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Roadto4000 - Bishorn 4,153 m: The Perfect 4,000-Meter Peak for Your High-Altitude Adventure!

Zinal, Vallese · Svizzera•2 days · 1 night in a mountain hut•Mountaineering · 4,153 m
Experience
High altitude experiences
Difficulty ?
PD (LITTLE DIFFICULT)
Where?
Vallese, Svizzera
On your own?
No problem
Points
+36
Roadto4000 - Bishorn 4,153 m: The Perfect 4,000-Meter Peak for Your High-Altitude Adventure!
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Overview
The experience
Difficulty
What's included
Itinerary
Carpooling
What to bring
Your guide
Reviews
Questions
WHY THIS CLIMB

To the summit of the Bishorn

A graceful four-thousander, the way into high altitude.

Group chat a couple of days before
Come alone, leave with new friends

The experience

The Bishorn, 4,153 metres, is one of the most accessible four-thousanders in the Alps, though it would be a mistake to call it minor: here high altitude is experienced in its purest, quietest form.

Day 1. We set off with the Guidders from the village of Zinal, in the heart of the Valais, and climb a long, spectacular valley to the Cabane de Tracuit, where we sleep. Day 2. A start in the middle of the night, roped up on the glacier, to the summit of the Bishorn. Then the descent and the return to Zinal.

5 reasons to come - an accessible four-thousander that is never ordinary - the night at the Cabane de Tracuit - the glacier at dawn, roped up - the Valais, one of the homes of mountaineering - the Road to 4000 project, one step at a time

Who it suits This is glacier mountaineering: good fitness and the will to test yourself at altitude are needed.

Your four-thousander is waiting: set off with the Guidders.

GOOD TO KNOW
Group chat
It opens a couple of days before: that's where the meeting point is confirmed and carpooling is arranged.
Free cancellation up to 45 days before
You pay nothing when you book.
+36 Guiddy points
Your points grow with every outing, level you up and unlock discounts, exclusive outings and goodies.
Guiddy Coordinator (runs the group, Telegram included)
Included in the price.
Not suitable for dogs
This time your dog stays at home.

How hard is it, really

Mountaineering scale
PD (LITTLE DIFFICULT)
F
PD
AD
D
TD
ED
WHAT YOU NEED BEFORE YOU GO
✓
BEFORE YOU GO
Build up to altitude gradually: in the weeks before, do outings above 2,000 m, sleep well the two nights before and arrive hydrated. Headache or nausea on the way up: tell your guide straight away, it's not a weakness
✓
IN YOUR BACKPACK
Crampons, ice axe, harness and helmet (rent them if you don't have them, your guide will show you how they work), warm gloves plus a spare pair, glacier glasses, high-factor sunscreen, a thermos and energy bars: we set off before dawn. Always with you: a plaster, an antiseptic wipe and a small bag for rubbish

What's included in the price

✓INCLUDED
✓Alpine Guide
✓Overnight and Half Board
✓Mountain hut
✓Guiddy Coordinator (runs the group, Telegram included)
✕NOT INCLUDED
✕Cable car, gondola or chairlift
✕Packed lunch
✕Parking
✕Drinks
✕Tourist tax
✕Travel to Zinal
To get there, there's Guiddy carpooling, below.

Itinerary

Two days, approximate times. The final details come in the group chat.

Elevation gain
2,600 m
Max altitude
4,153 m
Distance
22 km
Duration
2 days
Day 1
2 stops · from 09:00
Day 2
3 stops · from 05:00
Map
2 days · 22 km
Meeting point 9:00approximate
Rue De L'eglise 5, 3961 Zinal, Svizzera. The exact time is confirmed in the group chat. We usually meet a little earlier for breakfast together, when possible.
HOW TO GET THERE
09:00PARKING
Zinal: Hike into Alpine Paradise
We meet in the village of Zinal, Switzerland, nestled in a long and breathtaking glacial valley that serves as a gateway to the high-altitude environment.
15:00MOUNTAIN HUT
Tracuit Hut (3256 m)
In 5-6 hours, we'll reach Cabane de Tracuit, a panoramic mountain hut with breathtaking views of the Weisshorn, where we'll spend the night and acclimatize to the altitude.

How do you get to Zinal? By carpooling.

You say so when booking, then you get organised in the Telegram group. Contacts and costs are agreed between you: a seat isn't guaranteed.

WHO'S ALREADY GOING
Offering a seat Looking for a seat
Cars are added in the last few days, once the group is confirmed.

What to bring

A list made for this route.

Warm gloves
REQUIRED
Imbrago
REQUIRED
Crampons
RENTABLE
Mountaineering boots
RENTABLE
Trekking boots
REQUIRED
Sheet bag
REQUIRED
Food supply
REQUIRED
Water supply
REQUIRED
Mineral salts and supplements
REQUIRED
Layered clothing
REQUIRED
Windbreaker
REQUIRED
Headlamp
REQUIRED
Guiddy tip: don't have full mountaineering kit (with crampons), mountaineering kit ( Helmet - Piccozza - harness) and crampons?
If you don't have it, rent it when you book: your guide will hand it over at the meeting point in Zinal, already in your size.
Full mountaineering kit (with crampons)
choose it when booking
€25 / outing
Mountaineering kit ( Helmet - Piccozza - harness)
choose it when booking
€15 / outing
Crampons
choose it when booking
€10 / outing
Mountaineering helmet
choose it when booking
€5 / outing
Picke mountaineering
choose it when booking
€5 / outing
Mountaineering harness
choose it when booking
€5 / outing
Choose sizes and items when you book. You pay for the rental only if the outing is confirmed.

Reviews

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Questions?

