Relaxed or more challenging: these winter hikes are all reachable from Brig by public transport. From easy panoramic walks to longer alpine routes, there’s something for every level of winter hiker.
The destinations below are sorted by travel time from Brig to make planning easier. Be sure to check the map to explore all winter hikes and thousands of other outdoor activities reachable from any starting point in Switzerland.
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This is a classic route and very popular for good reason: The views of the 4000-meter peaks of the Valais along the way are without parallel. The path leads from Bettmeralp via Wurzenbord up to Bättmer-Hitta. A walk through the winter wonderland takes you to Fiescheralp.
9 km
480 m
180 m
3h 25mTour published by:
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Relaxing winter hike with a view – there are no challenging ascents to overcome on this tour. Nevertheless, it offers magnificent views across the sunny plateau and the Valais mountains, including the Matterhorn.
6 km220 m240 m2h 0mTour published by:
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The fabulous view of the Aletsch Glacier is just one of the reasons for choosing this popular route. It follows Härdernagrat with constant views of the fascinating Alpine landscape of the UNESCO world heritage site. The Victorian-style Villa Cassel, located on the way to Riederalp, is another amazing sight.
5 km90 m500 m1h 55mTour published by:
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| Brig Bahnhofplatz (08:48) | |
| R42 (8m) | |
| Mörel (08:56) |
| Mörel (Riederalpbahn) (09:03) | |
| A3 (12m) | |
| Riederalp Mitte (09:15) |
The perfectly groomed winter hiking trail leads from Brandalp above Unterbäch all the way to Striigge near Eischoll – an easy walk with fantastic views of the peaks in the Rhone Valley.
6 km220 m260 m2h 5mTour published by:
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| Brig (08:38) | |
| R91 (12m) | |
| Raron (08:50) |
| Raron (Talstation Unterbäch) (08:56) | |
| 2253 (8m) | |
| Unterbäch (Bergstation) (09:04) |
| Unterbäch (Talstation Brand) (09:14) | |
| 2254 (12m) | |
| Brand (Unterbäch) (09:26) |
This hike is perfect for fans of winter forest hikes. The view of Fiesch can be enjoyed at every stage of the walk. From the Aletsch Zoo, the two-hour winter hike leads through the alder forest on a slight hill parallel to the Wysswasser glacier creek to Fieschertal.
6 km150 m150 m1h 50mTour published by:
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| Brig Bahnhofplatz (08:48) | |
| R42 (34m) | |
| Fiesch (09:22) |
Feel like a short, easy hike on a sunny plateau? If so, this circuit is made for you. The path leads from the mountain station of the cable car Bettmeralp towards Ried, through the Baderwald and along the forest promenade back to Bettmeralp.
5 km180 m180 m1h 50mTour published by:
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| Brig Bahnhofplatz (08:48) | |
| R42 (15m) | |
| Bettmeralp Talstation (09:03) |
| Bettmeralp Talstation (Seilb.) (09:20) | |
| H3 (7m) | |
| Bettmeralp (09:27) |
A fairytale like winter wonderland, combined with a thick layer of ice and steep rock faces. Winterhiking at the Oeschinensee impresses with all elements that winter offers.
4 km140 m140 m1h 20m
Landscape: With panoramic views,Along the water
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| Brig (08:36) | |
| RE1 (37m) | |
| Kandersteg (09:13) |
| Kandersteg, Bahnhof (09:19) | |
| 242 (6m) | |
| Kandersteg, Talstat. Oeschinen (09:25) |
| Kandersteg (Talst. Oeschinen) (09:27) | |
| 2410 (10m) | |
| Oeschinen (Bergstation) (09:37) |
This winter hiking trail takes you to the most scenic lookout points around Aeschi. Several benches invite you to linger and admire the views. The ever-changing views of the Frutigtal valley, Mount Niesen, Lake Thun and the peaks above the fog line are without equal.
6 km200 m200 m2h 10mLandscape: With panoramic views,Through a Swiss Park
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| Brig (08:45) | |
| IC8 (36m) | |
| Spiez (09:21) |
| Spiez, Bahnhof (09:38) | |
| 62 (9m) | |
| Aeschi b. Spiez, Post (09:47) |
The winter hiking trail is no longer in use and is not signposted. Plenty of sunshine and spectacular views of the Mattertal Valley and the surrounding four-thousand-metre peaks – this winter hike starts from Grächen and continues on a tarmac road past Hannigalp valley station and the chapel in Egga. In the forest, the route flattens out until the end destination of Bärgji-Alp.
3 km50 m50 m50mTour published by:
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| Brig (08:38) | |
| R91 (6m) | |
| Visp (08:44) |
| Visp, Bahnhof Süd (09:10) | |
| 552 (35m) | |
| Grächen, Schmidji (09:45) |
This family-friendly winter hike not only has magnificent views of the Matterhorn and other four-thousand-metre peaks, but also has a lot to offer culturally and historically. The trail leads along the edge of the forest and historic bisses to Alpe Äbnet. The Egga chapel offers insights into the village’s history.
4 km160 m160 m1h 30mLandscape: With panoramic views,Onto an alp
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| Brig (08:38) | |
| R91 (6m) | |
| Visp (08:44) |
| Visp, Bahnhof Süd (09:10) | |
| 552 (36m) | |
| Grächen, Matten (09:46) |
