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SALWALD - BÄTTCHRIZJI

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    The ascent to the Bättchrizji is at times relatively steep, but the view and the silence at the Bättchrizji are definitely worth it.

    Open
    moderate
    Distance 7.1 km
    3:15 h
    577 m
    575 m
    2,174 m
    1,597 m

    The hike starts at the Salwald restaurant above Mund. First, follow the usual hiking trail to the Hourmattewald. After a while, the path branches off into a smaller trail. Through the beautiful forest, the path steadily leads up to the Bättchrizji. The peace and view at this magical place are priceless and worth every drop of sweat. The descent leads via the Alpe Brischeru back to the starting point.

    The path can also be started already in Mund. This extends the hike by about 2:15 hours.

    Author’s recommendation

    Enjoy a refreshment on the cozy terrace of the Salwald restaurant. Or how about a visit to the Safran Museum in Mund?

    Difficulty
    moderate
    Overall difficulty
    moderate

    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

    Experience
    Landscape
    Highest point
    2,174 m
    Lowest point
    1,597 m
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    Track types

    Asphalt 6.57%Forested/wild trail 10.67%Path 82.74%
    Asphalt
    465 m
    Forested/wild trail
    754 m
    Path
    5.8 km
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    Safety information

    Despite the "infallible" marking of the hiking trails, we recommend always carrying a corresponding hiking map for safety reasons, so that, for example, in case of a thunderstorm or emergency, a safe area can be found quickly.

    Especially in autumn, it should also be noted that fallen leaves on the ground can cover unevenness, roots, stones, or holes in the path. After storms, trees can still fall or branches fall off afterwards. Especially under adverse weather conditions, natural paths can become muddy and slippery in places. You must expect such path impairments when undertaking a hike.

    Not all rocks or cliffs are secured with ropes or railings. Surefootedness is partly required. If you think certain path sections are impassable for you, you should avoid them.

    Tips and suggestions

    For questions, please contact:

    Belalp Bahnen AG

    www.belalp.ch

    bahnen@belalp.ch

    +41 (0)27 921 65 10

    Blatten - Belalp Tourismus AG

    tourismus@belalp.ch

    +41 (0)27 921 60 40

    Roadbook

    The hike starts at the Safran restaurant above Mund. The path leads up through the Horumatten forest and is well signposted. At an altitude of about 2,000 m, you turn right off the main hiking trail. From here, the path is only marked with cairns and is sometimes not clearly visible. In some places, the path continues trail-less up to above the tree line. The Bättchrizji lies behind hollows and humps and is not easy to find. It is advisable to carry a map. Once arrived, you can recover from the exertion and enjoy the peace in this magical place.

    The descent goes via the Alpe Brischeru back to the Salwald restaurant.

    The hike can also be started from the village of Mund. This extends the hike by about 2 hours.

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    Public transport

    Take the post bus to Mund village and start your route there.

    Timetables and further travel information can be found at: www.sbb.ch

    The Salwald restaurant can only be reached by car.

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    Directions

    Arrival by car

    From Western Switzerland: A9 Lausanne - Vevey, or Northwestern Switzerland: A12 Bern - Vevey: A9 - Sierre: main road Sierre - Brig

    From Northwestern Switzerland: A6 Bern - Thun - Spiez: main road Spiez - Kandersteg (Lötschberg tunnel car shuttle) - Goppenstein - Gampel - Brig

    From Eastern and Central Switzerland: Andermatt - Realp (year-round Furka car shuttle; in summer via Furka pass) - Oberwald - Brig

    From Ticino (in summer): Airolo - Nufenen pass - Ulrichen – Brig

    Or via Centovalli – Domodossola – Simplon pass – Brig

    From Italy (Aosta, Mt. Blanc Tunnel): Aosta - Grand Saint Bernard tunnel (in summer via the pass) - Martigny: highway A9 - Sierre: main road Sierre – Brig

    Or via Domodossola – Simplon pass – Brig

    Birgisch / Mund

    From Brig you reach Birgisch and Mund via Naters.

    Parking

    Parking is available at the Salwald restaurant or a bit higher up in Äbi.

    Coordinates

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    2'636'884E 1'129'725N
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    46.317912, 7.917518
    DMS
    46°19'04.5"N 7°55'03.1"E
    UTM
    32T 416662 5129940
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    Equipment

    Sturdy footwear, weather-appropriate clothing, sun and rain protection, as well as a sufficient supply of food and drinks are recommended in case there are no places to stop or shop open. The path is partly marked only with "cairns." For safety reasons, you should always carry a suitable hiking map. Poles can make hiking easier.

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    Difficulty
    moderate
    Overall difficulty
    moderate

    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

    Distance
    7.1 km
    Duration
    3:15 h
    Ascent
    577 m
    Descent
    575 m
    Highest point
    2,174 m
    Lowest point
    1,597 m
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