Crossing the Galtig Towers on the Pilatus

Pretty, imposing yet easy scrambling tour up the Pilatus with fantastic views of Lake Lucerne!

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View of Lake Lucerne from the Pilatus

The dry weather window on Saturday is perfect for an exciting day on the rock and in nature. We climb the Galtig Towers on the Pilatus in the 3rd and 4th degree of difficulty and enjoy the sun, the view of the white mountains and the blue Lake Lucerne. After the Galtigen Towers, we climb small paths to the summit of the Pilatus and take a leisurely train ride back down to the valley. The last tower of the Galtigen ridge has some beautiful climbing sections and the view from the exit down to Lake Lucerne with the mountains in the background is magnificent!

  • Procedure and meeting place

    • Meeting place

      8:30 am Alpnachstad railway station

      We meet in the morning at Alpnachstad railway station, where we take the funicular railway to Ämsigen.

    • Tour

      800 metres altitude

      3b

      From Ämsigen we set off on our alpine adventure: the crossing of the Galgen towers - an impressive ridge climb with plenty of panoramic views, airy passages and magnificent rock.

    • Conclusion

      Return approx. 3 pm

      At Pilatus, we take the funicular railway back down to the valley.

  • Requirements

    • You have some climbing / scrambling experience.
    • Climbing in the 3rd and one place in the 4th degree of difficulty.
    • Stamina for an ascent of around 800 metres at a leisurely pace (~300m/h).

  • Price and services

    • CHF 490.-
    • Rope team with 2 guests per mountain guide.
    • Including planning and realisation with mountain guide and his travel expenses.
    • Excluding travel expenses, possible train tickets, personal consumption.

  • Material and equipment

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us, preferably via the Contact form. 

That's what our guests say:

Roger Limacher

Impressions: Galtig Towers Pilatus

    View of Lake Lucerne from the Pilatus
    Climbing the Galtigentümre to Pilatus
    Climbing the Galtigen towers to Pilatus

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Here you will find the organisation of our tours as a guideline. If you are unsure which level suits you best, feel free to get in touch - We can help you!

Technics

Technology 1 - for beginners

Easy tours, suitable for beginners. The terrain is easy and moderate. No previous mountaineering experience is necessary.

Climbing: No previous experience necessary. Experience in the climbing hall is an advantage.

Technique 2 - Leisurely tours

Easy to slightly challenging tours with short, steeper sections that we master together and with coaching. You are ready for this level after a basic or taster course.

Climbing: You have mastered the The basics of climbing in the gym and in the climbing garden.

Technique 3 - Medium tours

Medium-difficulty tours with short, technical sections that are easy to do with some previous experience. You have already done a few tours and feel confident with your equipment and technique.

Climbing: You know your way around a climbing garden and have some experience with multi-pitch routes.

Technique 4 - First big tours

Challenging tours with longer, steeper passages that require a good level of experience and skill. We secure these sections with ropes and coach you through difficult sections. Suitable for adventure-seekers with solid basic training.

Climbing: You have experience in multi-pitch climbing and feel confident in the climbing garden.

Technique 5 - Grand tours

Very demanding tours, with technical passages that require a good level of experience and skill. These are secured, but smooth, rapid progress is required. For experienced climbers with plenty of experience and a thirst for adventure.

Climbing: You are experienced in multi-pitch climbing and feel equally comfortable on alpine rock and in the climbing garden.

Endurance

Endurance 1 - Easy tours

Easy tours with plenty of time to take a break and enjoy.

  • Elevation gain: approx. 500 - 800 metres per day, 
  • Pace: approx. 250 - 300 m / h.
Endurance 2 - Leisurely tours

"Normal" tour at a leisurely pace with 800 - 1000 vertical metres per day, ~300 hm / h.

Endurance 3 - Medium tours

Longer tours at a steady, fluid pace. A solid basic level of fitness is required here.

  • Elevation gain: approx. 1200 metres per day
  • Pace: approx. 350 m / h.
Endurance 4 - First big tours

Long and challenging tours at a brisk but constant pace. Ideal for active sports enthusiasts.

  • Elevation gain: up to 1500 metres per day
  • Pace: approx. 350 m / h.
Endurance 5 - Long tours

Very long tours with more than 1500 metres in altitude per day. Requires very good fitness and stamina.

  • Elevation metres: 1500 m + per day
  • Pace: approx. 400 m / h.

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