Strahlhorn, a long way up the glacier

Saas Fee Classic 4000ers

7 low grade adventures on the beautiful 4000 metre peaks of the Saas valley.

Alpine Climbing, Hiking Easy, Moderate, Difficult

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Strahlhorn, a long way up the glacier
Strahlhorn, a long way up the glacier Photo: Emma

Description

Chamonix and Zermatt might have the most famous 4000ers but the Saas valley has the best selection of easy ones! The whole valley is lined on both sides with beautiful glaciated mountains that are ideal for the beginner or intermediate alpine climber to gain mileage on.

For more experienced climbers these peaks are still worth visiting for the views alone - the vistas from the summits listed here are amongst the finest in the Alps and will provide you with plenty of inspiration and a big ticklist regardless of what grade you climb!

Routes included

Weissmies, 4017m, from Hohsaas

Weissmies, 4017m, from Hohsaas

A very popular route to a relatively easy 4000m peak, also commonly climbed in the spring as a ski tour

Moderate Alpine Climbing

Distance
6 km
Ascent
981 m
Descent
981 m

Alphubel, 4206m

Alphubel, 4206m

A long glacial journey up a complicated glacier to a remote summit.

Moderate Alpine Climbing

Distance
7.5 km
Ascent
1.3 km
Descent
1.3 km

Rimpfischhorn, 4199m, from Britannia Hut

Rimpfischhorn, 4199m, from Britannia Hut

A beautiful summit with a characteristic sawtooth N Ridge, here climbed most easily from the opposite side.

Moderate Alpine Climbing

Distance
15 km
Ascent
1.4 km
Descent
1.4 km

Allalinhorn

Allalinhorn

Possibly the easiest 4000er in the Alps which enjoys spectacular views

Easy Alpine Climbing

Distance
4.5 km
Ascent
580 m
Descent
580 m

Lagginhorn West Ridge

Lagginhorn West Ridge

A great one day trip to the summit of a gorgeous 4000er

Moderate Alpine Climbing

Distance
6.6 km
Ascent
1 km
Descent
1 km
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