Hikes
Hike from Belalp to Riederalp via the suspension bridge via Silbersand and Bischofsitz
Blatten Belalp
14/24°
OpenThe adrenaline buzz on the suspension bridge, the imposing view of the glacier gate and ancient Swiss stone pines in Aletsch Forest make this hike a truly impressive experience.
Difficulty
DifficultLength
12.49 kmDuration
4:30 h
Description
From Hotel Belalp, the trail leads you down along the Steigle path to Aletschji. You then continue across the Leng Acker to the historic glacier ascent and the spectacular Belalp–Riederalp suspension bridge. Spanning 124 metres and hanging 80 metres above the ground, the bridge is the absolute highlight of the hike! As you cross the Massa Gorge, you’ll be treated to an impressive view of the snout of the Great Aletsch Glacier.
After the crossing, the route ascends via Silbersand into the so-called "Valley of Death." From here, you pass the Bischofsitz and follow a gently rising path through the mystical Aletsch Forest to the Riederfurka. The final section of this impressive hike is the descent to Riederalp.
Turn-by-turn directions
Belalp - Hotel Belalp - Aletschji - Bridge - Riederfurka - Riederalp
Start
Belalp, top station of aerial cable car (2094m)
Destination
Riederalp, top station of aerial cable car Mitte (1910m)
Author's recommendation
The offered by Aletsch Bahnen AG lets you use all public transport and cable cars on this hike
Technical information
Altitude
2133m
1560m
Ascent
+582m
Descent
-767m
Stamina
Experience
Landscape
Best time of the year
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Getting there
Information
Public transport
From Brig train station until Blatten b. Naters with the bus line 624 (travel time: 15 -20 Min.)
Approach
Take Cantonal Road 19 to the Brig exit, then follow Blattenstrasse from Naters to the valley station of the Blatten-Belalp cable car in Blatten bei Naters.
Parking
Large pay car park at the valley station of the Blatten-Belalp cable car.
Source
This activity is brought to you by Aletsch Arena AG. Valais/Wallis Promotion is not responsible for the content provided.
