--- title: "BELALP" url: "https://www.belalp.ch/en/poi/belalp" description: "The Belalp - an alpine jewel with historyThe Belalp lies at 2,094 metres above sea level high above the Rhone Valley and offers breathtaking views of the Aletsch Glacier, the Matterhorn and numerous four-thousand-metre peaks. As a traditional alp, it was an important part of regional agriculture for centuries and developed into a popular holiday destination over the course of time.Travellers discovered the beauty of the Belalp as early as the 19th century. It was made particularly famous by the British naturalist John Tyndall, who undertook numerous research trips here and made a significant contribution to glaciology. Today, Belalp combines tradition and modernity by preserving its alpine farming roots while offering first-class tourist facilities.The historic Hotel Belalp, built in 1858, sits majestically on a rocky outcrop and tells of a time when the region was a centre for alpinists and explorers. Next to the hotel, the Lüsga Chapel, built in 1883/1884, invites you to pause for a moment.In addition to tourism, traditional alpine farming still plays an important role today. During the summer months, cows, goats and sheep graze on the alpine meadows and provide valuable milk for the production of regional cheese specialities. With the BelAlp Experience offer, this can be experienced up close. The Alpabfahrt in autumn, when the festively decorated Ehringer cows return to the valley, is an impressive event that fascinates locals and guests alike. Just as impressive is the annual \"Schäful\", when the Sanner bring the sheep from the \"Aletschji\" back to the Belalp on a hike lasting several days.The Belalp is not only a paradise in summer, but also delights in winter with fantastic ski slopes, snow-covered landscapes and a fast sledge run. Whether skiing, snowshoeing or simply enjoying the impressive mountain scenery - Belalp combines nature, culture and history in a unique way." language: "en" type: "Place" image: "https://dam.destination.one/3014656/d9a4870cef30416b1268b90574973a0904438c452f398b7642509471b4375207/dscf6671-jpg.jpg" breadcrumb: "Root > Blatten-Belalp > Special > Destination.Data Details > Poi" --- Share BELALP ====== - Monument - Historical site - Chapel - Paragliding launch site - Suspension bridge - Kid's park - Minigolf course - Sledging - Ropes park - Ski locker - Summer sports - Snowtube - Snowpark - Pumptrack - Climbing site - Paragliding landing site - Bike park - Alp - Summit - Mountain lake - Glacier - Barrage - Reservoir - Bisse - Forest - mountain railway - Bus Stop - Gondola - Cable car - Parking garage - Parking - Slope - Chairlift - ski lift - Magic carpet - Locker - E-charging station - Viewing platform - Viewpoint - Fireplace - Barbecue area - Picnic area - Playground - Waste Management - Post Office - Toilets - Tourist Information - Village square - Information - Mountain guide - Bike guide - Bikeschool - Service company - Flight school - Forestry Services - Dairy - ATM - Snow sports school - Ski school - Sports shop - Rental agency - Hiking guide - 360° picture - Webcam DSCF6671.jpg IMG\_5542.jpg IMG\_9241.JPG DJI\_0081-HDR.jpg DSCF6896.jpg DSCF6904.jpg DSCF6907.jpg DSCF6936.jpg DSCF7112.jpg \_DSF8858.jpeg The Old Village of Blatten is worth visiting at any time of year and invites you to linger. The Belalp - an alpine jewel with history The Belalp lies at 2,094 metres above sea level high above the Rhone Valley and offers breathtaking views of the Aletsch Glacier, the Matterhorn and numerous four-thousand-metre peaks. As a traditional alp, it was an important part of regional agriculture for centuries and developed into a popular holiday destination over the course of time. Travellers discovered the beauty of the Belalp as early as the 19th century. It was made particularly famous by the British naturalist , who undertook numerous research trips here and made a significant contribution to glaciology. Today, Belalp combines tradition and modernity by preserving its alpine farming roots while offering first-class tourist facilities. The historic Hotel Belalp, built in 1858, sits majestically on a rocky outcrop and tells of a time when the region was a centre for alpinists and explorers. Next to the , the , built in 1883/1884, invites you to pause for a moment. In addition to tourism, traditional alpine farming still plays an important role today. During the summer months, cows, goats and sheep graze on the alpine meadows and provide valuable milk for the production of regional cheese specialities. With the offer, this can be experienced up close. The in autumn, when the festively decorated Ehringer cows return to the valley, is an impressive event that fascinates locals and guests alike. Just as impressive is the annual , when the Sanner bring the sheep from the "Aletschji" back to the Belalp on a hike lasting several days. The Belalp is not only a paradise in summer, but also delights in winter with fantastic , snow-covered landscapes and a fast . Whether , or simply enjoying the impressive mountain scenery - Belalp combines nature, culture and history in a unique way. Read more Good to know ------------ General information - Parking available - Bus stop available - Easter - Christmas - New Year’s Day - Carnival - Swiss National Day Suitability - For individual guests - Suitable for prams / strollers - Groups - School classes - Families - Youth - Adults - Senior citizens - In the village centre Foreign languages German, English, French, Italian Other equipment/facilities - Kids’ playground (outdoors) Payment methods Free admission Accessibility - Partially wheelchair-accessible - Toilets not wheelchair-accessible Read more Directions & Parking facilities Arrival by Car From Western Switzerland: A9 Lausanne - Vevey, or Northwestern Switzerland: A12 Bern - Vevey: A9 - Sierre: Main road Sierre - Brig From Northwestern Switzerland: A6 Bern - Thun - Spiez: Main road Spiez - Kandersteg (car shuttle Lötschberg Tunnel) - Goppenstein - Gampel - Brig From Eastern and Central Switzerland: Andermatt - Realp (year-round car shuttle Furka; in summer via Furka Pass) - Oberwald - Brig From Ticino (in summer): Airolo - Nufenen Pass - Ulrichen – Brig Or via Centovalli – Domodossola – Simplon Pass – Brig From Italy (Aosta, Mt. Blanc Tunnel): Aosta - Grand Saint Bernard Tunnel (in summer via the pass) - Martigny: A9 Motorway - Sierre: Main road Sierre – Brig Or via Domodossola – Simplon Pass – Brig Blatten bei Naters From Brig, you can reach Blatten bei Naters via Naters. Arrival by Public Transport Blatten-Belalp is very easy and convenient to reach by train to Brig. From Brig, continue by post bus (624) to Blatten bei Naters, Luftseilbahn. Read more Contact person Blatten-Belalp Tourismus AGRischinustrasse 5 3914 Blatten bei Naters License (master data) Blatten-Belalp Tourismus AG Nearby ------ View on map - Event - Winter sports - Leisure - Worth a visit - Slope - Bike park - Slope - Tours 3.05 km - Themed trail 0.83 km - Winter hiking 2.04 km - Winter hiking - Webcams - Media Contact 3914 Belalp