Winter hiking circuit Bettmeralp – Lischa

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2.91 km long
Round trip
Difficulty: easy
Winter hiking
  • 1:00 h
  • 2.91 km
  • 118 m
  • 118 m
  • 1,924 m
  • 2,042 m
  • 118 m
  • Start: Bergstation Luftseilbahn Bettmeralp
  • Destination: Bergstation Luftseilbahn Bettmeralp
Sheer winter hiking pleasure: this leisurely circuit tour will spoil you non-stop with glorious views of the mountain scenery.

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.

Good to know

Best to visit

suitable
Depends on weather

Directions

Bergstation Luftseilbahn Bettmeralp – Restaurant Walliserstube – Talstation Gondelbahn Bettmerhorn – Bergstation Luftseilbahn Bettmeralp

Tour information

  • Familiy-Friendly

  • Loop Road

  • Stop at an Inn

Equipment

We recommend:  



  • Winter boots or hiking/trekking boots with a good grip 

  • Hiking poles (optional) 

  • Warm winter clothing appropriate for the weather 

Directions & Parking facilities

Take Kantonsstrasse 19 to the Betten Valley Station exit. Take the Bettmeralp cable car (Aletsch Bahnen AG) up to Bettmeralp. 
Large pay car park near the valley station of the Bettmeralp cable car (Aletsch Bahnen AG). 
By train from Brig or Oberwald to Betten valley station. Take the Bettmeralp cable car (Aletsch Bahnen AG) up to Bettmeralp. 

Additional information

Aletsch Arena AG 
Furkastrasse 39
CH-3983 Mörel-Filet 
+41 27 928 58 58 
info@aletscharena.ch
www.aletscharena.ch 

Literature

Get a free panoramic map at the cable car stations and info centres of the Aletsch Arena.  

Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author

Fancy a longer tour? This route is ideal for combining with the Bettmersee – alpine stables circuit tour to create a wonderful winter hike.

Safety guidelines

Winter sports report  



  • 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. 

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Winter hiking circuit Bettmeralp – Lischa
3992 Bettmeralp