The Albert-Heim-Hütte SAC (2,543 m) is picturesquely perched on a rocky ridge on the Tiefengletscher above the Furka Pass and offers a breathtaking view of the Galenstock and neighbouring peaks.
09:50 Uhr in Realp
Uri Haute Route | Ski tour from Andermatt to Engelberg with a mountain guide
Impressive ski crossing with sunny ascents and long, north-facing descents!
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Haute Route in Uri
Die Urner Haute Route führt von Andermatt nach Engelberg und ist eine imposante Skidurchquerung für abfahrtsorientierte Skitourengeher:innen. Die Aufstiege verlaufen sonnseitig, dafür sind die Abfahrten konsequent nordseitig und versprechen besten Schnee in traumhaftem Skigelände. Diese mehrtägige Route führt uns entlang der wilden Granitberge des Urnerlands, eingebettet in eine eindrucksvolle, oft einsame Landschaft. Neben der klassischen Linie bietet die Urner Haute Route diverse Varianten und unbekannte Übergänge. Je nach Verhältnissen setzen wir unser Wissen und Know-how gezielt ein, um die beste, eindrücklichste Route für euch zu wählen und möglichst einsam und erlebnisreich unterwegs zu sein. Wir übernachten abwechselnd in einer gemütlichen SAC-Hütte und in einem Berghotel mit Dusche, eine ideale Mischung aus alpinem Flair und Komfort. Am letzten Tag erleben wir einen der vielen Highlights der Tour: ein einsamer Übergang bringt uns auf den Grassen, von wo aus die mächtige, nordseitige Schlussabfahrt mit 2000 Höhenmetern direkt nach Engelberg führt. Erlebe gemeinsam mit uns eine der coolsten Skidurchquerungen. Wir lieben diese Tour und kennen so einige Varianten, um noch schönen Schnee, einsames Gelände und cooles Ambiente zu finden!
Procedure and meeting place
We meet at the railway station in Realp. We then head to the Albert Heim Hut and continue northwards, with sunny ascents and shady descents to Engelberg. Travelling by train is recommended.
We meet in Realp and climb over the Schafberg, our first summit, to the Albert Heim Hütte. Roman from the Albert Heim Hütte provides us with great hospitality here.
First magnificent crossing over the Lochberg to the Göscheneralp. After a varied ascent into the winter gap and a short ski-carrying passage, we reach the Lochberg. After a long, impressive descent over a small glacier, we reach the Göscheneralpsee and shortly afterwards the remote high valley of the Göscheneralp. We spend the night in the warmly run Gwüest guesthouse near Seraina.
An adventurous section awaits us today. We climb up to the Bergseeschijen, trudge up through one of the many couloirs and reach the summit of the Bergseeschijen. From here, a long descent through playful terrain awaits. A short ascent in the opposite direction brings us to the Voralphütte.
A longer section awaits us today. We climb directly up to the Chelenalplücke, cross this and the Sustenlimi and reach the huge glacier of the Sustenhorn. If we still have breath left, we climb the Gwächtenhorn or Sustenhorn. On the Gwächtenhorn in particular, we have the opportunity for a magnificent, somewhat steeper descent through the glacier. We ski down over the Steingletscher to the Sustenpass. We choose one of the numerous variants to experience untracked terrain and impressive, solitary nature. We stay at the hotel in the Alpine Centre near the Steingletscher on the Susten Pass. Here we also refresh ourselves with a shower.
The crowning finale awaits today. We climb up through the Obertal valley and reach the summit of the Fünffingerstock between the steep rock faces. An impressive descent over the glaciers of the Sustli area brings us to the second ascent and the summit of Grassen. From here we ski down the wide slopes of the Grassen over the Firnalpeli glacier to Engelberg. Another magnificent descent to round off the day. We arrive in Engelberg happy, tired, proud and full of new experiences.
We end the tour days together in Engelberg with a lot of fun.
Requirements
- Solid ski touring technique including hairpin bends, use of crampons
- Safe downhill technique in open terrain and in different types of snow.
- Condition for ski tours with around 1200hm at a normal pace (~300-350hm/h).
- There are sections where we strap on our skis and trudge up a couloir with crampons and ice axe.
- Splitboarders are welcome, provided they are very experienced.
Price Services
- CHF 1390.-
- Small group with 4 - 6 guests per mountain guide.
- Including professional planning and realisation with a mountain guide and his travel expenses.
- Including 2 nights in mountain huts and 2 nights in mountain hotels, each with half board.
- Excluding personal travel expenses, any train or taxi journeys.
Material and equipment
- For this tour you need the material from this PDF. We carry our equipment with us all the time. Pack only what is necessary.
- General material and packing tips we have also put together for you.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us, preferably directly at Florian or Jonas or via the Contact form.
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Questions and answers about the Uri Haute Route from Andermatt to Engelberg ?¿
What is the Uri Haute Route?
The Uri Haute Route is a ski traverse from Andermatt to Engelberg. In five days you can ski from hut to hut on touring skis and enjoy sunny ascents and long, north-facing descents. The Uri Haute Route is a haute route with an average ascent of 1200 metres per day. On the ski touring difficulty scale, it is quite difficult (ZS).
How long does the Uri Haute Route usually take?
The Uri Haute Route is normally completed in 5 days.
What equipment is recommended for the Uri Haute Route?
For the Uri Haute Route you need:
- normal ski touring equipment plus
- light crampons,
- Climbing harness,
- and pimples.
The mountain guide also has the following with him:
- Safety equipment such as ropes, slings and carabiners,
- Rescue equipment such as pharmacy, satellite messenger,
- Orientation material.
We have for you a detailed packing list with packing tips compiled, also compact as PDF.
Is there a recommended time for the tour?
The Haute Route in Uri has the best conditions from mid-February to mid-April.
Is ski touring experience necessary?
Yes, it is a long ski tour crossing, where you climb over 1000 metres every day and long descents await you. You also traverse steeper terrain. The Uri Haute Route is therefore only for experienced ski tourers.
What accommodation is available along the route?
We normally stay in the following accommodation:
The following accommodation options are also available:
Are there alternative routes or shortcuts?
There are countless variants, additional options and shortcuts:
- People often spend the night in the Chelenalphütte instead of in Gwüest.
- You can also make a detour to the Voralphütte.
- The tour can also be completed on the Susten Pass.
What maps do I need for the Uri Haute Route?
For the Uri Haute Route you need the Swiss map sheets:
- 1231 Urseren,
- 1211 Meiental,
- 1191 Engelberg.
You can also find a possible route description on the map here:
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