Allalinhorn

Allalinhorn is a 4,027-metre peak in the Valais Alps of Switzerland near the resort of Saas-Fee. It is one of the more accessible Alpine four-thousanders and is frequently climbed from the high-elevation Mittelallalin lift station.

The normal route traverses the Allalin Glacier and requires standard glacier travel and crevasse-awareness rather than technical rock climbing, making it popular with guided groups and skiers in spring and early summer. The mountain offers broad panoramic views over the Saas valley and neighboring peaks.

Development of lift access to Mittelallalin and established hut/route infrastructure mean the climb is commonly done as a day ascent from Saas-Fee during the main summer season. Alpine conditions can change rapidly, so weather and glacier conditions must be assessed before an attempt.

The peak sits directly above the Saas-Fee area in the canton of Valais and is part of the broader Mischabel-Alps region of southern Switzerland.

• Elevation: Summit elevation is 4,027 metres, making it a commonly attempted "4,000er" in the Swiss Alps suitable for well-acclimatized beginners under guided conditions.
• Access route: The usual approach uses the Saas-Fee lift system to Mittelallalin, reducing the climb to a moderate glacier route from the high station.

What to See #

• Summit: Summit - Typical routes reach the 4,027-metre summit from the Mittelallalin station via the Allalin Glacier on a standard glacier ascent that gains roughly 570 metres.
• Mittelallalin (3,456 m): Mittelallalin station and ice pavilion - High-elevation lift station at about 3,456 metres providing access to the standard climbing route and an ice grotto exhibition.