Bächenstock

  • Tip
  • 6.43 km long
  • Difficulty: difficult
  • Condition: very difficult
  • Great panorama
  • Ski and Snowboard
The ascent from Bächenstock is primarily undertaken in winter, but it also offers an enjoyable high-altitude hiking destination in summer.

The Bächenstock is one of the most striking peaks in the Meiental and is a rewarding destination for ski tourers. The ascent leads through a stunning winter landscape and across the summit glacier. Even along the way, you can get a sense of the varied descent that awaits you later.

The tour starts in Färnigen in the Meiental valley. In winter, the road is usually open all the way there. From Färnigen, the route first leads up to the Sewenhütte and then continues across the Sewenalp toward the Bächenstock. A ski depot is set up below the summit before the final section is covered on foot.

The descent generally follows the same route back to Färnigen.

Alternatively, the tour can be split into two days with an overnight stay at the Sewenhütte, and you can start directly from there on the second day.

  • 5:00 h
  • 6.43 km
  • 1,538 m
  • 1,464 m
  • 3,002 m
  • 1,538 m
  • Start: Snow Partridge Stick
  • Destination: Bächenstock

Good to know

Best to visit

suitable
Depends on weather

Directions

Schneehüehnderstock - Bächenstock

Tour information

  • Mountain summit

  • Nature highlight

Equipment

  • Ski Touring Gear
  • Avalanche gear
  • Helmet
  • Food
  • Warm clothing
  • Offline map, GPS

Directions & Parking facilities

Getting there
The starting point in Meien can be reached via the A2 highway and through the town of Wassen. Depending on snow conditions, the roads may be closed due to avalanche danger.
Parking
There are various parking options available in the village of Meien and in Färnigen.
Public transportation
The starting point, Meien, is accessible by PostBus. Depending on snow conditions, roads may be closed due to avalanche danger. You can find the current schedule at: www.sbb.ch

Additional information

If you have any further questions, please feel free to contact: Andermatt Vacation Region, +41 41 888 71 00, [email protected]

Author

Andermatt-Urserntal Tourismus GmbH

Organization

Région de vacances Andermatt

Safety guidelines

Before starting the tour, be sure to check the avalanche bulletin and find out about the local conditions.