Sustenpass to Engelberg via Grassen
Situated on the corner of Kantons Berne, Uri and Obwalden, Grassen falls just short of 3000m. It has stunning views of the walls of Titlis and the nearby glaciers, as well as one of the most significant ski descents in Central Switzerland.
From the Engelberg side drive or take a bus to Fürenalp. Continue up the valley until it is possible to cross the stream .
From Sustennpass the road is kept open as far as Farningen in winter. Continue up the pass on skis or by car depending on conditions as far as Sustlibrugge
A two day tour starting at Sustenpass, with an overnight stay at Sustlihütte, a climb to the summit of Grassen and a long descent to finish in Engelberg. The first day is steep up to the hut, made easier by the ladders. risk of avalanche on this part and along Sustenpass. Care is also needed on the descent to Engelberg due to the crevasses, and navigation can be tricky in bad light. From Farniberg follow Sustenpass easily to Sustlibrugge. From here head north steeply up the ridge (risk of wet snow avalanches in the afternoon) with the help of 4 ladders to reach Sustlihütte. From the hut continue north over steep ground to reach the glacier bowl, which is followed along its easterly edge to Grassengrat. Follow this ridge westwards to the summit cross of Grassen. Descend to Grassen Biwak, trend right and back left on the glacier to finish at Fuerenalp in Engelberg.
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