Probably the Most Spectacular Camera in the Alps

On the Mittellegi ridge – the narrow ridge leading to the summit of the legendary Eiger – is a unique camera. This state-of-the-art system has its own solar power supply and provides stunningly sharp images, even at night. Thanks to its location and technology, it captures breathtaking views of the Alpine landscape and the challenges of the Mittellegi ridge.

The First Ascent of the Mittellegi Ridge – A Triumph in Mountaineering History

The history of this spectacular location is as fascinating as the camera itself. On 9^th September 1921 three mountain guides from Grindelwald and their Japanese guest, Yuko Maki, made the first successful ascent of the Mittellegi ridge. Yuko Maki, who was 25, had previously explored the Jungfrau region in 1919 and met the experienced mountain guide Samuel Brawand. They undertook numerous tours together, culminating in the historic ascent of the Eiger.

The four-man rope team consisting of the mountain guides Fritz Steuri, Fritz Amatter and Samuel Brawand, as well as Yuko Maki, conquered the ridge, which had previously been traversed only on the descent. Despite many attempts by great Alpine mountaineers, previous attempts at the ascents had always failed. On the evening of 10^th September 1921 they finally reached the summit.

However, the descent to the Eiger glacier proved difficult: finding the way with only one lantern, the group took over six hours to make it safely back to the valley. On 11th September they were celebrated with a triumphant reception in Grindelwald.

This historic ascent marked a milestone in Alpine history and is closely linked to the imposing setting of the Mittellegi ridge – a place that, with the camera, can be experienced with even greater intensity today.