Rinderhorn, Alpine mountain in Valais, Switzerland

Rinderhorn is a mountain in the Bernese Alps, rising to about 3,450 meters (11,320 feet) above sea level. It sits east of Gemmi Pass and dominates the landscape above Leukerbad.

The mountain formed during the Alpine uplift that shaped the region millions of years ago. Local communities have used the high passes for trade routes connecting valleys since ancient times.

The normal route starts at Berghotel Schwarenbach (2060 m), follows the trail toward Gemmi Pass to the north end of Daubensee, then climbs east through a valley to the Rindersattel (2908 m) before gaining the summit by the north ridge. This line is climbed often in summer and as a ski tour in winter.

Climbing this mountain requires experience and proper gear such as ropes and carabiners. The approach usually starts from Leukerbad and involves stages through high mountain passes.

The Rindersattel, a saddle at 2,908 m, separates the Rinderhorn from the Chli Rinderhorn (3,002 m) to the north. The normal route from the Berghotel Schwarenbach (2,060 m) climbs to the saddle and then follows the north ridge to the summit; the tour is often done on skis in winter as well as in summer.