--- title: "Winter hike from Bettmeralp to Ried and back to Bettmeralp" url: "https://www.aletscharena.ch/en/planning-booking/tour/winter-hike-from-bettmeralp-to-ried-and-back-to-bettmeralp" description: "The starting point of the winter hike is the mountain station of the Bettmeralp aerial cableway. From there you initially hike through the lower part of the village Bettmeralp to the east. Past the Alpmatten ski lift, continue towards Ried until you reach a statue of the Virgin Mary by the wayside. About 100 meters later, a path branches off to the left, which you follow. The route leads through the Baderwald forest, first gently, then moderately uphill to Baschweri. Once there, you reach the forest promenade. On this, you hike back westwards to Bettmeralp. The route consists of several sections. Please check the winter sports report for the status open/closed." language: "en" type: "SportsActivityLocation" image: "https://dam.destination.one/2805958/ddbe0649034d2607cd1132990fff68c0b067f31fc0b16127d171884bc9bb1988/.jpg" breadcrumb: "Root > Aletsch Arena > Special > Destination.Data Details > Tour" --- GPX Share Winter hike from Bettmeralp to Ried and back to Bettmeralp ========================================================== - 4.40 km long - Round trip - Difficulty: easy - Condition: very easy - Winter hiking - 1:30 h - 4.40 km - 156 m - 155 m - 1,826 m - 1,970 m - Difficulty: easy - - Start: Bettmeralp, mountain station aerial cableway - Destination: Bettmeralp, mountain station aerial cableway The starting point of the winter hike is the mountain station of the Bettmeralp aerial cableway. From there you initially hike through the lower part of the village Bettmeralp to the east. Past the Alpmatten ski lift, continue towards Ried until you reach a statue of the Virgin Mary by the wayside. About 100 meters later, a path branches off to the left, which you follow. The route leads through the Baderwald forest, first gently, then moderately uphill to Baschweri. Once there, you reach the forest promenade. On this, you hike back westwards to Bettmeralp. The route consists of several sections. Please check the winter sports report for the status open/closed. Read more Good to know ------------ Directions Mountain station aerial cableway Bettmeralp – Ried – Baschweri – Village Bettmeralp – Mountain station aerial cableway Bettmeralp Read more Safety guidelines - Carefully plan every mountain tour and adapt it to your own condition as well as the weather and the season. - The weather can change quickly in the mountains. Therefore, take suitable clothing and enough provisions and water. Turn back early if the weather is uncertain. - Inform a third party about the route and if possible, never go alone. - Do not leave marked trails and do not go on glaciers without a mountain guide. - Walking on ski slopes is prohibited. - Show consideration for other hikers as well as plants and animals. - In any case, inform yourself about the local avalanche situation. **Note(s)** Due to altitude and route guidance, good footwear is absolutely necessary for this winter hike. Read more Tour information - Circular trail - Refreshment stop Best to visit suitable Depends on weather - Jan - Feb - Mar - Apr - May - Jun - Jul - Aug - Sep - Oct - Nov - Dec Equipment **Our recommendation:** - Winter, hiking, or trekking shoes with good grip - Hiking poles if needed - Weather-appropriate warm winter clothing - Special recommendation: crampons or SnowSpikes Read more Directions & Parking facilities **Getting there** Via the cantonal road 19 to the Bettmeralp valley station exit. Take the Bettmeralp aerial cableway (Aletsch Bahnen AG) up to Bettmeralp. Read more **Parking**Large paid parking lot/garage at the valley station of the Bettmeralp aerial cableway (Aletsch Bahnen AG). Read more **Public transportation** Take the train from Brig or Oberwald to the Bettmeralp valley station. Take the Bettmeralp aerial cableway (Aletsch Bahnen AG) up to Bettmeralp. Read more Additional information **Aletsch Arena AG** Furkastrasse 39 CH-3983 Mörel-Filet +41 27 928 58 58 Read more Literature You can get a free panoramic map from the mountain railways and info centers of the Aletsch Arena. Read more Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author Enjoy a small snack on the terrace of the Hotels Aletsch or Bettmerhof! The dreamy view of the mountain world is included here. Read more Contact 3992 Bettmeralp Download GPX file - -