---
title: "Snowshoeing in the Aletsch Arena | Winter in the UNESCO heritage site ❄️ ❄️🥾"
url: "https://www.aletscharena.ch/en/planning-booking/winter/snowshoeing"
description: "Explore quiet winter trails ❄️ in the Aletsch Arena. Snowshoeing on marked trails and off the beaten track with experienced guides. Easy, close to nature and car-free."
language: "en"
breadcrumb: "Root > Aletsch Arena > Planning & booking > Winter > Snowshoeing"
---

Winter trekking

Snowshoe treks in the Aletsch Arena
===================================

- 

 

Quiet trails in the UNESCO World Heritage Site
----------------------------------------------

Snowshoeing in the Aletsch Arena combines the experience of nature with gentle exercise. The marked trails start from the car-free plateaus of ,  and . The trails are easily accessible, offer different levels of difficulty and are suitable for beginners as well as anyone looking for a more relaxed alternative to .

- 
- 
- 

 

### Snowshoe treks at a glance

- **Region:** Riederalp, Bettmeralp, Fiescheralp
- **Area:** Swiss Alps Jungfrau-Aletsch UNESCO World Heritage Site
- **Best time:** December–March
- **Difficulty levels:** Easy to medium
- **Equipment:** Snowshoes & poles (can be hired on arrival)
- **Suitable for:** Nature lovers & sports-keen winter guests
- **Special feature:** View of the Aletsch Glacier

 

### Why snowshoe hikes in the Aletsch Arena?

### For nature lovers

With deep snow as far as the eye can see, views of the  and the very special atmosphere of , snowshoeing here becomes an intense experience of nature. The centuries-old Swiss stone pines and the silence of winter offer a space in which the pace of life slows down – perfect to bask in the scenic beauty and put the daily grind behind you.

### For the sports-keen

The alpine setting and proximity to the  provide an impressive backdrop – ideal for anyone looking for a challenge. On your own, you can explore the Bettmeralp–Riederalp Trail or, after fresh snowfall, head out on the winter hiking trails with snowshoes. GPS tracks make it easy to plan and follow your snowshoe hikes.

- 
- 

 

Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site with a guide

### Guided snowshoe tours in the nature reserve

A guided snowshoe tour with a local mountain or hiking guide takes you to the most beautiful and unspoilt places in the Aletsch Arena, some of which are part of the  and the . With the tips from your expert guide, you will learn how to move safely through the deep snow and use the poles correctly.

- Feel-Free factor: Hire snowshoes and poles directly from the guide.
- The tours take place several times a week either during the day, in the evening or at night beneath the full moon.
- The routes are ideal for beginners and connoisseurs alike.

 

Moonlit magic

### Snowshoe tours under the full moon

Experience the magical silence of the snow-covered Aletsch Arena on a snowshoe hike by the light of the silvery full moon. Far away from the hustle and bustle, immerse yourself in the pristine winter landscape, accompanied by the soft crunch of the snow under your feet.

 

#### Are you brave enough to visit the ‘poor souls’?

Storyteller and mountain guide Martin takes you on a mystical snowshoe tour to visit the ghosts – known as the ‘poor souls’ – beneath a full moon.

- 
- 

 

#### Full-moon fondue fun

Do you agree that fondue tastes best when you’ve earned it? Then a snowshoe tour by the light of the full moon followed by a cheese fondue in the Bättmerhitta is just what you need. On this group tour, you trek through the snowy winter landscape before enjoying a warming fondue.

Fondue evening in the Bättmerhitta

- 
- 
- 
- 
- 
- 

 

### Your contact for guided snowshoe tours

Would you like to book a personal snowshoe trek for yourself or a group in the Aletsch Arena? We suggest you contact the snow tour organiser of your choice directly.

 

### Questions and answers about snowshoeing