Do I need mountaineering experience?
⌄
No, but you need to be fit: 2,600 m of elevation gain over 2 days and 12 h of walking. You'll go over movement techniques and how to use the gear with your guide before setting off.
Can I join on my own?
⌄
How does carpooling work?
⌄
What happens if the weather is bad?
⌄
How does gear rental work?
⌄
Until when can I cancel?
⌄
Book now, pay only if it goes ahead
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✓No charge now: the amount is only held on your card
✓Free cancellation up to 45 days before
✓You're only charged once the group is confirmed, at 7 pm the evening before departure
✓Minimum not reached? No charge, nothing to do
Or pay straight away by card, PayPal, Satispay or Revolut. With Klarna you can also pay in interest-free instalments.
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Roadto4000 - Bishorn 4,153 m: The Perfect 4,000-Meter Peak for Your High-Altitude Adventure!

Roadto4000 - Bishorn 4,153 m: The Perfect 4,000-Meter Peak for Your High-Altitude Adventure!

Zinal, (VS) · Svizzera
2 days · Mountaineering · 4,153 m
New: you'll be among the first Guidders to do it
Elevation gain
2,600 m
Max altitude
4,153 m
Distance
22 km
Duration
2 days
Guiddy points
+36
2 photos
WHY THIS CLIMB

To the summit of the Bishorn

A graceful four-thousander, the way into high altitude.

Come alone, leave with new friends

The experience

The Bishorn, 4,153 metres, is one of the most accessible four-thousanders in the Alps, though it would be a mistake to call it minor: here high altitude is experienced in its purest, quietest form.

Day 1. We set off with the Guidders from the village of Zinal, in the heart of the Valais, and climb a long, spectacular valley to the Cabane de Tracuit, where we sleep. Day 2. A start in the middle of the night, roped up on the glacier, to the summit of the Bishorn. Then the descent and the return to Zinal.

5 reasons to come - an accessible four-thousander that is never ordinary - the night at the Cabane de Tracuit - the glacier at dawn, roped up - the Valais, one of the homes of mountaineering - the Road to 4000 project, one step at a time

Who it suits This is glacier mountaineering: good fitness and the will to test yourself at altitude are needed.

Your four-thousander is waiting: set off with the Guidders.

How hard is it

Mountaineering scale
PD (LITTLE DIFFICULT)
F
PD
AD
D
TD
ED
WHAT YOU NEED BEFORE YOU GO
✓
BEFORE YOU GO
Build up to altitude gradually: in the weeks before, do outings above 2,000 m, sleep well the two nights before and arrive hydrated. Headache or nausea on the way up: tell your guide straight away, it's not a weakness
✓
IN YOUR BACKPACK
Crampons, ice axe, harness and helmet (rent them if you don't have them, your guide will show you how they work), warm gloves plus a spare pair, glacier glasses, high-factor sunscreen, a thermos and energy bars: we set off before dawn. Always with you: a plaster, an antiseptic wipe and a small bag for rubbish

What's included

INCLUDED
✓Alpine Guide
✓Overnight and Half Board
✓Mountain hut
✓Guiddy Coordinator (runs the group, Telegram included)
NOT INCLUDED
✕Cable car, gondola or chairlift
✕Packed lunch
✕Parking
✕Drinks
✕Tourist tax
✕Travel to Zinal

Itinerary

2 days · approximate times
Day 1
Day 2
Map
2 days · 22 km
Meeting point 9:00Zinal
We usually meet a little earlier for breakfast together, when possible.
09:00PARKING
Zinal: Hike into Alpine Paradise
We meet in the village of Zinal, Switzerland, nestled in a long and breathtaking glacial valley that serves as a gateway to the high-altitude environment.
15:00MOUNTAIN HUT
Tracuit Hut (3256 m)
In 5-6 hours, we'll reach Cabane de Tracuit, a panoramic mountain hut with breathtaking views of the Weisshorn, where we'll spend the night and acclimatize to the altitude.
See day 2 →

How do you get to Zinal? By carpooling.

You say so when booking, then you get organised in the Telegram group.

WHO'S ALREADY GOING
Offering a seat Looking for a seat
Cars are added in the last few days, once the group is confirmed.

What to bring

A list made for this route.
Warm gloves
REQUIRED
Imbrago
REQUIRED
Crampons
RENTABLE
Mountaineering boots
RENTABLE
Trekking boots
REQUIRED
Sheet bag
REQUIRED
Food supply
REQUIRED
Water supply
REQUIRED
Mineral salts and supplements
REQUIRED
Layered clothing
REQUIRED
Windbreaker
REQUIRED
Headlamp
REQUIRED
Guiddy tip: don't have full mountaineering kit (with crampons), mountaineering kit ( Helmet - Piccozza - harness) and crampons?
Rent it when you book: your guide will hand it over at the meeting point.
Full mountaineering kit (with crampons)
choose it when booking
€25 / outing
Mountaineering kit ( Helmet - Piccozza - harness)
choose it when booking
€15 / outing
Crampons
choose it when booking
€10 / outing
Mountaineering helmet
choose it when booking
€5 / outing
Picke mountaineering
choose it when booking
€5 / outing
Mountaineering harness
choose it when booking
€5 / outing
Choose when booking. You pay only if the outing is confirmed.

Reviews

— · none yet
Ibex
The first reviews come after the outing
Only from people who were really there.

You'll be among the first to share your story.

Questions?

Do I need mountaineering experience?
⌄
No, but you need to be fit: 2,600 m of elevation gain over 2 days and 12 h of walking. You'll go over movement techniques and how to use the gear with your guide before setting off.
Can I join on my own?
⌄
How does carpooling work?
⌄
What happens if the weather is bad?
⌄
How does gear rental work?
⌄
Until when can I cancel?
⌄
Ibex
Still unsure? Message Ibex on WhatsApp →
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