HARDERGRAT
The most dangerous hike in Switzerland
The Hardergrat has become a classic, and for good reason. There
are few geographic features this defined, and this perfect, with a trail
so long. All with stunning views of the Jungfrau Region’s highest peaks;
the Eiger, Mönch, Jungfrau, Schreckhorn and Finsteraarhorn. It's not
just a trail, it's a journey where you will have mental ups and downs,
especially when you see all that stretches out ahead of you. It looks
impossible, but it's not, it's just very, very long. Thanks to all its
characteristics, when it's over you'll feel more like having climbed a
route, or a big mountain. It's something that stays with you.
Of its 25km, about 18km are spent on a sharply defined grassy ridge,
with significant, even airy, drops on both sides. In some places, 1500
meters of drop... It’s not for those
afraid of exposure, and should absolutely
never be attempted when wet. The route is not an official trail, but a
trail does stay on the ridge the entire length and includes fixed cables
at the more exposed sections. However, the steepest section is
unprotected, and is a down climb if you are going west to east. Trekking
poles are highly recommended.
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