FollowThe Eiger trail begins up at Eigergletscher, at 2320 metres. It follows the base of the north face down in the direction of Grindelwald.
The path stays very close to the face, which means that most of the walk is in shadow.
Incredible views down to Kleine Scheidegg and across to the Lauberhorn.
The north face is limestone, and is disintegrating. Vast scree slopes to cross.
There’s a lot of water on the Eiger.
Some fixed ropes towards the bottom, providing help on the more exposed stretches.
We arrive at Alpiglen, at 1616 metres, the end of our walk, and just in time to avoid the rain.
