recommended route
Holzji snowshoe trail
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snowshoe hikingPhoto: Blatten-Belalp Tourismus, Blatten-Belalp Tourismus
Valais: panoramic snowshoe walk
Starting point for this snowshoe walk is Blatten bei Naters. Between the hamlet of Rischinen and Aletschbord, especially, the walk promises a magnificent experience of the pristine natural landscape. From Rischinen (also known as Rischinu), the trail leads via Egga to Holzji, whose nature observation station offers a chance to spot local wildlife. The route continues through the snow-blanketed forest to a clearing, from which you can enjoy a magnificent view of the Great Aletsch Glacier. Continue along the trail to your destination, Aletschbord, for panoramic views of the Valais mountains and the mightiest river of ice in the Alps. At the historical Hotel Belalp, you can pause for a bite and a drink to fortify yourself for the return leg. This leads via the panoramic road from Aletschbord to the cable-car station in 30 minutes.
Author’s recommendation
Track types
Safety information
Always check the latest avalanche bulletin ( www.slf.ch/en ).
In cases of uncertainty, please consult the local cable-car company, Belalp Bahnen AG: / +41 27 921 60 40.
Tips and hints
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Destination
Turn-by-turn directions
Blatten bei Naters – Rischinu – Egga – nature observation post – Holzji – Aletschbord
Starting in Blatten, walk to Rischinen and then to Egga. Here you join the Holzji Trail, which leads mostly through the forest. The itinerary continues to the wildlife observation station; from here, it takes just a few more minutes to reach Aletschbord.
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Public transport
Public-transport-friendly
Accessible by train and busGetting there
From Brig station, take the PostBus to Blatten (Belalp).
Parking
Short-stay car park
For durations of less than one day, the best option is the short-stay car park (fee payable).
Indoor / outdoor car parks
Guests who stay for longer than 2 days in Blatten-Belalp can park in the outdoor or indoor car parks. Payment can be made at the ticket machines or at the information and ticket counters in Blatten.
The car parks cost CHF 12.00 a day in winter and CHF 9.00 in summer.
Guests who have paid the tourist tax or who are members of Pro Blatten enjoy a discount of 15%.
Rischinu car park
During the winter season, the car park in Rischinu may be used free of charge. A regular shuttle bus carries guests to the base station of the cable car and gondola in comfort.
Further information: http://www.belalp.ch/regionorte/blatten-belalp/parkmoeglichkeiteninblatten.php
http://www.belalp.ch/gettinghere/bycar.php
Coordinates
Equipment
Clothing suitable for snow sports, snowshoes, gloves and weatherproof footwear are all recommended.
In addition, walkers are recommended to carry the same safety equipment as for a ski tour:
· avalanche transceiver
· shovel
· probe
Avalanche conditions
Statistics
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