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WILDLIFE EDUCATIONAL PATH BELALP - BLATTEN
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Wildlife observation postPhoto: Blatten-Belalp Tourismus, Blatten-Belalp Tourismus
On this hike from the Belalp via Holzji to Blatten bei Naters, learn more about the native wildlife and enjoy unforgettable views of the Great Aletsch Glacier.
From the mountain station of the cable car on the Belalp, the themed trail leads to the Aletschbord, then down to the Holzji and over the hamlet of Egga back to Blatten bei Naters. Along the way down to the hamlet Egga, you will find information boards illustrating details about the native flora and fauna. In Holzji, there is a wildlife observation post. It is worth stopping there and with a bit of luck you might even catch a glimpse of the native wildlife.
This hike can be done alone or under the expert guidance of a hunter or a forester. Along the way, you will learn valuable information about wildlife and forest from information boards.
The path can also be taken in reverse direction from Blatten to the Belalp.
Author’s recommendation
Refresh yourself with a drink in the "Mountain Guide's Parlor" on the Egga.
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
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Safety information
Despite the “unmissable” marking of hiking trails, we recommend for safety reasons to always carry a suitable hiking map, so that in the event of a thunderstorm or emergency you can quickly find a safe area.
Especially in autumn, be aware that fallen leaves on the ground can cover unevenness, roots, stones, or holes in the path. After storms, trees can still fall or branches may come down. Especially in adverse weather conditions, natural paths can have muddy and slippery sections. You must expect such trail impairments when hiking.
Not all rocks or cliffs are secured with ropes or railings. Surefootedness is partially required. If you think certain trail sections are not passable for you, you should avoid them.
Tips and suggestions
If you have any questions, please contact:
Belalp Bahnen AG
Blatten - Belalp Tourismus AG
Roadbook
From the mountain station of the cable car on the Belalp, the new themed trail leads to the Aletschbord, then down to the Holzji and over the hamlet of Egga back to Blatten. This hike can be done alone or under the expert guidance of a hunter or a forester. Along the way, you will learn valuable information about wildlife and forest from information boards.
Hotel Belalp
Public transport
Public-transport-friendly
Blatten bei Naters can be reached by public transport from Brig or Naters.
The Belalp can be reached from Blatten by cable car.
Timetables and further information on travel can be found at: www.belalp.ch
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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 (car shuttle Lötschberg tunnel) - Goppenstein - Gampel - Brig
From Eastern and Central Switzerland: Andermatt - Realp (year-round car shuttle Furka; 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: motorway A9 - Sierre: main road Sierre – Brig
Or via Domodossola – Simplon pass – Brig
Blatten bei Naters
From Brig you reach Blatten bei Naters via Naters, then take the cable car to the car-free Belalp.
Parking
Paid parking spaces are available at Chienzlichrommu and in the parking garage in Blatten bei Naters.
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Equipment
Sturdy footwear, weather-appropriate clothing, sun and rain protection, as well as sufficient supplies of food and drinks are recommended in case there are no inns or shops open. Although the path is consistently very well marked, for safety reasons you should always carry a suitable hiking map. Bring sticks or other aids.
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Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
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