Fleschen Trail

The Fleschen Trail begins at the valley station of the Richinen chairlift in Bellwald. Right at the start, there is a gentle ascent past charming chalets. Then the path leads into the forest. Once you reach the tree line, it's worth pausing for a moment to marvel at the magnificent view over the Rhone Valley and the snow-covered peaks of the Binntal. Now in open terrain, you trudge through the snowy landscape to the Fleschen mountain restaurant. After the break to refuel, the snowshoe route descends over southwest-facing slopes, always with the white-capped mountain crowns of the UNESCO World Heritage Swiss Alps Jungfrau-Aletsch in sight.

Use of the snowshoe routes and information on this website is at your own risk. On-site conditions may cause changes to the route. Valais/Wallis Promotion assumes no responsibility for the accuracy and completeness of the information on this website.

Carry a map with you. Download the complete description of the hiking trail with a large-scale map by clicking on "Print" at the top right of the page.
Use only marked trails and observe all signs and instructions – for your own safety, to protect grazing animals, and out of respect for wildlife.
Behave considerately towards other trail users and the landscape. Take your waste and that of others with you.
Bring additional sun protection. UV rays at high altitudes can be very strong, especially in winter, even on cloudy days.
Plan your hike carefully. Consider the required fitness level of all participants as well as weather forecasts and seasonal dependencies.
Inform third parties about the route and, if possible, never go alone.
Weather conditions can change very quickly and without warning in the mountains. Appropriate clothing and sufficient provisions and drinks are very important. In unstable weather, it is better to turn back early.
Do not go onto glaciers without a mountain guide.
Observe warning signs that indicate dangers, especially avalanche hazards.

A9 motorway towards Brig. Continue towards Goms until the Bellwald junction.

Accessible by train and bus. From Brig station with the Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn to Fürgangen Bellwald

Free parking at the Basper mountain station.

Those who enjoy the silence on the forest section and allow themselves a moment of peace may even catch a glimpse of the local fauna.