Circular hike at the Wysswasser from Fiesch to Fieschertal and back

Tip
5.53 km long
Difficulty: easy
Condition: very easy
Hike
  • 1:40 h
  • 5.53 km
  • 60 m
  • 60 m
  • 1,051 m
  • 1,110 m
  • 59 m
  • Start: Fiesch, parking lot Fiesch Eggishorn cable cars
  • Destination: Fieschertal, bus stop

The starting point is the parking lot of the Fiesch-Eggishorn cable car. On the outbound journey, take the wheelchair path to Fieschertal. The wide, gently ascending path leads along the west side of the glacier stream Wysswasser to the village square of Fieschertal. Along the way, you pass the viaduct of the Matterhorn Gotthard railway, the children's ski lift Blätz, and the large children's playground Fieschertal. On the barrier-free path, wheelchair users or people with mobility impairments also have the opportunity to enjoy the landscape. The return route runs on the other side of the river via the Bregeraweg. Passing the hamlet of Wichel and over Hämischbode, you hike back to Fiesch. The path leads through a wonderfully shady forest, on the last stage it runs parallel to the Wysswasser. On this section, a short, easy ascent must be mastered before you reach the old valley station of the Fiesch-Eggishorn cable cars. Alternatively, you can take the postbus back to Fiesch from Fieschertal.

Aletsch Arena AG
Aletsch Arena AG

Good to know

Directions

Fiesch – Fieschertal – Fiesch

Safety guidelines

Summer sports report

The use of hiking trails and information on this website is at your own risk. On-site conditions may cause changes to the route. Aletsch Arena AG assumes no responsibility for the accuracy and completeness of the information on this website.   

  • Carry a map with you. Download the complete description of the hiking trail with a large-scale map by clicking «Print» at the top right of the page.
  • Use only marked hiking trails and observe all signposts and instructions - for your own safety, for the protection of grazing animals, and out of respect for wildlife.
  • Close gates after passing through them.
  • Be considerate of other trail users, plants, and animals.  

Tour information

  • Barrier-Free

  • Familiy-Friendly

  • Stop at an Inn

  • Suitable for Pushchair

Best to visit

suitable
Depends on weather

Pavements

Unknown
Street
Trail

Equipment

We recommend:

  • Good footwear
  • Weather-dependent clothing: always carry a waterproof vest
  • Headgear
  • Sun protection
  • Water bottle
  • Picnic
  • Camera
  • Binoculars (optional)
  • Hiking poles (optional)
  • Printout of the hiking trail (click «Print» to download) 

Directions & Parking facilities

Follow the cantonal road 19 to the Fiesch exit, then follow the Furka road to the parking options.
Large paid parking lot at the valley station of the Fiesch-Eggishorn cable car (Aletsch Bahnen AG).
By train from Brig or Oberwald to Fiesch, then continue on foot to the start of the route at the parking lot of the Fiesch-Eggishorn cable car.

Additional information

Aletsch Arena AG
Furkastrasse 39
CH-3983 Mörel-Filet
+41 27 928 58 58
info@aletscharena.ch
www.aletscharena.ch

Literature

At the mountain railways and information centers of the Aletsch Arena, you will receive a free panorama map.  

Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author

The perfect rest spot for young and old: In Fieschertal there is a great playground with a barbecue area. Ideal for hiking with the family!

Map

SwissTopo maps: 1:25’000: 1269 Aletsch Glacier

Location and Contact

Circular hike at the Wysswasser from Fiesch to Fieschertal and back
3984 Fiesch