Relaxed or more challenging: these winter hikes are all reachable from Visp 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 Visp 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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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.
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50 m
50 m
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| R41 (9m) | |
| 552 (24m) | |
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 30m
Landscape: Onto an alp, With panoramic viewsTour published by:
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| R41 (9m) | |
| 552 (25m) | |
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 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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| R91 (5m) | |
| 2253 (8m) | |
| 2254 (12m) | |
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 km480 m180 m3h 25mTour published by:
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| EC (8m) | |
| R42 (8m) | |
| A1-2 (14m) | |
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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| R43 (25m) | |
| A3 (10m) | |
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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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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| R43 (30m) | |
| H3 (7m) | |
A pleasant walk through the snow-bedecked larch forest between Saas-Fee and Saas-Almagell. The downhill gradient is almost always gentle, taking you past the Bodmen Forest House with its petting zoo. Ideal for families!
6 km160 m160 m2h 0mTour published by:
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| R41 (9m) | |
| 511 (28m) | |
| 643 (7m) | |
After reaching Cry d’Er by cable car, this downhill hike takes you to the centre of Crans. The highlights of this hike are undeniably the omnipresent fantastic view and the sunny terraces along the way.
7 km820 m30 m3h 35mTour published by:
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| IR90 (15m) | |
| 2225 (13m) | |
| 431 (6m) | |
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