Winter hiking trail Moosfluh - Riederalp

Tip
5.38 km long
Difficulty: medium
Condition: easy
Great panorama
Winter hiking
  • 2:30 h
  • 5.38 km
  • 6 m
  • 428 m
  • 1,904 m
  • 2,332 m
  • 428 m
  • Start: Moosfluh, mountain station of the combination lift
  • Destination: Riederalp Mitte

From Riederalp, take the gondola up to Moosfluh, one of the viewpoints of the Aletsch Arena. With views of the Great Aletsch Glacier and the winter four-thousanders of the Valais Alps, you hike along the ridge towards the west, down to Breitebode. From there, the winter hiking trail follows the Härdernagrat to the mountain station of the Hohfluh chairlift. The panoramic view of the unique natural landscape of the UNESCO World Heritage Site on your right, plus the sunny plateau and the four-thousanders of Valais on your left, accompany you on the following section. It leads down to the Riederfurka, where you pass the impressive Villa Cassel, which is closed during the winter months. The last stage of the trail gently descends to Riederalp.

The route consists of several sections. Please check the status open/closed in the winter sports report.

Aletsch Arena AG
Aletsch Arena AG

Good to know

Directions

Moosfluh - Hohfluh - Riederfurka - Riederalp

Safety guidelines

Winter Sports Report

Use of the winter hiking trails and information on this website is at your own risk. On-site conditions may cause route changes.

  •  Carry a map with you. Download the complete description of the hiking trail including a large scale map by clicking "Print" at the top right of the page.

  •  Use only marked hiking trails and follow all signs and instructions – for your own safety, to protect farm animals, and not to disturb wildlife.

  •  Be considerate of other trail users and the landscape. Take your trash and others' with you.

  • Carry additional sun protection. UV rays can be very strong, especially in winter, even on cloudy days.

  • Plan your hike carefully: consider the required fitness of all participants, weather forecasts, and seasonal factors.

  • Weather conditions can change very quickly and without warning in the mountains. Appropriate clothing and enough provisions (food and drink) are very important. In inclement weather, it is better to turn back early.

  • Do not venture onto glaciers without a mountain guide.

  •  Observe warning signals indicating dangers, especially avalanche risk.

  •  Inform third parties about your route and if possible, never go alone.

Note(s)
Due to altitude and route conditions, good footwear is absolutely necessary for this winter hike.

Tour information

  • Cultural Interesting

  • Familiy-Friendly

  • Stop at an Inn

Best to visit

suitable
Depends on weather

Equipment

We recommend:

  • Good footwear
  • Weather-dependent (waterproof) and warm clothing
  • Head covering
  • Sunscreen
  • Provisions
  • Camera
  • Hiking poles (optional)
  • Printout of the hiking trail (click "Print" to download)

Directions & Parking facilities

Take canton road 19 to the Mörel-Filet exit, then continue to the signposted parking areas. Take the Riederalp cable car (Aletsch Bahnen AG) up to Riederalp.
  • Limited number of paid parking spaces at Mörel-Filet train station. Additional parking is signposted.
  • Large paid parking garages at the entrance of Mörel-Filet and in the village center.
By train from Brig or Oberwald to Mörel-Filet, then on foot to the Riederalp cable car (Aletsch Bahnen AG). Take this up to Riederalp.

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 info centers of the Aletsch Arena, you can get a free panoramic map.  

Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author

So many fascinating views on one route. Take advantage of the numerous opportunities to enjoy and absorb the impressions!

Map

View this tour on SwitzerlandMobility: Tour 840

Location and Contact

Winter hiking trail Moosfluh - Riederalp
3987 Riederalp