TIGHT! – Adventure Skitour Emperador
TIGHT! – Adventure Ski Tour El Canal del Emperador 🧗♂️❄️
The name says it all: “The Emperor’s Couloir” – the north couloir of the Chaiserstuel. 400 vertical meters of pure adventure in terrain that looks like it was taken straight out of the Dolomites. A true highlight in the Engelberg valley!
We’ll guide you through this special line – a mix of ski touring, climbing feel, and wild descent. Perfect for anyone who loves couloirs and craves a solid shot of adrenaline.
What to expect:
Chaiserstuel tour with a spicy twist:
We meet at the Bannalpbahn valley station. After a short welcome, gear check & briefing, we take the cable car up. A straightforward skin brings us to the Chaiserstuel summit (about 90 min). But that’s just the warm-up…
Rappelling into the Emperador:
After a short descent, we reach an exposed ledge. Crampons and ice axe on – then we rappel 60 meters down into the couloir system. Steep, slightly overhanging, and absolutely breathtaking!
Couloir skiing at its finest:
A short climb leads us into the main couloir: “El Canal del Emperador”. It starts at about 45° and eases off gradually. The descent? One to remember. And once we're down? Ski out to Oberrickenbach or the Spies lift – and wrap it up with a well-earned beer 🍻.
Price:
CHF 230.– / person
+ ticket for the cable car
🎒 Gear
- Touring skis or splitboard with walk mode & skins
- Poles with large powder baskets
- Beacon, shovel, probe
- Harscheisen (ski crampons)
- Backpack
- Ski goggles or sunglasses
- Weather-appropriate clothing
- Sun protection
- Snacks & drinks
- Cash for the cable car
- Also needed: Climbing harness, 120 cm sling, 2 locking carabiners, crampons, ice axe, helmet
Required level: 🔴 Hot – Advanced
“You’re in the mountains every chance you get – and when you’re not, you’re thinking about it.”
- Overall challenge
🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️ = Only for very experienced backcountry skiers - Ski technique
🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️ = Confident in steep, exposed terrain - Endurance
🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️ = More than 1000 vertical meters
❓ FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions
This is an expert-level ski adventure. You should feel confident on steep terrain (up to 45°), have experience with ski touring, basic rope handling, and using crampons and ice axe. If you're unsure – reach out!
English and German.
We normally meet at the valley station of the Bannalp cable car around 8 a.m.
Exact times and locations are listed in the event brochure .
Full-day guided tour by a certified mountain guide, including rappel setup and coaching in the couloir.
The cable car ticket is not included – you can buy it at the station.
Yes – skis, safety gear, harness, crampons etc. can be rented in Engelberg. Let us know what you need when signing up.
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Still have questions? You can find answers in our FAQ
FREERIDE DAYS ENGELBERG
Thomas Scheuner & Dani Perret
welcome@freeride-days-engelberg.ch