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The mountains described in this section are widely separated, apart
from the small group situated between the L6tschenpass and the
Gemmipass. The other mountains described are fairly isolated
peaks which, in the W, are on the border between the Cantons of
Vaud and Valais. Apart from those close to the Lotschenpass, which
are comparable in height with those described in the previous
section, the peaks are of very modest altitude.
Maps covering this section are:
and
A long established glacier (on the N side) pass between the
Gasteretal and Lotschental. There is a privately owned hut on the
pass (see Huts).
P From Ferden in the Lotschental follow the way marked track (or
road) via Kummenalp to the pass. 3V2hr
From Kippel a lift can be used to Holz. Walk up to
Lauchernalp (Berghaus) then take the long traverse track via
Sattlegi. 2hr
PE From
Lotschen glacier at Pt 2403m (Berghaus at Gfelalp). Climb the
glacier finishing on its E side. 3-4hr
G Studer with A and
J Grichting,
Situated just E of the Gemmipass its main feature is the tiered
glacier system on its N flank which, in effect, is three separate
glaciers with rocky escarpments between. The E ridge is D and has
some attraction. It is reached just W of Pt 3235m but is a bit loose.
PD First ascent party
A much frequented route, ideal for an alpine novice. It is mostly snozo
and quite easy in good conditions.
From Schwarenbach follow the path towards the Gemmipass as far
as Pt 2229.4m. Climb up the valley on the S side of the Chli
Rinderhorn as far as the Rindersattel (traces of track over grass
slopes and scree). Scree-covered slopes above the saddle lead up the
N ridge to snow slopes. Follow these in an arc to the R as far as the
final snow slope below the summit. About two pitches of steeper
snow/ice lead to the top. 4-5hr
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