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Grossi Wasserleitu

Hiking trail
Time required: 2 - 4hLength: 12.00 km

Season

All season

Contact

Naturpark Pfyn-Finges
Kirchstrasse 6
3970 Salgesch
Tel. +41 (0)27 452 60 60

www.pfyn-finges.ch

Naturpark Pfyn-Finges - Diversity of nature on a picturesque trail along the rippling water course. Walk along the Suone Neuf (Bisse Neuf) and the Grossi Wasserleitu from Varen (Varen irrigation channel). Both irrigation channels take their water directly from the Raspille

Diversity of nature on a picturesque trail along the rippling water course. Walk along the Suone Neuf (Neuf irrigation channel, Bisse Neuf) and the Grossi Wasserleitu from Varen (Varen irrigation channel). Both irrigation channels take their water directly from the Raspille.

Route-information

Route-information

Length
12.00 km
Vertical heigth
150 m
Altitude difference ascent
220 m
Altitude difference descent
370 m
Time required
2 - 4h
Level technique
Easy
Level condition
Middle
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Arrival

Starting point
Venthône (Altitude: 895 m)
Arrival by public transport
Darnona Timetable SBB
Destination
Varen (Altitude: 742 m)
Arrival by public transport
Varen, Frayen Timetable SBB

Suitable for

The offer is suitable for

  • Adults
  • Children >12 years
  • 50+

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Naturpark Pfyn-Finges

The Raspille

The Raspille is the river which officially separates the two language regions of the Canton of Valais, the Lower Valais and the Upper Valais.
The river originates in the Plaine-Morte glacier and flows into the River Rhone between Salgesch and Sierre

Waters
Naturpark Pfyn-Finges

Church in Varen

The parish church in Varen is not only architecturally interesting. Its location offers a unique viewing point. Enjoy the view from the church of the Rhone valley and the forest of Pfyn/Finges nature reserve.

Viewpoint
Naturpark Pfyn-Finges

Cave du Chevalier Bayard SA

The Cave du Chevalier Bayard is a wine cellar which has been under family ownership for generations. It offers a wide range of white and red wines, all produced using natural methods.

FoodsProducerShop for regional products
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C. Varonier & Söhne AG Cellar

Wine production with tradition
The C. Varonier & Söhne AG cellars have been operating in the picturesque Varen region for 3 generations. It was founded in 1969 and has prioritised hospitality, warmth, innovation and authenticity from the outset

FoodsProducerShop for regional products
Naturpark Pfyn-Finges

Bed and Breakfast Zum Schleif

We warmly welcome you in our B&B Zum Schleif.
This historical building has been lovingly restored. Eight light and spacious rooms await you.

Bed and Breakfast
Naturpark Pfyn-Finges

Wine walks in Valais

Valais wine experience in the vineyards and cellars
We will take you on a tour of the most beautiful vineyards in Valais including the wine cellars, with lots of fun and information along the way. Or you can take part in the Salgesch Wine Trophy....

Nature experienceGuided tour / ExcursionOffer for groups

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