Blissful moments

Bettmeralp

Charming traditional Valais chalets, helpful locals, a lively town centre with shops, bars and local grocery stores. When you set foot in the car-free Bettmeralp for the first time, you can’t help but succumb to the charm of this special village. At an altitude of 2000m, it is located directly in a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Whether you are skiing or snowboarding, tobogganing, cross-country skiing, snow tubing, paragliding, walking, hiking, bathing, fishing or biking. Bettmeralp offers the opportunity to have a go at a host of activities throughout the year.

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Aletsch Arena

In the Aletsch Arena it’s not all just about nature. This extraordinary living environment has always left plenty of space for culture, customs, tradition, and has often provided inspiration to artists.

At its heart, the breath-taking Great Aletsch Glacier has always retained a very special fascination for both holidaymakers and locals.

Families, couples, solo travellers, sports enthusiasts, peace seekers and nature lovers, anybody can find the perfect offer to suit their personal needs.

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Summer

Hiking

300 kilometres of well-prepared and secured hiking trails: the Aletsch Arena allows you to become one with exceptionally unspoilt nature.

Mountain biking

Whether through pure muscle power or perhaps with a little battery-powered boost, enjoy a limitless bike experience and perfect active bike holidays

Bettmersee

The mountain lake is an ideal destination for families, thanks to its natural pool, a stroller-friendly circular path and playground.

Winter

Skiing

As a whole, the Aletsch Arena offers 104 km of groomed slopes, state-of-the-art transport facilities and plenty of freeride runs.

Sledging

Steep sections, sharp bends and a rapid pace: when sledging in the Aletsch Arena, adrenaline levels can't help but rise

Snowshoeing

You can be active and at the same time enjoy the soothing tranquillity of the snow-covered Valais winter landscape, well off the beaten track. With snowshoes on your feet you'll move through the deep white almost as elegantly as a deer.