10 Nov The Mättenberg
The Mättenberg, a local mountain of Grindelwald on the southern valley basin of the village.
Location
The Mättenberg lies in the Bernese Alps, also known as the Western Alps, on the southern edge of the Grindelwald basin. Together with the Eiger and Wetterhorn mountains, Mättenberg forms the southern edge of the valley basin. In addition, the mountain is the northern end of a mountain range over several different mountains. Among others Ankenbälli, Schreckhorn and Lauteraarhorn.
Ascent
The Mättenberg is accessible to everyone and should only be climbed with good climbing skills. Unfortunately, nothing is known about the first ascent. However, according to stories, it is assumed that the first ascent via the North Ridge took place on 19 August 1912.
Special
The Mättenberg is a good 3104 metres above sea level and is therefore one of the smallest mountains in the Grindelwald valley. Even if one thinks by this fact that it is easy to climb, it is a huge mistake. Also the Mättenberg has already sacrificed many exuberant mountaineers to heaven. But the Mättenberg also has a good side. For years a gondola lift Names Pfingstegg has been leading to a high mountain station. Probably already known to many, there is among other things a summer toboggan run. There is also a wonderful hiking trail to the Bäregghütte, which is on the west flank and high above the glacier gorge. From the hut you can then walk on to the Schreckhorn hut, where you can also climb the Schreckhorn.
There is also a very nice hiking trail leading from Pfingstegg to the Upper Glacier, including a 150 metre long tunnel that protects against avalanches. This section is also called Breitlouwina, by the way you should walk to the Bäregghütte, where you can also see the Oberer Grindelwaldgletscher as well as the Untere Grindelwaldgletscher. Like the Aletsch Glacier, they are part of the UNESCO World Natural Heritage and are protected.
Geology
The majority of Mättenberg consists of parautochtonous malmkalk, but partly also of gneiss. An exciting fact for all cave goers. Due to the retreat of the upper Grindelwald glacier, a cave in the limestone wall has been accessible since 1994, but it often carries water. Therefore it is not often to be walked on and then only at one’s own risk.
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