Guided snowshoe hike to Lämmerenhütte SAC on the Gemmi
Hike with a Gemmi Guide across the snow-covered plateau to Lämmerenhütte SAC at 2,502 m. Enjoy cheese toast at the hut, followed by an aperitif platter.
Highlights
- Snowshoe across the plateau and the Lämmerenboden
- Reach Lämmerenhütte SAC at 2,502 m
- Enjoy traditional cheese toast at the hut
- Get practical tips on snowshoe technique, setting a trail and avalanche awareness
- Look out for bearded vultures, ibex and chamois
- Round off the day with an aperitif platter at the panoramic restaurant
Inclusions
Guided snowshoe hike with a Gemmi Guide holding a Federal Certificate of Competence and UIMLA certification
Cheese toast at Lämmerenhütte SAC
Aperitif platter at the panoramic restaurant
Practical tips on equipment, walking technique, setting a trail and low-impact snowshoeing
Travel to the starting point and Gemmi cable car journey
Snowshoes, telescopic poles and safety equipment (available to hire on site for an extra charge, subject to availability)
Snacks and drinks
Insurance
Meeting point
Bergstation Gemmibahn, Gemmipass 2, 3954 Leukerbad
Important information
- Duration: 4 to 5 hours of walking, around 10 km with 300 m of ascent and descent; finish at around 4 pm
- For experienced snowshoers: difficulty WT3; good technique is needed for steep descents and traverses
- The hike runs with at least 4 participants; from 11 participants, a second guide or trainee guide accompanies the group
- Bring: snowshoes, telescopic poles and safety equipment including an avalanche transceiver, avalanche probe and avalanche shovel; warm, waterproof hiking boots; layered winter clothing; wind and weather protection; a hat; gloves; sunglasses; sun protection; and a rucksack with drinks and snacks
- The route is adapted to the conditions; wildlife sightings are not guaranteed
Questions about this tour?
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Provider
Operated by
Luftseilbahn Leukerbad-Gemmipass AG
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