Normal Route from the Schönbiel Hut

This is the standard and best-known route on Dent d'Herens. It is a long alpine climb on glacier, snow, and mixed terrain, with objective hazards from crevasses and changing snow conditions. The route is generally considered the normal ascent from the Swiss side via the Schönbiel Hut. It involves sustained mountaineering rather than technical rock climbing, but route-finding can be important in poor visibility. Conditions on the glacier and upper slopes strongly affect difficulty and safety. The descent is usually made by the ascent route.