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You can also have fun on the Roman route with the bikePhoto: Leukerbad Marketing AG | chrissie.st, Leukerbad
The Roman path Leukerbad is an easy, nature-close circular hiking route that passes through picturesque meadows and traditional hamlets. The approximately 7 km long route starts at the Leukerbad Sports Arena and is ideal for a relaxed hike with the family or as a short break in nature – accessible all year round, in winter also suitable for snowshoeing.
The route starts at the Sports Arena and runs on well-developed paths through the open terrain around Leukerbad. It passes through the characteristic districts Birchen and Bodmen, which present a typical alpine landscape with sun-drenched wooden houses, stables, and small chapels.
The designation "Roman path" refers to the historical importance of the connection between the Rhone valley and the crossings towards Gemmi – although no original Roman paved sections are visible today, the topographical line indicates the former significance of the path as a traffic route.
Along the way there are several opportunities to rest – for example at the Antonius Chapel in Birchen or the rustic Bodmenstübli. The path is easy to walk, hardly steep, and especially on clear days offers beautiful views of the Leukerbad valley basin and the surrounding mountain slopes.
The route is accessible all year round, prepared as a winter hiking trail in winter and also partly suitable for snowshoe hiking.
Author’s recommendation
From Bodmen you can continue the hike to Inden along the old railway track.
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
Track types
Rest stops
Restaurant Pizzeria GiardinoRestaurant Sportarena
Restaurant Leukerbad Therme
Restaurant Birchen
Restaurant Bodmenstübli
Safety information
The mountains, a place of joy to share and respect. The mountain world is a place to meet and experience unforgettable moments together – whether by bike or on foot. For all users to benefit, it is essential to share this space with respect for nature and agriculture. Respectful behavior enables everyone to engage in their leisure activities under the best conditions. Inform yourself about recommendations and rules.
Assess your own skills and fitness well. Using the various routes is fundamentally at your own responsibility.
Tips and suggestions
The tourist office in Leukerbad provides you with informational material and brochures about hiking in the destination and can provide detailed information about the route.
Restaurant Pizzeria Giardino
Therme51 Hotel Physio & SPA
Leukerbad Village Center
Galerie St. Laurent
RelAction Snow & Bikeshop
Dala Gorge – Thermal Springs Bridge
Restaurant Sportarena
Thermal resort at Leukerbad
Restaurant Leukerbad Therme
Restaurant Birchen
Restaurant Bodmenstübli
Public transport
Public-transport-friendly
Leuk can be reached by train (SBB), then the bus (LLB – Leuk Leukerbad Bus Reisen) takes you to the starting point in Leukerbad.Get Timetable to destination
Directions
From Basel and Zurich: Motorway A1 to Bern; A6 to Spiez; towards Kandersteg; car shuttle Kandersteg – Goppenstein; towards Gampel; Leuk – Leukerbad
From Geneva: Motorway A1 to Lausanne; towards Sion/Sierre; Leuk – Leukerbad
From Milan: Motorway A8/A26 towards Simplon; car shuttle Iselle-Brig; towards Leuk – Leukerbad
Parking
Various parking options in the village of Leukerbad. Follow the local parking guidance system.
Parkings in Leukerbad: Sportarena parking garage, Town Hall parking garage, Torrent parking garage, Leukerbad Therme parking garage, Alpentherme parking garage.
Coordinates
Author’s map recommendations
Book recommendations for this region:
Equipment
Use of the hiking trails and information on this website is at your own risk. Local conditions may cause changes to the route. We accept no responsibility for the accuracy and completeness of the information on this website.
For all hikes:
- Carry a map with you. Download the complete description of the hiking trail with a large-scale map by clicking "Print" at the top right of the page.
- Use only marked hiking trails and follow all signposts and instructions – for your own safety, to protect grazing animals, and not to disturb wildlife.
- Close gates after passing through.
- Behave considerately towards other trail users, plants and animals.
For mountain hikes:
- Carry additional sun protection. UV rays can be very strong at high altitude, even in cloudy weather.
- Plan your hike carefully: take into account the required fitness level of all participants, weather forecasts, and seasonal dependencies.
- Weather conditions can change very quickly and without warning in the mountains. Appropriate clothing and sufficient provisions (food and drink) are very important. In unstable weather, better turn back early.
For high alpine hikes:
- Inform your family about the hiking route. Avoid hiking alone if possible.
- Do not venture onto glaciers without a mountain guide.
- Observe warning signals indicating hazards at riverbanks, along watercourses below dams and reservoirs: water levels can rise quickly and without warning.
Localization
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
User Questions