Day 1: 1. Tag Brig - Blatten bei Naters
- 2:25 h
- 5.63 km
- 661 m
- 672 m
- 1,333 m
- Difficulty: medium
- Start: Brig
- Destination: Blatten
Your tour begins in Brig in the Upper Valais. From here, the first stage takes you on foot via Naters up to Blatten near Naters. Along the way, you’ll leave the valley floor behind and gradually gain elevation. The route passes through the town of Naters and continues toward Blatten. Along the way, you’ll enjoy frequent views of the Rhône Valley and the surrounding mountain landscape.
This first section is a great way to kick off your multi-day hike. If you’d like to save your energy for the upcoming stages or arrive in Brig later, you can alternatively take the PostBus from Brig to Blatten bei Naters.
Good to know
Safety guidelines
- Use of the hiking trails is at your own risk. Local conditions may necessitate changes to the route. Aletsch Arena AG assumes no responsibility for the accuracy or completeness of the information on this website.
- Carry a map with you. Download the complete description of the hiking trail along with a large-scale map by clicking “Print” in the upper right corner of the page.
- Use only marked hiking trails and follow all trail signs and instructions.
- Close gates behind you after passing through.
- Be considerate of other trail users, plants, and animals.
Best to visit
- suitableDepends on weather
Pavements
- Street (10%)Asphalt (16%)Trail (74%)
Equipment
- We recommend:
- Sturdy shoes
- Clothing appropriate for the weather
- Rain gear
- Headwear
- Sunscreen
- Water bottle
- Picnic lunch
- Camera
- Binoculars
- Hiking poles
- Printed copy of the route description
Directions & Parking facilities
- Getting thereTake the A9 highway to Brig, then follow the signs toward the city center or the train stationParkingPaid parking is available in the Altstadt and Bahnhof parking garages in Brig.Public transportationTake the train to Brig Station. Local buses and Postbuses are available for onward travel to the surrounding towns and villages.