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Winter hiking circuit Bettmeralp – Lischa
Winter Hiking
· Aletsch Arena
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Winterwanderung Rundweg Bettmeralp - LischaPhoto: Aletsch Arena AG
Sheer winter hiking pleasure: this leisurely circuit tour will spoil you non-stop with glorious views of the mountain scenery.
Open
easy
Distance 2.9 km
1:00 h
118 m
118 m
2,042 m
1,924 m
From the mountain station of Bettmeralp cable car, set off through Bettmeralp village, past the Maria zum Schnee Chapel, as far as Hotel Alpfrieden. Now follow the path that leads to Restaurant Walliserstube, which is where the Lischa winter hiking trail begins. The path climbs for a short distance then turns west, offering fantastic views of the Matterhorn and the surrounding mountains to enjoy. Heading slightly downhill, you soon come to Bachtla Sports Centre and the valley station of the Bettmerhorn gondola lift. From here, you’ll once again pass through Bettmeralp village on the way back to the mountain station of Bettmeralp cable car.
Author’s recommendation
Fancy a longer tour? This route is ideal for combining with the Bettmersee – alpine stables circuit tour to create a wonderful winter hike.
Author
Aletsch Arena AG
Update: January 20, 2023
Difficulty
easy
Technique
Stamina
Experience
Landscape
Highest point
2,042 m
Lowest point
1,924 m
Best time of year
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- Plan each mountain tour carefully and adapt it to your own conditions, the weather and the season.
- The weather in the mountains can change quickly, so make sure you have suitable clothing and sufficient food and water with you. If the weather is unsafe, don’t wait too long to turn back.
- Let someone else know that you are doing the tour and if possible never go alone.
- Do not leave marked trails and do not go onto glaciers without a mountain guide.
- Walking on the ski slopes is prohibited.
- Be considerate of other hikers, plants and animals.
- Always find out about the local avalanche situation
Note(s)
The altitude and the route mean that good footwear is absolutely essential for this winter hike.
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 Luftseilbahn Bettmeralp (1,923 m)
Coordinates:
SwissGrid
2'647'619E 1'137'401N
DD
46.386291, 8.057667
DMS
46°23'10.6"N 8°03'27.6"E
UTM
32T 427542 5137400
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Destination
Bergstation Luftseilbahn Bettmeralp
Turn-by-turn directions
Bergstation Luftseilbahn Bettmeralp – Restaurant Walliserstube – Talstation Gondelbahn Bettmerhorn – Bergstation Luftseilbahn Bettmeralp
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 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 1'137'401N
DD
46.386291, 8.057667
DMS
46°23'10.6"N 8°03'27.6"E
UTM
32T 427542 5137400
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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.
Book recommendations for this region:
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Equipment
We recommend:
- Winter boots or hiking/trekking boots with a good grip
- Hiking poles (optional)
- Warm winter clothing appropriate for the weather
Status
Open
Difficulty
easy
Distance
2.9 km
Duration
1:00 h
Ascent
118 m
Descent
118 m
Highest point
2,042 m
Lowest point
1,924 m
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Afternoon
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