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Riederalp

View of the Aletsch Glacier – View Point Bettmerhorn loop from Östlich Raron

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Switzerland
Valais
Östlich Raron
Östlich Raron
Riederalp

View of the Aletsch Glacier – View Point Bettmerhorn loop from Östlich Raron

Hard

5.0

(1)

7

hikers

View of the Aletsch Glacier – View Point Bettmerhorn loop from Östlich Raron

05:02

11.8km

790m

Mountaineering

Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

Last updated: July 30, 2026

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Includes segments that may be dangerous

Parts of this route comprise highly technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience is required.

After 5.70 km for 62 m

After 7.13 km for 593 m

Waypoints

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Start point

Hotel

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1

234 m

Chapel of Maria zum Schnee (Bettmeralp)

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The chapel was built in 1697 and is the landmark of Bettmeralp.

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2

2.62 km

Blausee (Riederalp)

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The Blausee can be reached from Riederalp with the Riederalp-Moosfluh gondola, is at 2207m and gets up to 20 degrees warm in summer. It offers space to linger and a wonderful Alpine panorama

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3

3.72 km

View of the Aletsch Glacier

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Very nice viewpoint overlooking the lower Aletsch Glacier.

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5.58 km

Viewpoint

Viewpoint

5

6.82 km

View Point Bettmerhorn

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Near the mountain station, the Bettmerhorn View Point offers a breathtaking view of the largest and longest glacier in the Alps, the Great Aletsch Glacier. The viewpoint is accessible.

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7.02 km

The drive up alone is worth it: at the mountain station, an impressive view of the Aletsch Glacier awaits you. Take some time before you start for the free interactive …

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7.32 km

Bettmergrat Ridge Trail

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The road from Bettmerhorn to Eggishorn is difficult, not for beginners, but you also don’t need to be pro or do this daily (we’re from NL -> flat country as …

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7.36 km

Bettmerhorn Summit

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The cross should be visible from the Bettmeralp, which is why it is not located at the highest point, which is not visible from there.

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11.1 km

Bettmersee

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In a small "side lake" there is a paddling area for children, and there is a bathing jetty for swimmers. There is a beach volleyball court right next door.

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11.8 km

End point

Hotel

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.17 km

2.81 km

2.69 km

594 m

533 m

Surfaces

4.75 km

4.25 km

1.41 km

854 m

460 m

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< 100 m

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Elevation

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Highest point (2,690 m)

Lowest point (1,930 m)

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