Flowtrail Wurzenbord

Tip
2.99 km long
Difficulty: easy
Great panorama
Mountain bike tour
  • 0:30 h
  • 2.99 km
  • 3 m
  • 260 m
  • 1,980 m
  • 2,221 m
  • 241 m
  • Start: Bettmeralp, Wurzenbord chairlift
  • Destination: Bettmeralp, Wurzenbord chairlift

The Wurzenbord chairlift from Bettmeralp takes you up to the start of the Flowtrail (2215 m a.s.l.). The trail fits perfectly into the varied terrain and is suitable for beginners and mountain bike pros alike. You'll find a great mix of corners, rollers and jumps – ideal for improving your bike technique or enjoying a fast descent. While descending back to Bettmeralp, you pass through various alpine zones and have fantastic views of the Valais mountain panorama. The trail ends at the Wurzenbord cable car station, which brings you back to the starting point within minutes.

Status
You can check the status report anytime to see if the Flowtrail is open.

Aletsch Arena AG
Aletsch Arena AG

Good to know

Directions

Bettmeralp, Wurzenbord chairlift - Wurzenbord (2215 m a.s.l.) - Bettmeralp, Wurzenbord chairlift

Safety guidelines

Use only marked bike paths and roads and follow the signs. Please close gates and pasture fences behind you. Be considerate towards hikers as well as plants and animals. Hikers always have right of way. Accurately assess your abilities and condition. Riding the various routes is fundamentally at your own risk.

Best to visit

suitable
Depends on weather

Pavements

Trail
Path

Equipment

Basic equipment for mountain biking

  • Bicycle helmet (possibly enduro or full-face helmet)
  • Bike gloves, elbow and knee protectors (possibly back and shin protectors)
  • Sturdy, comfortable and preferably waterproof footwear (possibly mountain bike shoes with ankle protection)
  • Clothing in layers with moisture transport
  • Backpack (with rain cover)
  • Sun, rain and wind protection (hat, sunscreen, waterproof and windproof jacket)
  • Sunglasses
  • Mobile phone
  • First aid kit
  • Pocket knife
  • Cash
  • Navigation device / map and compass
  • Sufficient provisions and drinking water

Technical equipment

  • Air or CO2 pump with cartridges
  • Tire repair kit
  • Spare bicycle tube
  • Chain rivet tool
  • Allen keys
  • Handlebar mount for mobile phone/navigation
  • Bicycle lock

Where applicable, roadworthy (e-)mountain bike with plenty of suspension, bell, front and rear light, and spoke reflectors.

The lists for "basic equipment" and "technical equipment" do not claim to be complete and are only suggestions for what you should pack.

For your safety, you should carefully read all instructions for the proper use and maintenance of your equipment.

Please make sure your equipment complies with local laws and contains no prohibited items.

Directions & Parking facilities

Via the cantonal road 19 to the exit Bettmeralp valley station. Then take the Bettmeralp cable car (Aletsch Bahnen AG) up to Bettmeralp.

Large paid parking lot/parking garage at the valley station of the Bettmeralp cable car (Aletsch Bahnen AG).

By train from Brig or Oberwald to Bettmeralp valley station. Then take the Bettmeralp cable car (Aletsch Bahnen AG) up to Bettmeralp.

Additional information

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

Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author

Bike up to Wurzenbord! Or plan the Flowtrail firmly as part of a bike route. This makes your trail experience more challenging.

Map

Location and Contact

Flowtrail Wurzenbord
3992 Bettmeralp