- 0:45 h
- 1.97 km
- 95 m
- 34 m
- 2,095 m
- 2,175 m
- 80 m
- Start: Belalp mountain station cableways
- Destination: Aletschbord
The starting point of this snowshoe trail is the cable car mountain station (2094 m asl). Then the path leads to Bruchegg (warning: oncoming skiers) and towards the Kristall restaurant.
At first, the path is somewhat steep, but after 10 minutes you reach the junction where the path flattens. Above the restaurant, proceed to Lüsgersee (2094 m asl) and from there continue to the valley station of the Färrichlift. Here you reach the Aletschbord trail passing the Lüsga kiosk, continuing to Hotel Belalp and Aletschbord. At Aletschbord, you can enjoy a fantastic view of the Great Aletsch Glacier and the Valais mountains. Afterwards, enjoy a refreshment at Hotel Belalp.
You return to the starting point (Belalp mountain station) by a 30-minute walk along the Aletschbord trail. Another option is to descend directly to Blatten via the snowshoe trail "Holzji".
Good to know
Pavements
Best to visit
Directions
Belalp mountain station - Bruchegg - Lüsgersee - Färrichlift - Aletschbord
Tour information
Stop at an Inn
Equipment
Sturdy footwear, snowshoes, weather-appropriate clothing, sun and rain protection, as well as sufficient supplies of food and drinks, should be taken in case no dining or shopping options are available or open. Although the path is very well marked throughout, you should always carry a suitable hiking map for safety reasons. Take sticks 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 (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: 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 take the aerial cableway to the car-free Belalp.
Paid parking spaces are available at Chienzlichrommu and the parking garage in Blatten bei Naters.
More information can be found at:
Blatten bei Naters is accessible from Brig or Naters by public transport.
You can reach Belalp from Blatten by aerial cableway.
The timetable and further arrival information can be found at: www.belalp.ch
Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author
- A view from Aletschbord to the Great Aletsch Glacier and down into the "Aletschji" is always worthwhile.
- Enjoy a coffee or a delicacy from the menu at Hotel Belalp
- At Theres in the Lüsga kiosk, a fine glass of wine can be enjoyed
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 with you. Download the complete trail description with a large-scale map by clicking "Print" at the top right of the page.
- Use only marked trails and observe 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 environment. Take your trash and that of others with you.
- Bring additional sun protection. UV rays at high altitudes can be very strong, especially in winter, even under cloudy conditions.
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