Start at the Riederalp Mitte cable car station, from where you ride over the Aletschpromenade to Bettmeralp. The route is relatively flat here but changes quickly. The section from Bettmeralp to Wurzenbord is already sweat-inducing. Alternatively, take the Wurzenbord chairlift up. Relatively flat, continue on the Herrenweg to Fiescheralp, then up to the Tälligrattunnel (Obers Tälli). Be sure to enjoy the view of the Fiesch Glacier here. After passing through the tunnel, you reach Märjela. Tip: Walk down to the glacier edge and admire the Great Aletsch Glacier. You can rest at the Gletscherstube and recharge for the return trip. From Märjela, you can either return the same way to Fiescheralp or choose the challenging trail over Unners Tälli, provided you are experienced bikers. From the Bergfreund restaurant on Fiescheralp, turn right towards Schönbiel. Upon reaching the Bättmerhitta restaurant, follow the Herrenweg for a short section before turning right again onto a trail to the idyllic Bettmersee. The last stage takes you over Gopplerlücke and Golmenegg back to the Riederalp Mitte cable car station.
- difficult
- 27,49 km
- 3 hours 45 minutes
- 793 m
- 788 m
- start: Riederalp, Riederalp Mitte cable car station
- destination: Riederalp, Riederalp Mitte cable car station
Best Season
Good to know
- Stop at an Inn
Riederalp, Riederalp Mitte cable car station
Riederalp, Riederalp Mitte cable car station
From Bettmeralp, follow the signs to Bettmersee. Then it goes uphill towards Restaurant Wallisertube and further to Fiescheralp. The path changes from asphalt to natural ground. A climb of 150 meters in altitude leads to Restaurant Bättmerhitta. Afterwards, it is 2 km on the Herrenweg to the Fiescheralp mountain station. From there, a wider path leads to the Gletscherstube. Shortly before, you pass through a 2 km long dark tunnel with occasional dripping water. After the Gletscherstube, a narrow, partly rocky hiking trail returns to Fiescheralp – suitable only for experienced bikers. Less experienced should return through the tunnel. At Fiescheralp, head towards Bettmeralp, right along the mountain to Bettmersee. The route leads over the Schneebodu reservoir and along a narrow hiking path back to Riederalp.
Use only the marked bike paths and roads and follow the signage. Please close gates and livestock fences behind you. Be considerate of hikers as well as plants and animals. Hikers have the right of way. Assess your own abilities and condition well. Riding the various routes is fundamentally at your own risk.
Basic equipment for mountain biking
- Bicycle helmet (possibly enduro or full-face helmet)
- Bike gloves, elbow and knee protectors (possibly back and shin protectors)
- Sturdy, comfortable and preferably waterproof footwear (possibly mountain bike shoes with ankle protection)
- Clothing in a multi-layer principle with moisture transport
- 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
- Tire repair kit
- Spare bike tube
- Chain tool
- Allen keys
- Handlebar mount for mobile phone / navigation
- Bike lock
Where applicable, roadworthy (e-)mountain bike with plenty of suspension travel, bell, front and rear lights, and spoke reflectors.
The lists for "basic equipment" and "technical equipment" do not claim to be complete and serve only as suggestions for what you should pack.
For your safety, carefully read all instructions for proper use and maintenance of your equipment.
Please ensure that your equipment complies with local laws and contains no prohibited items.
On the way back, integrate the Flowtrail Wurzenbord into the route and crown your bike day with a flow experience.
Via the cantonal road 19 to the Mörel-Filet exit, then on to the signposted parking options. Take the Riederalp cable car, Aletsch Bahnen AG, up to Riederalp.
Limited number of paid parking spaces at Mörel-Filet train station. Other parking options are signposted.
Large, paid parking garages at the entrance to Mörel-Filet and in the village center.
Accessible by train and bus
By train from Brig or Oberwald to Mörel-Filet, then on foot to the Riederalp cable car, Aletsch Bahnen AG. Take this up to Riederalp.
Bike map Aletsch - Goms