Rittmal bisse

Above Saas-Balen, the Rittmal bisse winds its way discreetly from the Fellbach to the meadows of Rittmal. From the village, take the path towards Rittmal/Tewaldji until reaching a junction above the Rittmal house. This is where the Rittmal bisse trail, known as the ‘Wasserleitu’, begins. Following the gentle murmur of the water, the trail crosses a sparse forest to the north. A clearing reveals a rocky promontory with a breathtaking view towards the Mittaghorn and Allalin to the south-west. After a few minutes' walk, the meadows and chalets of the Unneri Brend mountain pasture come into view through the trees. Shortly after crossing the Fellbach, the path begins its final ascent. From here, the view opens up to the village of Saas-Balen, nestled in the valley. From Lengflüe, the highest point of the hike, descend via the road and path that pass through Matt and Grundbiele towards Saas-Balen. The hike finishes on a high note with the impressive waterfall at the end.