Blatten Belalp: Climbing Holidays in Switzerland

Climbing areas Naters - Belalp

Various climbing possibilities for beginners, advanced and professionals

Our destination ffers a versatile climbing landscape form Naters up to the Belalp. Climbing enthusiasts will experience unique adventures in the fantastic Valais mountains. The Valais with its alpine landscape is a paradise for climbers. There are numerous climbind areas waiting to be discovered and climbed: From manageable, family-friendly areas to challenging passages. Here, everyone will find routes appropriate to their level.

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The Hexenkessel in Blatten

Rope park fun for the whole family

The rope park is located in the Hexenkessel (witches' cauldron) Blatten and leads far above the ground between treetops. For extreme adrenaline junkies, the over 200 meter long Tyrolienne is a grat highlight! Here, limits can be explored and challenged.

Continue to the rope park

NEW: For small guests form 1 meter in height, there is a separate children's course in the Hexenkessel Rope Park.

Via ferrata Aletsch

at the Gibidum reservoir

The Via Ferrata Aletsch leads along the cliff, around the Gibidum reservoir. It is well secured by iron steps, wire ropes and railings, but still has some quite demanding sections.

Continue to the aletsch via ferrata

The 80-metre-long and 40-metre-high Nepal Bridge, which crosses the Massa at the mouth of the Gibidum reservoir, is a particular thrill.

All via ferrata routes in Blatten-Belalp

Other climbing opportunities in the area

Prefer to go with your own ropes? No problem. In addition to the rope park and the via ferrata "Aletsch", our destination has numerous other climbing possibilities to offer. Lets get climbing!

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From the Safrand village of Mund, the trail leads through picturesque meadows and old hamlets up to Chastler. From here you continue down to Finnen. After a short rest at the gallows with a view of the Rhone valley and the Mischabel group, you return to Mund.

open medium 9,3 km 3,3 h

This leisurely circular hike leads through the old village of Naters, along old paths to Bellavista and back to Naters. Hike along old tracks!

open easy 2,6 km 0,9 h

A hike through the larch forest to the Belalp, which is particularly rich in colour in autumn.

closed easy 5,2 km 2,4 h

The ascent to Bättchrizji is relatively steep at times, but the view and the silence at Bättchrizji are definitely worth it.

closed difficult 11,0 km 4,9 h

The hike leads from Blatten near Naters up to the Burgen vantage point and passes through Veronika's primeval forest in the Chastelwald. An exciting circular hike perfect for the whole family.

open medium 2,6 km 1,2 h

On this adventurous hike you walk along suonen and through dark tunnels into the Gredetschtal valley. Don't forget to keep your head down!

closed medium 6,2 km 2,0 h

Here you will experience a beautiful varied hiking experience, which leads over lush alpine meadows to the Alpe Nessel and a fantastic mountain panorama.

closed medium 9,7 km 3,5 h

Der Rhein-Reuss-Rhôneweg verbindet die Graubündner Surselva bis in die Nähe des Genfersees. Vom Beginn in Disentis über die Pässe Oberalp und Furka bis ins Walliser Goms sind wir, heute nochmals bis Hälfte der Etappe, im Gebirge auf über 1000 m unterwegs.

closed medium 21,8 km 6,2 h

The hike leads along the Lötschberg railway line from Hohtenn to Naters. Enjoy the magnificent view of the Rhone Valley and learn about the history of the over 100-year-old railway line via information boards.

open medium 27,3 km 8,0 h

This hike starts in Naters and takes you along the historic road past dry stone walls and mule troughs up to Belalp, where you will be rewarded with a fantastic view of the Great Aletsch Glacier at the Aletschbord.

open medium 12,7 km 5,7 h

This adventurous hike takes you along the Suone Wyssa and through dark tunnels into the Gredetschtal and via Suone Stigwasser back to Mund.

closed medium 7,5 km 2,8 h

This hike takes you high up and a fantastic view is guaranteed! From Geimen, this hike leads to Birgisch and via Nessel to Belalp.

closed difficult 11,7 km 4,6 h

Sights nearby

Games, fun and adventure for the whole family

There is a suitable course for everyone on the five different difficulty levels in the rope park.

There are numerous activities to discover around, above and in the Massa Gorge.

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