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Leukerbad is the largest thermal spa destination in the Alps and offers active recreation all year round in the midst of the impressive Valais mountain landscape. Whether hiking, biking, skiing or relaxing in the warm thermal water - here guests experience a unique combination of exercise and relaxation. Ideal for sports enthusiasts, connoisseurs and families.
Attractions in Leukerbad (commune)
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Highlights
Flora, fauna, geology, or landscape forms: The high alpine glacier route Lämmeren near the Gemmi above Leukerbad brings the wonders of nature ...
The omnipresent element in Leukerbad is water. The highlight of this hike is the impressive 600-meter-long steel structure of the thermal springs ...
Thermal springs within reach: Dramatic and poetic at the same time, the thermal spring route leads several meters above the stream bed into the ...
Hike along the dramatic Dala Gorge down to the vineyards above the Rhone. Along the way, you pass charming villages and learn about their ...
Hike along the Lämmeren glacier path over the rocky and idyllic high plateau from the Gemmi Pass via the Lämmerrenboden to the Lämmerenhütte.
From the mountains of Crans-Montana to the mountain basin in Leukerbad: The second stage of the Valais Bike Tour leads down to the sunny town of ...
The first stage on the Walliser Sonnenweg leads from Crans-Montana to Leukerbad. Especially beautiful is the section along the historic water ...
The second stage on the Walliser Sonnenweg leads from Leukerbad to Gampel. An airy experience are the Albinen ladders, then the path winds along ...
The pass hike from Kandersteg over the Gemmi to Leukerbad, from the Bernese Oberland to Valais, is one of the great classic Swiss hikes.
This beautiful downhill hike leads from the well-known thermal spa town Leukerbad on the Dala-Raspille cultural route to the wine-growing village ...
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Year-Round Nature and Activity Paradise
Leukerbad is located at 1,411 m above sea level in the heart of the Valais Alps, combining alpine sports opportunities with rejuvenating relaxation. In every season, the destination offers ideal conditions for movement, recovery, and shared experiences.
Summer & Autumn:
Hiking, Climbing & Biking With over 200 km of marked hiking trails, Leukerbad offers a vast network ranging from gentle walks to high alpine tours. Highlights include the historic Gemmi Trail, the loop around Lake Dauben, and the ascent to the Torrenthorn with breathtaking views of the Rhône Valley.
For climbing enthusiasts, the via ferrata on the Daubenhorn – the longest in Switzerland – promises a spectacular experience. Mountain bikers will also enjoy the trails around Torrent, especially the popular Torrenttrail Bike.
Winter:
Snow Sports in All Facets During the cold season, Leukerbad becomes a true winter paradise. The Torrent ski area offers 50 km of slopes for all skill levels. Cross-country skiers benefit from a network of trails, including a high-alpine route on the Gemmi plateau. The offer is rounded off with well-maintained winter hiking trails, snowshoe routes, and fast toboggan runs like the Gemmiblitz.
Thermal Baths & Wellness
Leukerbad is the largest thermal spa destination in the Alps: 3.9 million liters of water up to 51 °C gush daily from natural springs. Guests relax at the Leukerbad Therme, the Valais Alpentherme & Spa, or smaller thermal hotels – indoors and outdoors, with views of the surrounding peaks.
The thermal experience is available year-round and is the centerpiece of the destination – ideal for recovery after sports or simply for pure wellness.
Culture & Events
Leukerbad also impresses with musical highlights: In summer, the "Summer Acts" bring live music to various squares. In winter, the "Winter Acts" bring concerts to the mountain stations of Torrent and Gemmi – surrounded by snow and panoramic views.
Numerous sports and cultural events enrich the annual program, including trail running events, snowshoe nights, themed weeks, and family activities.
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Public transport
Travellers by train (SBB) travel to Leuk. The bus will then take you to your destination in Leukerbad. You can find the train and bus timetables at www.sbb.ch.
Directions
Thanks to well-developed Alpine roads, Leukerbad is easily accessible by bus or car from western Switzerland, central Switzerland, Ticino, Italy or France. The journey by car from Zurich and Milan takes around 3 hours.
From Basel and Zurich: A1 motorway to Bern; A6 to Spiez; direction Kandersteg; BLS car transport Kandersteg - Goppenstein; direction Gampel; Leuk - Leukerbad
From Geneva: A1 motorway to Lausanne; direction Sion/Sierre; Leuk - Leukerbad
From Milan: Motorway A8/A26 direction Simplon; car transport Iselle-Brig; direction Leuk - Leukerbad
Parking: Various car parks in Leukerbad. Follow the local car park guidance system in Leukerbad.
Electric car charging: There are various charging stations for electric cars on site so that you can recharge your car.
By plane
Leukerbad is easily accessible from Switzerland and abroad via four international airports. The onward journey to Leukerbad is comfortable by public transport or hire car.
Zurich (ZRH): approx. 3.5 hours by train via Bern - Visp - Leuk, then bus to Leukerbad.
Geneva (GVA): approx. 3.5 hours by train via Lausanne - Sion - Leuk, then bus.
Basel (BSL): approx. 3.5-4 hours via Basel SBB - Bern - Visp - Leuk, then bus.
Milan Malpensa (MXP): approx. 4.5 hours by train via Domodossola - Brig - Leuk.
