The Eiger (German pronunciation: [ˈaɪ̯ɡɐ] ⓘ) is a 3,967-metre (13,015 ft) mountain of the Bernese Alps, overlooking Grindelwald and Lauterbrunnen in the Bernese Oberland of Switzerland, just north of the main watershed and border with Valais.

Jul 13, 2019 · Hiking the Eiger Trail is a great way to get up close with this massive mountain, without risking your life. The Eiger Trail is located in the Jungfrau region of the Bernese Oberland. This is a point-to-point hike, starting at Eigergletscher (Eiger …

Dec 11, 2017 · The Eiger is a 3,967 metre high mountain with a fearsome reputation. It towers over nearby Grindelwald, a popular hiking and skiing destination in the Bernese Alps. Read on to discover the story behind this iconic Swiss landmark and the tragic events that earned its North Face the name “Mordwand”, or death wall.

The Eiger stands at 13,025ft (3970m), forming part of the Bernese Alps Mountain range in Switzerland. An unusual mountain with an abundance of history; it’s summit can be reached with relative ease along the ridgelines up its flanks, though the real challenge lies in the North face, which is an altogether different prospect.

Apr 22, 2020 · Luckily (or not), our ascent of the 5,000ft Eiger North Face (or ‘Eigerwand’ or ‘Eiger Nordwand’) in mid-March 2020 may have been on the quietest days in the face’s history of climbing since its first attempt in 1934.

Mar 10, 2014 · The big three mountains of Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau form part of the Swiss Alps and are nothing short of spectacular. They are imposing, they are majestic, and they are to a degree eerie.

Jul 12, 2023 · The Eiger Trail is a breathtaking hiking route situated in the Swiss Alps. It allows hikers to get close to the imposing north face of the Eiger mountain. The trail begins at Alpiglen and ends at Eigergletscher, covering around 6 kilometers and taking about 2-3 hours to complete depending on your speed.

The Eiger is a striking peak from all sides and a worthy climb by any of its many routes, none of which are particularly easy. The easiest way to the summit is via the West Flank & West Ridge, which is a very complex route of about the same level of difficulty as the Hörnli Arête on the Matterhorn with rock pitches up to III and ice to 40 ...

The Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau (the Ogre, Monk and Maiden) – the world famous trio of mountain peaks – is the impressive backdrop to the Jungfrau region and has attracted tourists and mountaineers to the Bernese Oberland since pioneering days.

Mar 22, 2022 · Towering 3.967 meters above sea level, Eiger is part of a famous trio of mountains that includes the Jungfrau and Mönch in south-central Switzerland. The peak is one of the most famous mountaineering destinations in the Bernese Oberland as well as the Alps, at large.