The climate is changing, the glacier is melting - and this is leaving its mark on a place that has been changing again and again for thousands of years. What does the landscape tell us about the past and future of the Great Aletsch Glacier?
From the Moosfluh, we look out over an impressive mountain world and immerse ourselves in the history of the Great Aletsch Glacier. Following its tracks, we descend to the Chatzulechern, where we suddenly find ourselves in a fascinating habitat. Only ice-free for a few decades, we are given an exciting glimpse into the future. How will the climate develop? And what effect will this have on the landscape? In the Aletsch Forest, we discover how the glacier is present even where it has been gone for thousands of years.
Leader:
Fabian Pfister, M.Sc. in atmospheric and climate sciences, geography teacher
09.15 | Meeting point at the Moosfluh mountain station
16.00 | End in front of the Villa Cassel
Route:
Moosfluh - Biel - Chatzulecher - Moränenweg - Villa Cassel
approx. 2h 30min pure walking time ; approx. 550m descent & - 300m ascent
From the Moosfluh, we look out over an impressive mountain world and immerse ourselves in the history of the Great Aletsch Glacier. Following its tracks, we descend to the Chatzulechern, where we suddenly find ourselves in a fascinating habitat. Only ice-free for a few decades, we are given an exciting glimpse into the future. How will the climate develop? And what effect will this have on the landscape? In the Aletsch Forest, we discover how the glacier is present even where it has been gone for thousands of years.
Leader:
Fabian Pfister, M.Sc. in atmospheric and climate sciences, geography teacher
Program
Saturday, July 11, 202609.15 | Meeting point at the Moosfluh mountain station
16.00 | End in front of the Villa Cassel
Route:
Moosfluh - Biel - Chatzulecher - Moränenweg - Villa Cassel
approx. 2h 30min pure walking time ; approx. 550m descent & - 300m ascent
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Take with you: Clothing suitable for the weather, picnic, at least 1 liter drink, good shoes
Price info
Price adult: CHF 45.00
Cost
Adults: CHF 45.-
The ticket for the ascent is not included in the excursion costs.
Adults: CHF 45.-
The ticket for the ascent is not included in the excursion costs.
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