Hikes

Alpine hike UNESCO ridge trail from Bettmerhorn to Eggishorn

Alpine Wanderung UNESCO-Höhenweg vom Bettmerhorn zum Eggishorn

Bettmeralp

-1/6°

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On the ridge trail, real challenges and fantastic views of the Aletsch Glacier and the Valais mountain world await you. A dream for sure-footed, fearless walkers!

Difficulty

Intermediate

Length

3.04 km

Duration

3:00 h
Alpine Wanderung UNESCO-Höhenweg vom Bettmerhorn zum Eggishorn
Alpine Wanderung UNESCO-Höhenweg vom Bettmerhorn zum Eggishorn
Alpine Wanderung UNESCO-Höhenweg vom Bettmerhorn zum Eggishorn
Alpine Wanderung UNESCO-Höhenweg vom Bettmerhorn zum Eggishorn
Alpine Wanderung UNESCO-Höhenweg vom Bettmerhorn zum Eggishorn
Alpine Wanderung UNESCO-Höhenweg vom Bettmerhorn zum Eggishorn
Alpine Wanderung UNESCO-Höhenweg vom Bettmerhorn zum Eggishorn
Alpine Wanderung UNESCO-Höhenweg vom Bettmerhorn zum Eggishorn
Alpine Wanderung UNESCO-Höhenweg vom Bettmerhorn zum Eggishorn
Alpine Wanderung UNESCO-Höhenweg vom Bettmerhorn zum Eggishorn
Alpine Wanderung UNESCO-Höhenweg vom Bettmerhorn zum Eggishorn
Alpine Wanderung UNESCO-Höhenweg vom Bettmerhorn zum Eggishorn
Alpine Wanderung UNESCO-Höhenweg vom Bettmerhorn zum Eggishorn
Alpine Wanderung UNESCO-Höhenweg vom Bettmerhorn zum Eggishorn
Alpine Wanderung UNESCO-Höhenweg vom Bettmerhorn zum Eggishorn
Alpine Wanderung UNESCO-Höhenweg vom Bettmerhorn zum Eggishorn
Alpine Wanderung UNESCO-Höhenweg vom Bettmerhorn zum Eggishorn
Alpine Wanderung UNESCO-Höhenweg vom Bettmerhorn zum Eggishorn
Alpine Wanderung UNESCO-Höhenweg vom Bettmerhorn zum Eggishorn
Alpine Wanderung UNESCO-Höhenweg vom Bettmerhorn zum Eggishorn

Description

Starting point is the mountain station of the Bettmerhorn cable car. From there, you reach the summit of Bettmerhorn (2,647 m) via a footbridge in about 30 minutes. Then follow the partly exposed but well-secured ridge trail for about 1.5 km to a steep section. Over this you descend to the Elselicka. Fixed ropes are provided here for safety. The ridge route is considered an alpine route and is therefore only suitable for sure-footed and fearless hikers! You should not leave the white-blue marked path on this section! From the Elselicka, you hike up a well-developed trail to the mountain station of the Eggishorn aerial cableway (2,869 m), the destination of the UNESCO ridge trail.

Turn-by-turn directions

Bettmerhorn cable car mountain station - Bettmerhorn summit - Elselicka - Eggishorn aerial cableway mountain station

Start

Bettmerhorn, cable car mountain station (2647m)

Destination

Eggishorn, aerial cableway mountain station (2870m)

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Author's recommendation

Get the Aletsch Explorer Pass! With the combined mountain railway and train ticket, you are unrestrictedly mobile in the Aletsch Arena!

Technical information

Altitude

2871m

2648m

Ascent

+373m

Descent

-149m

Stamina

Experience

Landscape

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Tags

  • Linear route
  • Scenic
  • Geological highlights
  • Summit route
  • Refreshment stops available
  • Cultural/historical interest
  • Flora
Getting there
Information

Public transport

By train from Brig or Oberwald to Bettmeralp valley station. Take the Bettmeralp aerial cableway (Aletsch Bahnen AG) up to Bettmeralp. 

Approach

Via cantonal road 19 to the Bettmeralp valley station exit. Take the Bettmeralp aerial cableway (Aletsch Bahnen AG) up to Bettmeralp. 

Parking

Large, paid parking lot/parking garage at the valley station of the Bettmeralp aerial cableway (Aletsch Bahnen AG).

Equipment

We recommend:

  • Good footwear
  • Weather-dependent clothing: always carry a waterproof vest
  • Headwear
  • Sunscreen
  • Water bottle
  • Picnic
  • Camera
  • Binoculars (optional)
  • Hiking poles (optional)
  • Printout of the hiking trail (click "Print" to download)

Safety information

Summer sports report

People undertaking this activity based on the information on this website do so at their own risk. On-site conditions can lead to route changes and increased danger from natural hazards. We assume no responsibility for the accuracy of the information on this website or for the conditions under which this activity is carried out. In case of doubt, please contact the destination in advance.

  • Carry a map with you. Download the complete description of the hiking trail with a large-scale map by clicking "Print" at the top right of the page.
  • Use only marked hiking trails and observe all signs and instructions - for your own safety, to protect grazing animals, and out of respect for wildlife.
  • Close gates after passing through.
  • Be considerate of other trail users, plants, and animals.
  • Carry additional sun protection. UV rays at high altitudes can be very strong, even in cloudy weather.
  • Plan your hike carefully: consider the required fitness level of all participants, weather forecasts, and seasonal dependencies.
  • Weather conditions in the mountains can change very quickly and without warning. Appropriate clothing and sufficient provisions (food and drink) are very important. In unstable weather, it is better to turn back early.
  • Inform your family about your hiking route. If possible, avoid hiking alone.

Additional information

Aletsch Arena AG
Furkastrasse 39
CH-3983 Mörel-Filet
+41 27 928 58 58
info@aletscharena.ch 
www.aletscharena.ch

Literature

At the cable cars and info centers of the Aletsch Arena you will receive a free panoramic map. 

Maps

SwissTopo national maps: 1:25,000: 1269 Aletsch Glacier

Source

This activity is brought to you by Aletsch Arena AG. Valais/Wallis Promotion is not responsible for the content provided.

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