shining eyes
The Aletsch Arena in the midst of the fantastic Valais mountain scenery is the perfect place for family holidays in Switzerland. In winter, children whizz down the beginner's slopes of this beautiful ski area, while in summer they join their parents on a hike on one of the hiking or theme trails designed especially for families. And that is by no means all. In the Aletsch Arena, there is much more waiting for you and your family.
Bright eyes for children are guaranteed!
The three villages of Riederalp, Bettmeralp and Fiesch have been awarded prizes. For years now, they have been allowed to adorn themselves with the "Family Destination" label of the Swiss Tourism Association. It is awarded to holiday resorts and holiday destinations in Switzerland that tailor their offers specifically to the needs and wishes of children and their accompanying persons.
Why is the Aletsch Arena with its holiday resorts Riederalp, Bettmeralp, Mörel-Filet, Lax, Fiescheralp, Fiesch and Fieschertal so perfect for adventurous family holidays? Quite simply - for example, because of the huge range of offers for children. Another plus point: Riederalp, Bettmeralp and Fiescheralp are car-free. So the villages become a playground for the children. In addition, some of the 300 kilometres of hiking trails in the Aletsch Arena are suitable for prams. In winter, you and your family are hardly ever out of bed, almost immediately on the slopes. That's because it's right on your doorstep or right outside your front door.
As you can see, the Aletsch Arena has created ideal conditions in terms of infrastructure, experiences, services and facilities for unforgettable and varied family holidays in Switzerland.
The Aletsch Arena welcomes you and your whole family to the Valais holiday paradise. The following experiences await you
ideal family skiing area thanks to beginners' slopes
Ski schools
Children's animations
Pumptracks
Minigolf courses
Swimming lakes
Gletschi
Blue skin, bright red shoes and a Swiss cross on his likewise red nose: Gletschi is the name of the glacier flea, and he is the mascot of the Aletsch Arena. Gletschi accompanies the children during their unforgettable family holidays in the Aletsch Arena.
Aletsch Arena
The family ski area of the Aletsch Arena is the place for lasting memories. Be it the first careful metres on skis, building a snowman or a snowball fight. Thanks to its altitude, the Aletsch Arena is snow-sure and therefore the perfect place for a skiing holiday in Switzerland.
Aletsch Arena
See the impressive Great Aletsch Glacier with your own eyes, even touch it on an exciting glacier tour, learn something new on one of the theme trails or roast a fine sausage with family and friends at one of the many fireplaces: summer holidays in the Aletsch Arena are packed with experiences and adventure
Clean & Safe
In the Aletsch Arena, all the necessary precautions are taken to implement the requirements of the authorities for the safety of guests, employees and residents. This is to protect against infection with the coronavirus.
Families can find helpful tips, answers to all sorts of questions and more in the Aletsch Arena's family facebook group. Residents of the region, regular guests and the Aletsch Arena team are there to help you and your family.
to the Facebook group
Children and families are also welcome in the Aletsch Arena in the hotels, holiday flats, restaurants etc. The offers of many child- and family-friendly establishments meet the quality criteria of the "Family Destination" seal of approval.
book family-friendly accommodation
Forgot the runners for the pram or the back carrier? No problem: You can conveniently rent children's items at the Riederalp and Bettmeralp information centres - some of them even free of charge.
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