Suonen hike Visperi

From the station in Visp, first walk through Bahnhofstrasse towards the old town with the Martinskirche. At the cemetery, turn left and hike to the upper city edge. There, after the place name sign on the street toward Visperterminen, you will find the trailhead to the Visperi on the left. Eastward, the path leads along the Suone through lush meadows into the chestnut forest. Soon you reach the Schlegel, which – driven by a water wheel – signaled the flow of water to the Vispern through its knocking sounds. Then the terrain becomes rockier and drops steeply to the left. Here you need some surefootedness and a head for heights. The most difficult passages are, however, equipped with handrails. Far from the city, you can admire the course of the Suone, the blooming splendor, and the views over Visp. Soon you reach the open terrain above Eyholz and descend into the village. If you like, you can extend your hike by 45 minutes with the chestnut forest loop. After the descent, you can return to Visp in a few minutes by train or post bus.

Sturdy footwear, weather-appropriate clothing, trekking poles if needed, water

Some sections are exposed and therefore require surefootedness and a head for heights. The most difficult sections are, however, equipped with handrails.

Via Bern and Lötschberg car shuttle, direction Brig to Visp

By train to Visp station

Fee required at Visp station

An unforgettable panoramic view of the Rhone Valley.