Aletschbord Belalp – Massa Suspension Bridge loop from Blatten b. Naters

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Aletschbord Belalp – Massa Suspension Bridge loop from Blatten b. Naters

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Aletschbord Belalp – Massa Suspension Bridge loop from Blatten b. Naters

03:33

18.3km

1,410m

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Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 30, 2026

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After 18.0 km for 311 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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71 m

Blatten

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very pretty here, very pretty

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3.32 km

Aletschbord Belalp

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The resort of Belalp is at 2,094 meters above sea level. The place is a ski area in winter and the starting point for various hikes in summer.

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3.37 km

Belalp Mountain Station

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The cable car takes mountain hikers from Blatten to Belalp in 8 minutes: belalp.ch/fahrplan

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5.19 km

Hotel Belalp

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Hotel Belalp on the Aletschbord: Good for a stop before or after a mountain tour.

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5.29 km

View of the Aletsch Glacier from Aletschbord

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From the gondola station a further 20 minutes on foot and you will experience a wonderful view of the great Aletsch glacier.

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8.82 km

A rocky path leads you along the impressive Massa Gorge. Via steeper sections, you reach the suspension bridge – with a length of 124 meters and a height of around 80 meters, it is a real highlight of any tour.

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9.39 km

Massa Suspension Bridge

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Originally, the path led over the glacier. However, as the moraine slopes have become unstable due to rising temperatures, this 124 meter long suspension bridge now spans the gorge.

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13.2 km

Riederfurka

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On the Riederfurka, you will find a vast high-altitude plateau with a view of the Great Aletsch Glacier. At the same time, it is a special place for nature and …

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18.3 km

End point

Bus stop

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