Winter hikes

Winter hiking trail Waldpromenade Bettmeralp

Winterwanderweg Waldpromenade Bettmeralp

Bettmeralp

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Without having to master big ascents, you enjoy wonderful views of Bettmeralp and the Valais mountain world. Experience pure hiking enjoyment on the sun plateau!

Difficulty

Easy

Length

5.24 km

Duration

1:45 h

Description

Starting point of the easy winter hike is the mountain station of the Bettmeralp aerial cableway. Hike from there to Hotel Aletsch at the eastern end of the village of Bettmeralp. There, follow the flat path through Baschweri towards Martisbergeralp. After about 30 minutes of walking, the path leads you in a 180° turn back towards the west. After a slight ascent, continue flat towards Alte Stafel. Passing the Möriken camp, you hike back to Bettmeralp.

Turn-by-turn directions

Bettmeralp – Hotel Aletsch – Baschweri – Waldpromenade - Bettmeralp

Start

Bettmeralp, mountain station aerial cableway (1923m)

Destination

Bettmeralp, Hotel Aletsch (1923m)

Author's recommendation

The junction with the winter hiking trail Fiescheralp - Bettmeralp is a great photo spot. Here you have a wonderful view of Bettmeralp!

Technical information

Altitude

2049m

1924m

Ascent

+125m

Descent

-125m

Technique

Stamina

Experience

Landscape

Best time of the year

  • Jan
  • Feb
  • Mar
  • Apr
  • May
  • Jun
  • Jul
  • Aug
  • Sep
  • Oct
  • Nov
  • Dec

Tags

  • Scenic
  • Round trip
  • Groomed snow
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, fee-based parking lot/parking garage at the valley station of the Bettmeralp aerial cableway (Aletsch Bahnen AG).

Equipment

We recommend:

  • Good footwear
  • Weather-dependent (waterproof) and warm clothing
  • Headgear
  • Sunscreen
  • Provisions
  • Camera
  • Hiking poles (optional)
  • Printout of the hiking trail (click "Print" to download)

Safety information

Winter sports report

Use of the winter hiking trails and information on this website is at your own risk. Conditions on site may cause changes to 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 signs and instructions – for your own safety, to protect livestock, and without disturbing the peace of wildlife.

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

  • Carry additional sunscreen. UV rays at altitude can be very strong, especially in winter, even in cloudy weather.

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

  • 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's better to turn back early.

  • Do not go on glaciers without a mountain guide.

  • Observe warning signals indicating danger, especially avalanche risk.

  • Inform others about your route and never go alone if possible.

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

Additional information

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

Literature

You can get a free panoramic map at the mountain railways and info centers of the Aletsch Arena.

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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