Ski tour Pfulwe, descent to Täsch
Ski tour via the Pfulwe
Endurance
2Walking time 4-5 hours. Up to approx. 900 vertical meters. For sporty mountain hikers with good basic fitness.
Technique
2You already have experience of off-piste skiing and are sure-footed on the ascent. You have some touring experience, are familiar with hairpin bends and walking with skins. Easy, hilly terrain (30°) suits you.
Duration
4 - 5 h
Date
December - April
Participants
1 - 6 people
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Highlights of the ski tour over the Pfulwe
Description
Your ski tour starts at 08:30 at the Sunnegga valley station, where you will be met by your local mountain guide. Together you take the cable car up to Rothorn station. From there, we first ride down the piste to the Fluhalp mountain restaurant. Framed by the mighty backdrop of the surrounding four-thousand-metre peaks.
The actual ascent begins at Fluhalp: with skins on our skis, we climb at a steady pace up to Pfulwe. The ascent is technically easy, but the scenery is impressive. Ideal for gaining your first experience of ski touring or simply enjoying the tranquillity of the high mountains.
Once at the top, a long and enjoyable descent awaits us. It leads over the Längflue Glacier in the direction of Täschalp. The Täsch hut rises up on the right. Depending on the conditions, we can ski down to Täsch or be picked up at Täschalp by a local cab service.
Program
Meeting point at 08:30 with your local and IFMGA-certified mountain guide at the Sunnegga valley station (depending on the season)
Joint cable car ride to the Rothorn mountain station
Descent on the ski slope to the Fluhalp mountain restaurant
Ascent on skis to the Pfulwe Pass and on to Pfulwe
Descent over the Längflue glacier to the beautiful Täschalp. Depending on the conditions, continue to Täsch or be picked up by the Täschalp cab service
Return to Zermatt by train
Additional costs
- Train journey Zermatt-Rothorn: from approx. CHF 100.00
Reduction with GA, Half-Fare Card or Swiss Travel Pass (more information can be found at Zermatt Bergbahnen AG) - Possible cab service Täschalp: from approx. CHF 15.00 per person
- Train journey Täsch-Zermatt: from approx. CHF 4.30
- Rental equipment:
- Avalanche transceiver (LVS), avalanche shovel and avalanche probe: can be rented at the ZERMATTERS Homebase at a special price of CHF 15.00 per person from 17:00 the day before. The rented equipment must be returned to the ZERMATTERS Homebase by 17:00 at the latest after the tour
- Other equipment: from CHF 80.00, available in a sports store in Zermatt
- Touring skis with running binding (binding adjusted)
- Touring ski boots
- Telescopic poles
- Skins
- Crampons
- Climbing harness
- 1 carabiner
- ice axe
- Backpack max 30L - skis must be able to be tied on
- Shovel
- Probe
- Avalanche Transceiver
- Warm, weatherproof touring ski clothing
- Warm gloves
- Finger gloves
- Helmet
- Hat / headband
- Goggles, sunglasses, sun cream
- Thermos flask, drinks
- Snacks (high-energy food such as chocolate, dried fruit, energy bars)
After booking
After booking, you will receive a confirmation by email. Please check that your details are correct.
Two days before the tour, you will receive a link to the customer portal.
Please contact us before the tour to go over the details (current weather, conditions, group size, etc.). You can reach us by phone, email or visit us at the ZERMATTERS Homebase.
The Pfulwe
General information Pfulwe
- The Pfulwe is 3,314 m high and lies between Täsch and Zermatt.
- The north-facing descent often offers surprisingly good snow conditions.
Special features of the Pfulwe ski tour
- Breathtaking view of the Matterhorn in the typical "Toblerone" profile
- Pleasant ascent and long, scenically impressive descent
Safety and risk warnings
- Even if the tour is technically easy, you should not underestimate the alpine risks. The route leads over glaciers where there is always a risk of crevasses. For this reason, ZERMATTERS will always accompany you professionally and provide you with the necessary safety equipment. Weather changes can occur unexpectedly on the Pfulwe, which is why the orientation and experience of our local mountain guides are crucial.
Do I need a mountain guide for a ski tour?
