Aletsch Glacier Panorama Trail Walking Holiday

Make your own way to Gampel-Steg. We recommend flying to Geneva or Zurich Airport and catching the train to Gampel Steg. Arrive and settle in.

Overnight – 3* Hotel, Gampel-Steg (B&B)

Route Statistics – 12km, 4 – 5 hours walking,  680m ascent / 300m descent

You start your week with a classic and popular hike, abundant in panoramic views. Walking by the scenic Lötschberg Railway, you will come to the impressive Bietschtal bridge, before following a charming path alongside historic irrigation channels known locally as ‘Suonen’. Your reward is a suspension bridge with sublime views of Brägji and Riedgarten. From Ausserberg take a scenic train ride to Brig (not included).

Overnight – 3* Hotel, Brig (B&B)

Route Statistics – 15 – 20 km, 5 – 7 hours walking, 560-1265m ascent / 870-945m descent

After taking the train back to Ausserberg,  today your hike is again characterised by Suonen and the railway. Early on you are treated to a fabulous view of the Baltschieder viaduct. Pipes for irrigating the dry south-facing slopes line the route, whilst you will be fascinated by information boards relating to the Südrampe (south ramp) section of the BLS railway and also the Swiss Guards Museum. From Naters, you proceed to Blatten, either on foot or you can hop on the bus if you prefer. Then a cable car whisks you up to beautiful Belalp (not included).

Overnight  – 4* Hotel, Belalp (B&B)

Route Statistics – 11 km,  4 – 5 hours walking, 590m ascent / 775m descent

Today, from Aletschbor, you are treated to the best views of the Aletsch Glacier’s snout and lower sections. You cross a suspension bridge to the Aletschwald, a forest of Swiss pines 100 years old. Villa Cassel looms like an eagle’s nest on the Riederfurka ridge, surrounded by the magnificent mountains of Valais. A wondrous day ends at precariously-perched Riederalp.

Overnight – 3* Hotel, Riederalp (B&B)

Route Statistics – 17km, 5-6 hours walking, 710m ascent / 415m descent

Today, a string of vantage points provides more mind blowing natural spectacles: to the north, the Aletsch Glacier in the heart of a UNESCO World Heritage Site. To the south, the 4000m peaks of Valais. On the gentle descent to Lake Märjelensee, flower-rich cotton grasses and small sparkling tarns contrast exquisitely with the rock and ice.

Overnight – 3* Hotel, Fiescheralp (B&B)

Route Statistics – 14km, 5 – 6 hours walking, 495m ascent/ 1135m descent

Your trail starts by following ancient alpine paths down to the Burg, a massif of metamorphic rock (gneiss) polished and smooth by the glaciers. Against the impressive backdrop of the Goms mountains, the Fiescher Glacier becomes clearly visible and will absorb you as the day unfolds. The 160m long Aspi-Titter suspension bridge indicates your trek is nearing its conclusion, as it leads you to the idyllic Goms mountain village of Bellwald.

Overnight – 3* Hotel, Belwald (B&B)

After breakfast, make your own onward travel arrangements from Bellwald – it is easy to reach most destinations in Switzerland by train.