Start at Hotel Aletsch on Bettmeralp and run eastward. Before the forest edge turn right to avoid the busier hiking trails. The trail now leads 5.6 km through a wooded area to Fiescheralp. From there, you run on a wide natural road with a slight but constant ascent to Märjela, where you can enjoy the view of the Märjelen Lake and the Great Aletsch Glacier. The next section leads below Bettmerhorn and Hohbalm to Biel. The route is partly technically demanding, with constant glacier views but also incredibly beautiful! Tip: Take time repeatedly to enjoy the impressive panorama. Upon arrival at Biel, you run past Blausee and Bettmersee back to Bettmeralp. Be sure to enjoy the views of the Matterhorn and the impressive Valais mountain world on the other side of the valley here.
- difficult
- 23,23 km
- 4 hours 40 minutes
- 914 m
- 914 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 - Fiescheralp - Märjela - Hohbalm - Bettmeralp (23.1 km, 860 meters elevation gain)
Use of the trail running paths and information on this website is at your own risk. Local conditions may possibly cause changes in the route. Aletsch Arena AG assumes 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 paths and follow all signs and instructions—for your own safety, to protect grazing animals, and out of respect for wildlife.
- Close gates after passing through.
- Be considerate of other path users, plants, and animals.
- Carry additional sun protection. UV rays at altitude can be very strong, even in cloudy weather.
- Plan your route carefully: consider 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. In uncertain weather, it is better to turn back early.
- Inform your family about your hiking route. If possible, avoid being alone on the trail.
We recommend:
- Light running backpack (about 5 to 10 liters) with rain cover
- Trail running shoes
- Weather-appropriate and breathable layered clothing
- Trail running poles (optional)
- Sun and rain protection
- Snacks and drinking water
- First aid kit
- Pocket knife
- Mobile phone
- Maps
Get the Aletsch Explorer Pass! With the combined mountain railway and train ticket, you are fully mobile in the Aletsch Arena!
Take the cantonal road 19 to the Betten valley station exit. Take the aerial cable car Bettmeralp (Aletsch Bahnen AG) up to Bettmeralp.
Large paid parking/parking garage at the valley station of the Bettmeralp aerial cable car (Aletsch Bahnen AG).
Take the train from Brig or Oberwald to Betten valley station. Take the aerial cable car Bettmeralp (Aletsch Bahnen AG) up to Bettmeralp.
At the mountain railways and info centers of the Aletsch Arena you can get a free panorama map.
SwissTopo national maps: 1:25,000: 1269 Aletsch Glacier
Aletsch Arena AG
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