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Intro

This is a classic route and very popular for good reason: The views of the 4000-meter peaks of the Valais along the way are without parallel. The path leads from Bettmeralp via Wurzenbord up to Bättmer-Hitta. A walk through the winter wonderland takes you to Fiescheralp.

Description

The hike starts at the mountain station of the Riederalp cable car and follows the «Aletsch-Promenade». To the east of the village of Bettmeralp, level with the Hôtel Aletsch, walk along the Möriken holiday camp chalet, then take a right near the Wurzenbord ski lift. You will have to tackle a steep climb towards Wurzenbord, which you will then pass around on the right. The winter hiking trail then makes a sharp turn to the left in the direction of the Bättmer Hitta restaurant. The biggest climb is now behind you.

If you like, you can stop for a well-earned break in the restaurant, which offers delicious Valais specialities in three cosy rooms as well as a sunny terrace. The view of the mountains is magnificent and is ideal for recharging your batteries.

When your energy levels are full again, you can continue your beautiful walk across captivating winter landscapes. From here, the path heads along the Alpine pastures and snow-covered slopes of Martisbergeralp and Laxeralp, and this flat route can be followed to the east until you reach Fiescheralp.

An enjoyable tour includes the careful planning of the same. Please inform yourself in advance at the local information center about the route and weather conditions. Depending on the season and weather conditions, this route may be blocked or interrupted

Technical information

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Start location
Riederalp
Destination
Fiescheralp
Ascent
460 m
Descent
180 m
Distance
9 km
Duration
3 h 25 min
Physical requirements
Medium
Signalization
Signalisation in both directions
More information https://schweizmobil.ch/en/winter-hiking/route-842...

Map

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Contact

Aletsch Arena AG
Furkastrasse 39
3983  Mörel-Filet

Phone  +41 (0)27 928 58 58
info@aletscharena.ch
aletscharena.ch

Quick Facts

Route number

No. 842

Distance

9 km

Duration

3 h 25 min

Ascent

460 m

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