Climb & Fly · Surenental · Engelbergertal
Gross Spannort – Climb & Fly
At this point you Gross Spannort connect a high climb with climbing pitches up to II and the subsequent flight. The starting points are described as the Firn or Schotterfeld below the summit and the Spannortjoch.
- Difficulty
- WS+ // II
- Distance / Meter of altitude
- 8 km · ↑ 2000 m altitude / ↓ 0 m altitude
- Time
- 7–9 h
- Starting background
- Snow or Firn
- Elevation information
- 1170 / 3198 m above sea level.
- Best time
- May–October
- Star exposure
- S–SO
- Material
Tour map · Gross Spannort
Starting point and entrance
The ascent leads from the Engelberg Valley towards Spannorthütte and on to the high alpine terrain at Gross Spannort. The route is indicated on the hiking map.
Route description
The ascent combines glacier terrain and climbing routes up to II. The total ascent is rated WS+. WS stands for a moderately difficult high-altitude climb; the rating does not replace glacier and rope climbing skills.
Takeoff, flight and landing
In suitable wind conditions, a start on the firn or gravel field below the summit is described. The Spannortjoch is an alternative.
Safety and conditions
Be aware of the glacier and the current snow and ice conditions. A mountain guide is recommended for this high-altitude hike.
Check the weather, wind, thermals, current airspace, and temporary restrictions before the tour. Ensure start and landing options as well as the return route in case you cannot fly. The maps show the route; local signs and current area information should be checked before the flight.
Briefly answered
Questions about the tour
Where does the tour begin Gross Spannort?
The ascent leads from the Engelberg Valley towards Spannorthütte and on to the high alpine terrain at Gross Spannort. The route is indicated on the hiking map.
How long is the tour and how much time do I need?
The route is stated as 8 km, 2000 hm ascent, 0 hm descent and 7–9 h.
Where can I start and land?
In suitable wind conditions, a start on the firn or gravel field below the summit is described. The Spannortjoch is an alternative.
What dangers are to be considered?
Be aware of the glacier and the current snow and ice conditions. A mountain guide is recommended for this high-altitude hike.
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The authors
Hike & Fly Guide Central Switzerland
From hiking ascents to alpine climb-and-fly routes: more hiking ideas from Julian Fürsinger, Jonas Käppeli and Dani Perret.
Daniel Perret
Daniel, usually called Dani, is a UIAGM/IFMGA mountain guide in Engelberg. As a mountain guide, father of a family and mountain sports enthusiast, he is active in the Engelberg Valley and shares his hiking expertise here.
Jonas Käppeli
Since childhood, Jonas has been traveling in the mountains. Paragliding added another dimension: mountaineering and flying are intertwined for him. When the thermic forecast promises good conditions, he takes to the air.
Julian Fürsinger
Julian searches for secluded corners and terrain for new projects. The paraglider expands his horizons in the mountains – from rock climbing to evening flights. He prefers to travel off the beaten path.
