recommended route
Hike from Riederalp to Mörel-Filet via Oberried and Ried-Mörel
Hiking Trail
· Aletsch Arena
· closed
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/ Wanderung von der Riederalp über Oberried, Ried-Mörel nach Mörel-FiletPhoto: Aletsch Arena AG
Discover the charm of the picturesque Valais villages! On this easy hike from the sunny plateau down into the valley, several delightful villages await you.
This route passes through an inaccessible area and is therefore closed. Current information
closed
moderate
Distance 7.8 km
4:00 h
3 m
1,168 m
1,928 m
760 m
Setting off from Riederalp West mountain station, head east to the Oberried turn-off, just after Golfhotel Riederhof. The trail known as “Alte Schlitt” or “Herrenweg” leads down through the Riederwald forest to Oberried, which lies on a plateau between Riederalp and the village of Ried-Mörel. Here you can pause and take in the beautiful views of Goms, Ried-Brig, Termen and the Simplon area. Then continue down into the valley to the quaint and secluded village of Ried-Mörel. The last leg of the journey takes you to Mörel-Filet, a village famous for its sweet chestnuts. If you prefer, you can take the cable car from Ried-Mörel back up to Riederalp or down to Mörel-Filet.
Author’s recommendation
The Restaurant Alpenblick in Ried-Mörel serves Valais specialities. The home-cured sausage is definitely worth tasting!
Author
Aletsch Arena AG
Update: December 21, 2021
Difficulty
moderate
Technique
Stamina
Experience
Landscape
Highest point
1,928 m
Lowest point
760 m
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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
Bergstation, Riederalp West (1,925 m)
Coordinates:
SwissGrid
2'645'202E 1'136'257N
DD
46.376168, 8.026136
DMS
46°22'34.2"N 8°01'34.1"E
UTM
32T 425104 5136304
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Destination
Bahnhof, Mörel-Filet
Turn-by-turn directions
Riederalp West – Nieschbord- Oberried – Ried-Mörel – Mörel-Filet
Note
all notes on protected areas
Getting there
Parking
Coordinates
SwissGrid
2'645'202E 1'136'257N
DD
46.376168, 8.026136
DMS
46°22'34.2"N 8°01'34.1"E
UTM
32T 425104 5136304
w3w
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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
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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
- Kit para bolhas
- 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.
Status
closed
Difficulty
moderate
Distance
7.8 km
Duration
4:00 h
Ascent
3 m
Descent
1,168 m
Highest point
1,928 m
Lowest point
760 m
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