A 3-day trek in the Bernese Oberland from Rosenlaui to Innertkirchen staying in two iconic mountain huts and passing through impressive landscapes formed by glaciers.
The first day of this trek is a T4 alpine trail (blue-white) on steep terrain involving cables and ladders and is partially very exposed (see for example this video). You have to be comfortable on this type of trail and do not suffer from vertigo.
In case of heavy rain, the hike will either have to be canceled or changed significantly as the ascent to the Dossenhütte will be too dangerous.
The hike is fully booked.
Optional: Thursday, July 31350m 0m 5km 3 hours
We take the train from Geneva to Aareschlucht (East) and walk through the gorge to its west entrance
(~45 minutes). From there we continue to the top of the impressive Reichenbachfall
where Sherlock Holmes fell to its death.
People staying at Rosenlaui/Schwarzwaldalp can take the (last) 16:34 bus from Zwirgi. People staying in the valley
can either take a bus, the cable car, a Monster-Trotti
or walk back down to Meiringen.
You book your own accommodation for Thursday night (e.g. in Rosenlaui or Meiringen). On the next morning, we can meet at Rosenlaui around 10am to visit the Rosenlaui Glacier Gorge before the other group from Geneva arrives.
Friday, Aug 1: 1300m 0m 5km 4 hours
From Rosenlaui we hike through a forest on a normal hiking path until we reach the intersection with the
blue/white alpine trail to the Dossenhütte (2663m).
With the help of ladders and cables we climb the steep rock
face to the Rosenlaui bivouac. Following a rocky trail we arrive at the final ridge (secured by cables)
leading us to the hut.
Saturday, Aug 2: 850m 1300m 9km 5 hours
We traverse to the Gaulihütte (2205m) today. Easier than yesterday but the first half is still on an alpine trail.
Once we reach the Urbach valley we join a normal hiking path that ascends to the hut.
Sunday, Aug 3: 100m 1600m 13km 6 hours
On our last day we will explore the scenic Gauli glacier lake and then take the hiking path back to the Urbach valley. We either walk
to Mürvorsess and take a taxi or walk another 1.5h to Innertkirchen.
To secure your spot a deposit of CHF 150 is required by Friday, 27 Jun 2025. Payment details will be communicated after sign-up.
By registering, you agree that you are fit for this level of hike and/or that you have previously participated in a similar hike with SCIG. By registering, you confirm that you carry insurance against accidents and mountain rescue, including helicopter rescue operations (e.g. REGA). Check with your employer to see if you are properly insured. The hike leader and SCIG disclaim any and all liability for accidents related to this hike. The hike leader is not a professional guide.