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Wurzenbord Flow Trail
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Flowtrail WurzenbordPhoto: Aletsch Arena AG
Want to polish your biking technique or fancy a bit of downhilling? At three kilometres long with 260m altitude difference, the Wurzenbord Flow Trail is ideal for both activities.
easy
Distance 3 km
0:30 h
0 m
260 m
2,221 m
1,980 m
From Bettmeralp, the Wurzenbord chairlift takes you up to the start of the Flow Trail (2,215m above sea level). The trail is perfectly integrated in the varied terrain and is suitable for beginners and mountain bike pros alike. A great mix of turns, rollers and jumps awaits you – ideal for polishing your bike technique or enjoying a fast-paced descent. During the downhill ride to Bettmeralp, you pass through different alpine zones and have a magnificent view of the Valais mountain panorama. The trail ends at the Wurzenbord cable car station, which whisks you back up to the starting point in a matter of minutes.
Status report
You can always check the status report to see if the flow trail is open.
Author’s recommendation
Why not start off by biking up to Wurzenbord? Or plan the Flow Trail in as part of a bike tour. That makes your downhill experience more challenging.
Author
Aletsch Arena AG
Update: February 21, 2023
Difficulty
S1
easy
Technique
Stamina
Experience
Landscape
Highest point
Wurzebord, 2,221 m
Lowest point
Bettmeralp, 1,980 m
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Path
3 km
Rest stops
Restaurant Hotel AletschSafety information
Use only the marked bike paths and roads and follow the signs. Please close gates and pasture fences behind you. Be considerate of hikers, plants and animals. Hikers always have right of way. Assess your skill and fitness level realistically. Riding the various routes is always at your own risk.Tips and hints
Aletsch Arena AGFurkastrasse 39
CH-3983 Mörel-Filet
+41 27 928 58 58
info@aletscharena.ch
Start
Bettmeralp, Wurzenbord chairlift (2,218 m)
Coordinates:
SwissGrid
2'649'245E 1'138'602N
DD
46.396972, 8.078934
DMS
46°23'49.1"N 8°04'44.2"E
UTM
32T 429191 5138567
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Destination
Bettmeralp, Wurzenbord chairlift
Turn-by-turn directions
Bettmeralp, Wurzenbord chairlift – Wurzenbord (2,215m above sea level) – Bettmeralp, Wurzenbord chairlift
Note
all notes on protected areas
Public transport
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. The cable car (Aletsch Bahnen AG) takes you to Bettmeralp.Parking
Large pay car park near the valley station of the Bettmeralp cable car (Aletsch Bahnen AG).Coordinates
SwissGrid
2'649'245E 1'138'602N
DD
46.396972, 8.078934
DMS
46°23'49.1"N 8°04'44.2"E
UTM
32T 429191 5138567
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Arrival by train, car, foot or bike
Equipment
Basic equipment for mountain biking- Bicycle helmet (poss. enduro or full-face helmet)
- Cycling gloves, elbow and knee pads (poss. back and shin protectors)
- Sturdy, comfortable and preferably waterproof footwear (poss. MTB shoes with ankle protection)
- Clothing using a multi-layer system with moisture wicking
- Backpack (with rain cover)
- Sun, rain and wind protection (hat, sunscreen, waterproof and windproof jacket)
- Sunglasses
- Mobile phone
- First aid kit
- Pocket knife
- Cash
- Navigation device / map and compass
- Sufficient provisions and drinking water
Technical equipment
- Air or CO2 pump with cartridges
- Tyre repair kit
- Spare inner tube
- Chain rivet
- Allen key
- Handlebar mount for mobile phone/satnav
- Bicycle lock
Where applicable, a roadworthy (e-)mountain bike with plenty of suspension travel, a bell, front and rear lights and spoke reflectors.
The lists for “basic equipment” and “technical equipment” do not claim to be complete and only serve as suggestions for what you should pack.
For your own safety, you should carefully read all instructions for the proper use and maintenance of your machine.
Please make sure that your equipment complies with local laws and does not contain any prohibited items.
Reviews
Difficulty
S1
easy
Distance
3 km
Duration
0:30 h
Descent
260 m
Highest point
2,221 m
Lowest point
1,980 m
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Ascent
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Highest point
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