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Lötschberger - Südrampe
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Lötschberger SüdrampePhoto: Silvio Burgener, BLS
This route passes through an inaccessible area and is therefore closed. Current information
The route fascinates hikers of all ages again and again. Alpine and southern vegetation alternate - and there are always beautiful views of the Rhone Valley. Along the way you can admire typical old Valais houses as well as masterpieces of railway construction from the early 20th century - for example the Luogelkin viaduct between Hohtenn and Ausserberg. In the Bietschtal valley, the hiking trail follows the route of the old construction railway. The old irrigation channels, the suonen, are impressive. They meander for several kilometres along rugged cliffs, testifying to the courage and skill of their builders.
On the way there are numerous opportunities for side trips down to the valley or up to the higher Alps. You can walk the 23 km long Lötschberger south ramp as a whole or in sections. Starting points are the stations Hohtenn, Ausserberg, Eggerberg, Lalden and Brig. Brigerbad and Mund can be reached by post bus.
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Thermal resort at BrigerbadHotel De Londres
Hotel Good Night Inn
Hotel Victoria
Hotel Garni Europe
Pension Post
Gästehaus St. Ursula
Schlosshotel - Self Check-In Hotel
Hotel Stockalperhof
Restaurant Pizzeria Channa
Restaurant Augenblick
Restaurant Steakhouse zum Eidgenossen
Angleterre
Brigerhof-Sukhothai
Ristorante Pizzeria Conti
Restaurant De La Place
Artisti Ristorante Pizzeria Bar Caffe
Migros Restaurant & Take Away
Salzturm
Restaurant Couronne
Yuan-China Restaurant
Restaurant des Cheminots
Tea-Room Ganter
Restaurant Commerce
Scala Music-Café
Perron 1
Safety information
The hike is at your own risk. Insurance is the responsibility of the hiker.Tips and hints
Guided railway hike: Several times a year there is a guide railway hike from Hohtenn to Ausserberg.
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Further information can be found in the hiking flyer Lötschberger Südrampe.
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Public transport
Public-transport-friendly
Arriving by train (www.bls.ch/loetschberger) is comfortable and the journey itself is an experience. Buy your ticket directly here fahrplan.bls.ch.
Getting there
Take the "RegioExpress Lötschberger" train to the desired stop on the Lötschberger Südrampe hiking trail.Parking
Parking is available in Brig and at the railway stations.Coordinates
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Equipment
Equipment adapted to the weather is indispensable. For all hikes it is strongly recommended to wear good, sturdy mountain boots.Statistics
- 26 Waypoints
- 26 Waypoints
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