The first part of the route requires crossing the Hohlaub glacier, with head torches on and roped to progress safely on a glaciated terrain.

You then reach the snowy east ridge of Allalinhorn, normally just in time to admire the spectacle of sunrise over the surrounding peaks. The walk along the ridge can be somewhat exposed at times.

The route gradually steepens until finally reaching the two pitches climbing (Grade II) section beneath the summit. There, a bit of patience and concentration is required. Once this technical section cleared, the summit and its cross are within a short walk’s reach.

And… be prepared for spectacular panoramas to surround you: Monte Rosa, Matterhorn, Breithorn, Dent Blanche, to name a few.

For the return, the easiest is to return via the Normal route until the Mittelallalin station. It gets crowded, but it is an easy walk down.