Perfectly integrated into our range of mountaineering clothing, find all our men's and women's mountaineering trousers here and get ready for your next mountain adventures.
The mountaineering trouser: an essential piece of kit
Whether you're heading for the summit of Mont Blanc or tackling a frozen waterfall, mountaineering trousers can be a real game-changer. They'll protect you against wind, snow and even hail. Our trouser fabrics are also highly resistant, helping to prevent leg abrasions. The message is clear: with our mountaineering trousers, nothing will hold you back.
How to choose your mountaineering overtrousers?
In mountaineering, the term overtrousers is generally used — designed to provide maximum protection against the elements.
- Waterproofing and breathability: these are essential criteria for making safe progress in bad weather and snow, while wicking away moisture to keep you dry. Explore all our waterproof trousers for hiking, trekking and mountaineering.
- Accessories: ventilation zips are a real advantage for regulating temperature as needed, as is an easily accessible pocket for all your accessories.
- Lightweight: so you can easily compress your overtrousers, pack them in your bag and climb in maximum comfort.
- Durability: overtrousers must be able to withstand abrasion from rock without tearing during an ascent. A durable, quality pair of trousers therefore features a deliberately fairly rigid fabric.
What to wear under mountaineering overtrousers?
If you opt for women's or men's mountaineering overtrousers, bear in mind that they offer very little thermal insulation, making it essential to wear a warm thermal base layer to perform in the right conditions. Choose a tight not only with good thermal insulation to combat the cold, but also technical and breathable to wick away moisture.
What is a mountaineering softshell trouser for?
During the summer season, choosing a mountaineering softshell trouser can be a good compromise compared to traditional overtrousers. Softshell trousers offer better breathability as well as a maximum comfort thanks to excellent freedom of movement.
Bear in mind, however, that these types of garments are not waterproof — only water-repellent. Similarly, their windproofing is more limited. Make sure you check the forecast carefully and be prepared for bad weather. Mountaineering softshell trousers are also a a great choice for climbing, given that climbers stay at lower altitudes than mountaineers. This activity also typically demands very intense effort, requiring optimal breathability. We also offer a range of trousers specifically designed for climbing.
Caring for your mountaineering trousers
To keep your mountaineering trousers in top condition, follow a few simple steps that preserve fabric quality and the technical performance of your kit. Good care means better protection, longer life and optimal breathability. Before each wash, empty the pockets, close the zips and turn the trousers inside out. Wash at 30 °C with a gentle detergent, without fabric softener. This type of product damages membranes and reduces waterproofing. Avoid aggressive wash cycles, especially for fabrics with water-repellent treatments or technical membranes.
Go for air dry, away from direct sunlight. To reactivate the water-repellent treatment, use a specialist product or tumble dry on a low heat if the care label allows. These simple steps will extend the life of your kit. A well-maintained pair of trousers retains its performance, its fit and its ability to keep up with you on any terrain, even in extreme conditions.
For a complete outdoor outfit, explore our full range online or in our store men's and women's mountaineering jackets for tough conditions, as well as our mountaineering boots designed to help you tackle high-altitude terrain. To pack your gear efficiently and maximise comfort, choose a rucksack specially designed for mountaineering. Shop on our website with complete peace of mind — free returns within 30 days and free delivery from £100.
The CimAlp experts are here to help you choose your next mountaineering trouser. Need more information about a specific product from our range? No problem. Get in touch with us by email.
