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10th National Swiss Parks Market, 21 May 2026

On 21 May 2026, the Bundesplatz will transform into a festival of culinary delights. Taste the finest regional specialities from the Swiss parks and meet passionate producers! The programme includes tastings, games and activities for young and old, music – everything you need to enjoy for a great time. Save the date!

9th national Swiss parks market, 15th May 2025

Am Donnerstag, 15. Mai 2025, ist der Pärke-Markt zurück auf dem Bundesplatz in Bern. Auf dem Programm stehen Spezialitäten, Degustationen, Spiele und Mitmach-Aktivitäten an den Ständen, Musik und alles, was es braucht für eine gute Zeit. Reservieren Sie sich das Datum schon jetzt!
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Hamlet of Hockmatta

Natural landscape / HabitatSite
April, Mai, June, July, August, September, October, November

Landschaftspark Binntal - The attractively situated hamlet of Hockmatta was first mentioned in 1393 and stands on a once-busy track from Grengiols to Albrun. The few residential and utility buildings encompass an square-like interior, and there is a chapel on its west edge.

The attractively situated hamlet of Hockmatta was first mentioned in 1393 and stand on what was once a busy track from Grengiols to Albrun. The few residential and utility buildings encompass an square-like interior, and there is a chapel on its west edge.

The offer is suitable for

  • Adults
  • Children < 6 years
  • Children from 7-12 years
  • Children >12 years
  • 50+
Landschaftspark Binntal

Roman path: Binn – Grengiols

Open

The hiking trail starts in the minerals village of Binn and continues along the historical path through the wild romantic Twingischlucht gorge to the «auf dem Blatt» chapel. It then goes further past the picturesque hamlet of Hockmatta to Bächerhisch

Hiking trailBicycle tourMountainbike trailE-bike itinerary
Time required: 2 hours 30 minutesLength: 10.00km
Landschaftspark Binntal

Rhone Route

Open

The cycling route runs between Blitzingen and Grengiols through the Binntal landscape park. The regional nature park is famous for its minerals, flora and intact sites. Niederwald, Mühlebach and Ernen are among the most attractive Valais villages.

Bicycle tour
Time required: 5 hoursLength: 50.00km
Landschaftspark Binntal

Grengiols – Firsitten – Grengiols

Open

An interesting circular trail that leads you past a number of cultural highlights. The hike takes about 4-5 hours. The route can also start with the Tulip Ring.

Hiking trail
Time required: 4 hours 20 minutesLength: 10.42km
Landschaftspark Binntal

Grengiols-Breithorn-Grengiols

Closed

The toughest mountain bike tour in the entire Binntal Landscape Park.

Mountainbike trail
Time required: 3 hours 15 minutesLength: 15.00km
Landschaftspark Binntal

Field name path

Open

Field names were passed down orally from generation to generation. These are common names that are often only known within a village.

Theme trail
Time required: 2 hours 25 minutesLength: 8.13km

Season

April, Mai, June, July, August, September, October, November

Contact

Geschäftsstelle Landschaftspark Binntal
Dorfstrasse 31
3996 Binn
T +41 27 971 50 50

www.landschaftspark-binntal.ch

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