recommended route
Hike from Bettmeralp to Riederalp via the Aletsch Promenade
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/ Wanderung von der Bettmeralp über die Aletschpromenade zur RiederalpPhoto: Aletsch Arena AG -
/ Wanderung von der Bettmeralp über die Aletschpromenade zur RiederalpPhoto: Aletsch Arena AG
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/ Wanderung von der Bettmeralp über die Aletschpromenade zur RiederalpPhoto: Aletsch Arena AG
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/ Wanderung von der Bettmeralp über die Aletschpromenade zur RiederalpPhoto: Aletsch Arena AG
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/ Wanderung von der Bettmeralp über die Aletschpromenade zur RiederalpPhoto: Aletsch Arena AG
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/ Wanderung von der Bettmeralp über die Aletschpromenade zur RiederalpPhoto: Aletsch Arena AG
A paved path, hardly any gradients and even lit at night: the Aletsch Promenade connects Bettmeralp with Riederalp and is an easy walk that anyone can manage.
open
easy
Distance 3.1 km
1:00 h
52 m
51 m
The starting point of this hike is Bettmeralp cable car mountain station. From here you head west along the Aletsch Promenade, which is paved and therefore wheelchair accessible. There is virtually no climb to the destination of the hike – the Riederalp mountain station. Benches along the Aletsch Promenade invite you to rest a while and enjoy the view. By the way, the Aletsch Promenade is lit at night! So it’s also ideal for an evening stroll.
Author’s recommendation
Out and about with kids? The Hobbyland playground is a great place to let your kids really let off steam!
Author
Aletsch Arena AG
Update: May 04, 2021
Difficulty
easy
Technique
Stamina
Experience
Landscape
Highest point
1,929 m
Lowest point
1,878 m
Best time of year
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Safety information
Use of the trails and the information on this website is at hikers’ own risk. Local conditions may entail changes to routes. Aletsch Arena AG accepts no liability for the accuracy and completeness of information on this website.
- Bring a map. Download full description of this route including large-scale map by clicking on «Print» icon, top right of this page.
- Use marked trails only, and observe all signposting – for your own safety, to safeguard grazing animals and to avoid disturbing wildlife.
- Close gates after passing through.
- Please be considerate to other trail users, and to the plants and animals.
- Do not leave any waste in nature.
Tips and hints
Aletsch Arena AG
Furkastrasse 39
CH-3983 Mörel-Filet
+41 27 928 58 58
info@aletscharena.ch
www.aletscharena.ch
Start
Bettmeralp, top station of aerial cable car (1,923 m)
Coordinates:
SwissGrid
2'647'619E 1'137'407N
DD
46.386347, 8.057662
DMS
46°23'10.8"N 8°03'27.6"E
UTM
32T 427542 5137406
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Destination
Riederalp, top station of aerial cable car West
Turn-by-turn directions
Bettmeralp, top station of aerial cable car - Golmenegg - Riederalp Mitte - Riederalp, top station of aerial cable car West
Note
all notes on protected areas
Public transport
Public-transport-friendly
By train from Brig or Oberwald to Betten valley station. Take the Bettmeralp cable car (Aletsch Bahnen AG) up to Bettmeralp.Getting there
Take Kantonsstrasse 19 to the Betten Valley Station exit. Take the Bettmeralp cable car (Aletsch Bahnen AG) up to Bettmeralp.Parking
Large pay car park near the valley station of the Bettmeralp cable car (Aletsch Bahnen AG).Coordinates
SwissGrid
2'647'619E 1'137'407N
DD
46.386347, 8.057662
DMS
46°23'10.8"N 8°03'27.6"E
UTM
32T 427542 5137406
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Arrival by train, car, foot or bike
Book recommendation by the author
Get a free panoramic map at the cable car stations and info centres of the Aletsch Arena.
Author’s map recommendations
SwissTopo maps 1:25’000: 1269 Aletschgletscher
Equipment
We recommend:
- good footwear
- clothing suitable for the weather: always carry a waterproof jacket
- hat or cap
- sunscreen
- bottle for water
- picnic
- camera
- binoculars (optional)
- hiking poles (optional)
- printout of this hike (click «Print» icon, to download)
Basic Equipment for Hiking
- Sturdy, comfortable and waterproof hiking boots or approach shoes
- Layered, moisture wicking clothing
- Hiking socks
- Rucksack (with rain cover)
- Protection against sun, rain and wind (hat, sunscreen, water- and windproof jacket and suitable legwear)
- Sunglasses
- Hiking poles
- Ample supply of drinking water and snacks
- First aid kit
- Blister kit
- Bivy / survival bag
- Survival blanket
- Headlamp
- Pocket knife
- Whistle
- Cell phone
- Cash
- Navigation equipment / map and compass
- Emergency contact details
- ID
- The 'basic' and 'technical' equipment lists are generated based on the selected activity. They are not exhaustive and only serve as suggestions for what you should consider packing.
- For your safety, you should carefully read all instructions on how to properly use and maintain your equipment.
- Please ensure that the equipment you bring complies with local laws and does not include restricted items.
Statistics
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Maps and trails
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Distance
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Ascent
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Descent
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Highest point
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Lowest point
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