- 3:05 h
- 7.82 km
- 807 m
- 41 m
- 1,330 m
- 2,136 m
- 806 m
- Start: Blatten bei Naters (1330 m)
- Destination: Belalp Aletschbord
On the way from Blatten bei Naters to Belalp via Holzji, you reach Egga about halfway along the route, which has an extraordinary location. The settlement nestles like a swallow's nest in a gentle semicircle on the eastern "shore" of a now marshy Ice Age hanging lake. A village lane, bordered uphill by residential houses and opposite by utility buildings, leads to an elongated square with a fountain. Almost half of the houses were built in the second half of the 16th century.
The further path leads past the mountain guide's hut towards Holzji, where there is a wildlife observation post. It is worth stopping here, and with a bit of luck you may even catch a glimpse of the native fauna.
The partially steep ascent is rewarded at the latest upon arrival at the Aletschbord, as here you have not only a view of the Great Aletsch Glacier but also of the Valais mountain panorama up to the Matterhorn.
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Pavements
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Directions
The hike starts at the Blatten bei Naters cable car stop. Follow the signpost towards "Egga" and cross the road after a short ascent. Then continue towards Rischinu and then on to Egga. At the beginning here, turn right and pass the mountain guide's hut. Soon you will have left the last houses of Egga behind and be on the hiking trail towards Holzji.
The highlight is to observe wildlife from the Holzji wildlife observation post. Then continue through the forest to a clearing from which you can enjoy a unique view of the Great Aletsch Glacier. Afterwards, the path leads to the Aletschbord, your destination with panoramic views of the Valais mountains and the Great Aletsch Glacier.
Blatten bei Naters - Egga - Holzji - Aletschbord - Belalp
Tour information
Stop at an Inn
Equipment
Sturdy footwear, weather-appropriate clothing, sun and rain protection, as well as a sufficient supply of food and drinks should be carried in case there are no opportunities to stop or buy along the way. Although the path is very well marked throughout, for safety reasons you should always have a suitable hiking map with you. Take poles or other aids with you.
Directions & Parking facilities
Arrival by car
From western Switzerland: A9 Lausanne - Vevey, or northwest Switzerland: A12 Bern - Vevey: A9 - Sierre: main road Sierre - Brig
From northwest Switzerland: A6 Bern - Thun - Spiez: main road Spiez - Kandersteg (Lötschberg tunnel car transport) - Goppenstein - Gampel - Brig
From eastern and central Switzerland: Andermatt - Realp (year-round car transport 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 over the pass) - Martigny: motorway A9 - Sierre: main road Sierre – Brig
Or via Domodossola – Simplon Pass – Brig
Blatten bei Naters
From Brig you reach Blatten bei Naters via Naters, then continue with the cable car to the car-free Belalp.
Naters
There are several paid parking spaces and parking garages available both in Naters and Brig.
Blatten-Belalp
Paid parking is available at Chienzlichrommu and in the parking garage in Blatten bei Naters.
More information can be found at:
Naters
Take the post bus or the local bus (line 1) from Brig to Naters marketplace and start your route there.
You can also start your route by walking from Brig directly through Naters.
Blatten-Belalp
Blatten bei Naters is accessible from Brig or Naters by public transport.
You can reach Belalp from Blatten by cable car.
Find the timetable and more information about the journey at: www.belalp.ch
Additional information
If you have any questions, please contact:
Belalp Bahnen AG
Blatten - Belalp Tourism AG
Literature
Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author
Take your time at the wildlife observation post. With a bit of luck you might even see deer or chamois.
Enjoy fine specialties at the mountain guide's hut on Egga.
Relax on the panoramic terrace of Hotel Belalp once you have arrived at the Aletschbord.
Safety guidelines
Despite the "unmistakable" marking of the hiking trails, we recommend that you always have an appropriate hiking map for safety reasons, so that you can quickly find a safe area in case of a thunderstorm or emergency.
Especially in autumn, be aware that fallen leaves on the ground can hide unevenness, roots, stones, or holes in the path. After storms, trees may still fall or branches drop. Under adverse weather conditions, natural paths can be muddy and slippery. You should expect such path impairments when hiking.
Not all rocks or cliffs are secured with ropes or railings. Sometimes surefootedness is required. If you feel that certain sections are not passable for you, you should avoid them.
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