View of the Aletsch Glacier – View of the Aletsch Glacier loop from Östlich Raron

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View of the Aletsch Glacier – View of the Aletsch Glacier loop from Östlich Raron

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View of the Aletsch Glacier – View of the Aletsch Glacier loop from Östlich Raron

04:24

10.3km

680m

Hiking

Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

Last updated: August 12, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment that may be dangerous

A part of this route comprises technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.

After 5.58 km for 62 m

Waypoints

Start point

Hostel

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608 m

View of the Maria zum Schnee Chapel, Bettmeralp

Highlight • Religious Site

A nice place to linger and stop for a break.

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1.18 km

Bettmersee

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In a small "side lake" there is a paddling area for children, and there is a bathing jetty for swimmers. There is a beach volleyball court right next door.

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3.23 km

Descent to Bettmeralp

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If you miss the last train or just want to extend the tour - the steep descent to Bettmeralp is definitely worth the effort! The gondola takes you down faster, …

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4.79 km

Viewpoint

5.24 km

Hohbalm Pass (2,490 m)

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Crossroads with a wonderful view. Paths lead from here to the Bettmeralp, the Bettmerhorn, the Aletsch Glacier and the Mossfluh.

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5.67 km

View of the Aletsch Glacier

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The Aletsch Glacier is the longest glacier in the Alps and this one is also melting massively.

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6.60 km

View of the Aletsch Glacier

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Impressive view of the Aletsch Glacier, the longest and largest glacier in terms of area, which is around 22 km long and located in the Swiss canton of Valais. It …

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7.02 km

View of Bettmersee

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Great lake for swimming!

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8.56 km

Boat house on Lake Bettmer

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You can rent pedal boats and SUP boards. There is also delicious food.

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10.3 km

End point

Hostel

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.37 km

1.45 km

1.14 km

765 m

548 m

Surfaces

4.36 km

2.55 km

1.75 km

631 m

567 m

333 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Wednesday 7 October

7°C

4°C

99 %

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Max wind speed: 8.0 km/h

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Comments

June 26, 2022,Vom Bettmerhorn zur Bettmeralp

Train from Brig to Betten (valley station), cable car to Bettmeralp, walk through the village (15 minutes), cable car to Bettmerhorn
Panoramic trail with a great view of the Aletsch Glacier. However, we were a bit unlucky and the cold wind bothered us. The path is very demanding and should not be underestimated, even if it goes downhill. Still highly …

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