From Hotel Aletsch on Bettmeralp, walk eastwards through the village into the forest "Baschweri." Follow the wide forest path with only a slight incline through the only wooded section of the trail. Back in open terrain, leave the forest road, follow the trail towards Laxeralp (2,010 m above sea level) and reach the Laggerstafelsee. There is also a small chapel here. Continue running to Fiescheralp. Here begins the ascent to the highest point of the trail (2,333 m above sea level): On the approximately 7 km long section, you run below the Bettmerhorn, past the Schönbodensee and back towards the west. At the highest point, a somewhat steeper descent awaits you at first, then it flattens out again. You pass the Blausee and continue to the Bettmersee. Enjoy the view of the two mountain lakes and the Matterhorn, which you can clearly see in good visibility. From Bettmersee, it is only a few more altitude meters down to Bettmeralp.
- medium
- 16,80 km
- 3 hours 20 minutes
- 665 m
- 665 m
- start: Bettmeralp, Hotel Aletsch
- destination: Bettmeralp, Hotel Aletsch
Best Season
Good to know
- Stop at an Inn
- Loop Road
Bettmeralp, Hotel Aletsch
Bettmeralp, Hotel Aletsch
Bettmeralp - Laggerstafelsee - Fiescheralp - Martisbergersee - Blausee - Bettmersee - Bettmeralp
Use of hiking trails and information on this website is at your own risk. Conditions on site may cause changes to the route. Aletsch Arena AG accepts no responsibility for the accuracy and completeness of the information on this website.
- Carry a map with you. Download the complete description of the route with a large-scale map by clicking "Print" at the top right of the page.
- Use only marked trails and observe all signs and instructions—for your own safety, to protect grazing animals and out of respect for wildlife.
- Close gates after passing through.
- Behave considerately towards other trail users, plants, and animals.
- Carry additional sun protection. UV rays at high altitudes can be very strong, even in cloudy weather.
- Plan your route carefully: take into account the required fitness level of all participants, weather forecasts, and seasonal dependencies.
- Weather conditions in the mountains can change very quickly and without warning. Appropriate clothing and sufficient provisions (food and drink) are very important. Turn back early in case of unstable weather.
- Inform your family about your hiking route. If possible, avoid being alone on the trail.
We recommend:
- Light running backpack (approx. 5 to 10 liters) with rain cover
- Trailrunning shoes
- Weather-appropriate and breathable clothing in a layered system
- Trailrunning poles (optional)
- Sun and rain protection
- Provisions and drinking water
- First aid kit
- Pocket knife
- Mobile phone
- Map material
Get the Aletsch Explorer Pass! With the combined mountain railway and train ticket, you can travel without restrictions in the Aletsch Arena!
Via cantonal road 19 to the Betten valley station exit. Take the aerial cableway Bettmeralp (Aletsch Bahnen AG) up to Bettmeralp.
Large, fee-based parking lot/parking garage at the valley station of the aerial cableway Bettmeralp (Aletsch Bahnen AG).
By train from Brig or Oberwald to Betten valley station. Take the aerial cableway Bettmeralp (Aletsch Bahnen AG) up to Bettmeralp.
You can get a free panoramic map at the mountain railways and info centers of the Aletsch Arena.
SwissTopo maps: 1:25,000: 1269 Aletsch Glacier
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