Discover a winter wonderland on these snowshoe hikes, all easily reachable from Evolène by public transport. Snow-covered forests, wide alpine plateaus, and scenic routes offer memorable experiences in the heart of the Alps.
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This snowshoe route is ideal for those in search of wild nature, tranquillity and rejuvenation. Throughout the route there are panoramic views of the Rhône Valley and the chain of 4000m-high mountains known as the «Imperial Crown».
8 km
400 m
400 m
3h 45m
Landscape: Through a Swiss Park, With panoramic viewsTour published by:
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| 381 (42m) | |
| R91 (11m) | |
| 2225 (13m) | |
| 431 (8m) | |
In 1957 the female citizens of Unterbäch were the first women in Switzerland to obtain the right to vote – 14 years before it was adopted nationwide. The Frauenzitate-Trail (Trail of Women’s Quotes) is dedicated to these courageous women. On the snowshoe tour from Brandalp to Unterbäch you will find a variety of quotes from world-famous women.
4 km90 m440 m1h 50mTour published by:
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| 381 (42m) | |
| R91 (29m) | |
| 2253 (8m) | |
A fantastic snowshoe trail starting in Bouquetins, accessible from Villars via cogwheel railway. Along the way: many stretches of forest, the Maison de Montagne de Bretaye founded by General Guisan, and a unique backdrop with Mont Blanc and the Vaud Alps.
5 km120 m540 m2h 20mTour published by:
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| 381 (42m) | |
| IR95 (32m) | |
| 144 (26m) | |
| 163 (1m) | |
Explore the forests above Grimentz on snowshoes. While the ascent affords views of St-Luc and Chandolin, the return journey promises an even more spectacular Alpine panorama with the Valais's 4,000-metre peaks as a backdrop.
9 km560 m560 m4h 50mLandscape: Onto an alp, With panoramic viewsTour published by:
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| 381 (42m) | |
| R91 (11m) | |
| 451 (33m) | |
| 452 (15m) | |
The trail is not signposted. On the Heimischgarte Trail the Saas Valley shows its quiet side. The delightful snowshoe hike above Saas-Balen leads through the snow-covered “Löübinobodme” natural forest reserve with views of the breathtaking mountains and the glacier landscape.
9 km640 m580 m4h 50mTour published by:
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| 381 (42m) | |
| R91 (34m) | |
| 511 (29m) | |
A great combination of easy but still very scenic snow shoe tour is waiting for you. After a the hike to the viewpoint on the top of «Höh», snow shoe hikers will be rewarded with the most beautiful panorama of Kandersteg and the mountain range of the UNESCO World heritage site.
2 km160 m160 m1h 15mTour published by:
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| 381 (42m) | |
| R91 (44m) | |
| RE1 (37m) | |
After the start at La Comballaz, the route winds uphill through the lovely forest to Oudiou. Once at the top, the pleasant snowshoe round tour rewards the hikers with magnificent long-distance views towards the Mont Blanc and across to the nearby Ormonts valley.
6 km380 m380 m3h 0mLandscape: Onto a mountain peak, With panoramic viewsTour published by:
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| 381 (42m) | |
| IR95 (32m) | |
| R71 (28m) | |
| 175 (11m) | |
Running either side of the railway, with views over the hamlet of Allières and the mountain pastures of Le Revers, this is a pleasant route in the pure air.
3 km160 m160 m1h 35mTour published by:
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| 381 (42m) | |
| IR95 (43m) | |
| 30 (31m) | |
A winter wonderland in Rothwald – this trail leads through larches up to the Mäderlicka restaurant with views as far as Italy before descending into the Durstbachschlucht gorge. Before starting the journey back, you can make a stop on Wasenalp and enjoy views of the surrounding mountains and the Rhône Valley.
6 km520 m560 m4h 0mTour published by:
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| 381 (42m) | |
| R91 (44m) | |
| 631 (25m) | |
Past the highest football pitch in Europe and then onto winding paths leading higher and higher – after hiking through the snow-covered larch forest, snowshoe hikers will reach the top of the route with wonderful views of the Bietschhorn, Aletschhorn and Finsteraarhorn.
4 km220 m220 m2h 0mTour published by:
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| 381 (42m) | |
| R91 (34m) | |
| R42 (12m) | |
| 2270 (7m) | |
| 2271 (6m) | |
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