trousers and fleece, no jeans)
- Sun protection (hat, sun cream and sunglasses)
- Warm hat
- Gloves
- Personal medication (asthma inhalers, etc)
- Food (snacks/lunch and/or dinner)
- Pocket money (optional)
- Sheet sleeping bag liner
- Torch
- Complete first aid kit
By completing this activity, you can get closer to achieving the following Awards and Badges:
- High Adventure Award
- KISC Challenge Award
- Swiss Explorer
- Huttentest: Fründen Hut
