--- title: "SNOWSHOE TRAIL HOLZJI-TRAIL" url: "https://www.belalp.ch/en/tour/snowshoe-trail-holzji-trail" description: "The starting point for this snowshoe hike is Blatten bei Naters. Between the hamlet of Rischinen and Aletschbord, you will experience nature at its finest. Via Egga, you walk in the direction of Holzji, where you can observe wildlife from the observation post. Then continue through the snowy forest to a clearing, from where you can enjoy a unique view of the Great Aletsch Glacier. Follow the path to your destination, Aletschbord, and enjoy the panoramic view of the Valais mountains and the largest glacier stream in the Alps. At the historic Hotel Belalp, you can refresh yourself with food and drinks for the return journey, which takes 30 minutes along the panoramic road from Aletschbord to the cable car." language: "en" type: "SportsActivityLocation" image: "https://dam.destination.one/2835180/9925b3d0b31072035c07e530fc0fe51947560ca52b1be42b98b66d25ca8fea1f/hotel-belalp.jpg" breadcrumb: "Root > Blatten-Belalp > Special > Destination.Data Details > Tour" --- GPX Share SNOWSHOE TRAIL HOLZJI-TRAIL =========================== - Tip - 6.51 km long - Difficulty: medium - Condition: medium - Great panorama - Snowshoeing Hotel Belalp Holzji-Trail Holzji-Trail Wildbeobachtungsposten Holzjitrail - 3:20 h - 6.51 km - 816 m - 50 m - 1,330 m - 2,132 m - Difficulty: medium - - Start: Blatten bei Naters - Destination: Belalp, Aletschbord From Blatten, walk to Rischinen and through the forest to Egga. From there, the path continues via Holzji to Aletschbord. Enjoy the view of the Great Aletsch Glacier here. The starting point for this snowshoe hike is Blatten bei Naters. Between the hamlet of Rischinen and Aletschbord, you will experience nature at its finest. Via Egga, you walk in the direction of Holzji, where you can observe wildlife from the observation post. Then continue through the snowy forest to a clearing, from where you can enjoy a unique view of the Great Aletsch Glacier. Follow the path to your destination, Aletschbord, and enjoy the panoramic view of the Valais mountains and the largest glacier stream in the Alps. At the historic Hotel Belalp, you can refresh yourself with food and drinks for the return journey, which takes 30 minutes along the panoramic road from Aletschbord to the cable car. Read more Blatten-Belalp Tourismus Good to know ------------ Pavements Street (7%) Asphalt (1%) Trail (82%) Path (10%) Best to visit suitable Depends on weather - Jan - Feb - Mar - Apr - May - Jun - Jul - Aug - Sep - Oct - Nov - Dec Directions From Blatten, walk to Rischinen and turn left here onto the trail (see signs). You will pass through the forest and cross the bridge at Bruchji up to Egga. There you will take the Holzji Trail, which is mostly in the forest. Continue to the wildlife observation post and then it's only a few minutes to Aletschbord. Read more Tour information - Refreshment stop Equipment Sturdy footwear, snowshoes, weather-appropriate clothing, sun and rain protection, as well as sufficient supplies of food and drinks, should be carried in case there are no places to stop or shop, or if they are closed. Although the path is very well marked throughout, for safety reasons you should always have an appropriate hiking map with you. Bring poles or other aids. Read more Directions & Parking facilities **Getting there** **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: Highway A9 - Sierre: Main road Sierre – Brig Or via Domodossola – Simplon Pass – Brig **Blatten bei Naters** From Brig, reach Blatten bei Naters via Naters, then continue by cable car to the car-free Belalp. Read more **Parking** Paid parking is available at Chienzlichrommu and in the parking garage in Blatten bei Naters. Further information can be found at: Read more **Public transportation** Blatten bei Naters is accessible by public transport from Brig or Naters. You can reach Belalp from Blatten by cable car. Timetable and further travel information can be found at: Read more Additional information Read more Literature Read more Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author \- Watch for animals at the Holzji wildlife observation post \- Stop for refreshments at the mountain guide's hut on Egga or at the Hotel Belalp Read more Safety guidelines Use of the snowshoe routes and information on this website is at your own risk. Local conditions may cause changes to the route. Blatten-Belalp Tourism assumes no responsibility for the accuracy and completeness of the information on this website. \- Carry a map. Download the complete description of the hiking trail with a large-scale map by clicking "Print" at the top right of the page. \- Use only marked trails and follow all signs and instructions – for your own safety, to protect grazing animals, and out of respect for wildlife. \- Behave considerately towards other trail users and the landscape. Take your waste 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. \- Assess your own abilities and fitness well. The route is generally at your own responsibility. Read more Map Read more Nearby ------ View on map - Event - Celebration - Tasting - Theatre - Worth a visit - mountain railway - mountain railway - Hiking guide - Tours 2.60 km - Snowshoeing 4.21 km - Snowshoeing 1.97 km - Snowshoeing - Webcams - Media Contact 3914 Blatten bei Naters Download GPX file - - - -