Yes, a mountain guide is highly recommended for a ski tour. Ski tours in alpine terrain require experience in avalanche awareness, route selection and snow conditions. Especially in high alpine regions such as Zermatt, many tours lead through challenging terrain with steep descents and possible crevasses. If you want to get the best out of your ski tour and minimize risks, a professional guide is the best choice.
What are the advantages of a local ski tour guide?
A local ski tour guide from Zermatt knows the mountains, snow and weather conditions like no other. Thanks to his regional expertise, the tour can be optimally planned and flexibly adapted to current conditions. He also enriches the experience with exciting stories and insights into the regional culture and mountain world - for a safe and unforgettable ski tour.
What should I look out for when booking a ski tour guide?
Make sure that your mountain guide is certified according to the standards of the International Union of Mountain Guide Associations (UIAGM/IFMGA). This certification guarantees comprehensive training and compliance with the highest safety standards. All ZERMATTERS mountain guides are trained according to these international guidelines.
What difficulty levels are ski tours divided into?
Ski tours are divided into seven main levels of difficulty according to the SAC ski tour scale:
- L: Easy
- WS: Less difficult
- ZS: Fairly difficult
- S: Difficult
- SS: Very difficult
- AS: Extremely Difficult
- EX: Extremely difficult
Each of these grades can be additionally refined by a minus (-) or plus (+) to allow finer gradations.
The classification is based on main criteria such as steepness, exposure, terrain shape and bottlenecks in the descent. Auxiliary criteria such as the complexity of the route and the correctability of errors can also be taken into account.
How do I choose the right ski tour for my ability?
The choice of ski tour should always be based on your personal ability and alpine experience. Our offers are therefore provided with clear information on the level of difficulty, required stamina and technique to help you make the right decision. We will be happy to provide you with personal advice directly.
- Endurance
2Walking time 4-5 hours. Up to approx. 900 vertical meters. For sporty mountain hikers with good basic fitness. - Technique
2You already have experience of off-piste skiing and are sure-footed on the ascent. You have some touring experience, are familiar with hairpin bends and walking with skins. Easy, hilly terrain (30°) suits you. - Duration
4 - 5 h - Date
December - April - Participants
1 - 6 people
The Pfulwe is 3,314 m high and connects Zermatt with Täsch. This tour offers you everything that makes a ski tourer's heart beat faster: an easy ascent, impressive views - and a long, north-facing descent with often surprisingly good snow conditions.
Highlights of the ski tour over the Pfulwe
Duration
- Ascent to Pfulwe (3,314 m): approx. 2.5 hours from Fluhalp
- Descent to Täsch (1,439 m): approx. 1.5 - 2 hours
Requirements:
For this ski tour, confident and safe skiing in open terrain (powder snow) is required.
Description
Your ski tour starts at 08:30 at the Sunnegga valley station, where you will be met by your local mountain guide. Together you take the cable car up to Rothorn station. From there, we first ride down the piste to the Fluhalp mountain restaurant. Framed by the mighty backdrop of the surrounding four-thousand-metre peaks.
The actual ascent begins at Fluhalp: with skins on our skis, we climb at a steady pace up to Pfulwe. The ascent is technically easy, but the scenery is impressive. Ideal for gaining your first experience of ski touring or simply enjoying the tranquillity of the high mountains.
Once at the top, a long and enjoyable descent awaits us. It leads over the Längflue Glacier in the direction of Täschalp. The Täsch hut rises up on the right. Depending on the conditions, we can ski down to Täsch or be picked up at Täschalp by a local cab service.
