Bettmeralp - Riederalp Trail

Take the train from Brig or Oberwald to Bettmeralp valley station. Then take the Bettmeralp cable car (Aletsch Bahnen AG) up to Bettmeralp.

Along the canton road 19 to the Bettmeralp valley station exit. Then take the Bettmeralp cable car (Aletsch Bahnen AG) up to Bettmeralp.

We recommend:

• Good and waterproof footwear
• Snowshoes
• Trekking poles
• Weather-dependent, waterproof and warm clothing
• Headwear
• Sunscreen
• Provisions
• Camera
• Printout of the hiking trail (click on «Print» to download)

Winter sports report

Use of the winter hiking trails and information on this website is at your own risk. Conditions on site may cause alterations of the route. 

• Carry a map with you. Download the complete description of the hiking trail including a large scale map by clicking „Print“ at the top right of the page.

• Use only marked hiking trails and follow all signposts and instructions – for your own safety, to protect livestock, and to avoid disturbing wildlife.

• Behave considerately towards other trail users and the landscape. Take your rubbish and that of others with you.

• Bring additional sun protection. UV rays at high altitudes can be very strong, especially in winter, even in cloudy weather.

• Plan your hike carefully: take into account the required fitness of all participants, weather forecasts, and seasonal factors.

• Weather conditions can change very quickly and without warning in the mountains. Appropriate clothing and sufficient provisions (food and drink) are very important. In unsettled weather, it's better to turn back early.

• Do not venture onto glaciers without a mountain guide.

• Observe warning signals indicating dangers, especially avalanche risk.

• Inform third parties about your route and, if possible, never go alone.

Note(s) 
Due to altitude and route alignment, good footwear is absolutely essential for this winter hike.

The snowshoe trails are passable without a guide. Caution: they are not tracked, not groomed, and not checked daily. They are also not secured against natural hazards such as avalanches or rockfall. For guaranteed safe snowshoeing enjoyment, heed the weather forecasts and the current avalanche bulletin. Use of the trails is at your own risk!