Walliser Sonnenweg

Route Ausserberg - Brig

Overview

  • Distance 17 km
  • Duration 5 h
  • Ascent 540 m

Hint

Intro

Suonen (irrigation channels) and the BLS railway line accompany this stage. Impressive view of the Baltschieder viaduct. Pipes for irrigating the dry south-facing slopes line the route. Information columns on the BLS Südrampe section and Swiss Guards Museum provide fascinating information.

Description

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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
Ausserberg
Destination
Brig
Direction
One way
Altitude (meter above sea level)
800 m
Ascent
540 m
Descent
880 m
Distance
17 km
Duration
5 h
Duration back
5 h 20 min
Technical requirements
Easy
Physical requirements
Medium
Season
April - October
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Route

Walliser Sonnenweg

Crans-Montana - Brig
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Quick Facts

Route number

Stage: 4/4

Distance

17 km

Duration

5 h

Ascent

540 m

Travel information: Ausserberg

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