Program
Meeting point at 08:30 with your local and IFMGA-certified mountain guide at the Sunnegga valley station (depending on the season)
Joint cable car ride to the Rothorn mountain station
Descent on the ski slope to the Fluhalp mountain restaurant
Ascent on skis to the Pfulwe Pass and on to Pfulwe
Descent over the Längflue glacier to the beautiful Täschalp. Depending on the conditions, continue to Täsch or be picked up by the Täschalp cab service
Return to Zermatt by train
Additional costs
- Train journey Zermatt-Rothorn: from approx. CHF 100.00
Reduction with GA, Half-Fare Card or Swiss Travel Pass (more information can be found at Zermatt Bergbahnen AG) - Possible cab service Täschalp: from approx. CHF 15.00 per person
- Train journey Täsch-Zermatt: from approx. CHF 4.30
- Rental equipment:
- Avalanche transceiver (LVS), avalanche shovel and avalanche probe: can be rented at the ZERMATTERS Homebase at a special price of CHF 15.00 per person from 17:00 the day before. The rented equipment must be returned to the ZERMATTERS Homebase by 17:00 at the latest after the tour
- Other equipment: from CHF 80.00, available in a sports store in Zermatt
Material
To ensure that you are optimally equipped for the ski tour over the Pfulwe to Täsch, you should definitely have this equipment with you.
- Touring skis with running binding (binding adjusted)
- Touring ski boots
- Telescopic poles
- Skins
- Crampons
- Climbing harness
- 1 carabiner
- ice axe
- Backpack max 30L - skis must be able to be tied on
- Shovel
- Probe
- Avalanche Transceiver
- Warm, weatherproof touring ski clothing
- Warm gloves
- Finger gloves
- Helmet
- Hat / headband
- Goggles, sunglasses, sun cream
- Thermos flask, drinks
- Snacks (high-energy food such as chocolate, dried fruit, energy bars)
After booking
After booking, you will receive a confirmation by email. Please check that your details are correct.
Two days before the tour, you will receive a link to the customer portal.
Please contact us before the tour to go over the details (current weather, conditions, group size, etc.). You can reach us by phone, email or visit us at the ZERMATTERS Homebase.
The Pfulwe
General information Pfulwe
- The Pfulwe is 3,314 m high and lies between Täsch and Zermatt.
- The north-facing descent often offers surprisingly good snow conditions.
Special features of the Pfulwe ski tour
- Breathtaking view of the Matterhorn in the typical "Toblerone" profile
- Pleasant ascent and long, scenically impressive descent
Safety and risk warnings
- Even if the tour is technically easy, you should not underestimate the alpine risks. The route leads over glaciers where there is always a risk of crevasses. For this reason, ZERMATTERS will always accompany you professionally and provide you with the necessary safety equipment. Weather changes can occur unexpectedly on the Pfulwe, which is why the orientation and experience of our local mountain guides are crucial.
Do I need a mountain guide for a ski tour?
Yes, a mountain guide is highly recommended for a ski tour. Ski tours in alpine terrain require experience in avalanche awareness, route selection and snow conditions. Especially in high alpine regions such as Zermatt, many tours lead through challenging terrain with steep descents and possible crevasses. If you want to get the best out of your ski tour and minimize risks, a professional guide is the best choice.
What are the advantages of a local ski tour guide?
A local ski tour guide from Zermatt knows the mountains, snow and weather conditions like no other. Thanks to his regional expertise, the tour can be optimally planned and flexibly adapted to current conditions. He also enriches the experience with exciting stories and insights into the regional culture and mountain world - for a safe and unforgettable ski tour.
What should I look out for when booking a ski tour guide?
Make sure that your mountain guide is certified according to the standards of the International Union of Mountain Guide Associations (UIAGM/IFMGA). This certification guarantees comprehensive training and compliance with the highest safety standards. All ZERMATTERS mountain guides are trained according to these international guidelines.
What difficulty levels are ski tours divided into?
Ski tours are divided into seven main levels of difficulty according to the SAC ski tour scale:
- L: Easy
- WS: Less difficult
- ZS: Fairly difficult
- S: Difficult
- SS: Very difficult
- AS: Extremely Difficult
- EX: Extremely difficult
Each of these grades can be additionally refined by a minus (-) or plus (+) to allow finer gradations.
The classification is based on main criteria such as steepness, exposure, terrain shape and bottlenecks in the descent. Auxiliary criteria such as the complexity of the route and the correctability of errors can also be taken into account.
How do I choose the right ski tour for my ability?
The choice of ski tour should always be based on your personal ability and alpine experience. Our offers are therefore provided with clear information on the level of difficulty, required stamina and technique to help you make the right decision. We will be happy to provide you with personal advice directly.
