Springs way and footbridge
Dramatic and poetic through the Dala Gorge, source of many springs
Distance 3.5 km
Time required 1 h 30
Height difference ascent 180 m
Height difference descent 180 m
Dramatic and poetic through the Dala Gorge, source of many springs
Distance 3.5 km
Time required 1 h 30
Height difference ascent 180 m
Height difference descent 180 m
The parish church of St Stephen is in the centre of Leuk. The towering and imposing bell tower draws the visitor's attention to the stately building.
Living conditions in the steppe landscape are extreme for plants. The soil is stony and dry and it can get extremely hot in summer. In the Rottensand temperatures of up to 65 °C have been measured.
Discover unspoilt centuries-old village centres on the sunny mountain:
Leukerbad - Albinen - Sämsu - Brentschen - Engersch - Jeizinen
Distance 17 km
Time required 5 h 15
Altitude difference: Ascent 760 m
Altitude difference: Descent 630 m
Experience Leukerfeld! Leukerfeld contains a unique ecological variety within its ponds and dry grasslands.
The fascination of the Illgraben, the spicy fragrance of the forest, birdsong and the spectacular Bhutan Bridge
Enjoy the superb ride on the hotel owned Gemmirail with a panoramic view of the highest Swiss peaks (Mischabelgruppe, Monte Rosa, Weisshorn, Matterhorn) and the Berner Alps.
After the fire above Leuk different stages of revegetation can be observed. In many places the flower carpets of the red soapwort have made way for young forests, while other locations are still bare.
It is directly adjacent to the terrace of Wildstrubel mountain restaurant.
From here the filigree trapezoidal steel structure extends around ten metres out over the rock face. (Source: www.gemmi.ch).
Small trip on two wheels to discover the value, dangers and richness of water in the forest of Pfyn/Finges nature reserve.
Leukerfeld has blossomed into a paradise for bird watchers in the last few years as a result of upgrading by the A9 motorway compensation measures.
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
Es ist eine grosse Kunst, über Geologie zu schmunzeln. Rolf Hermann macht es möglich….ob nun mit halbfalschen Wahrheiten oder halbwahren Lügen.
Es ist eine grosse Kunst, über Geologie zu schmunzeln. Rolf Hermann macht es möglich...ob nun mit halbfalschen Wahrheiten oder halbwahren Lügen.
Es ist eine grosse Kunst, über Geologie zu schmunzeln. Rolf Hermann macht es möglich...ob nun mit halbfalschen Wahrheiten oder halbwahren Lügen.
Es ist eine grosse Kunst, über Geologie zu schmunzeln. Rolf Hermann macht es möglich...ob nun mit halbfalschen Wahrheiten oder halbwahren Lügen.
Es ist eine grosse Kunst, über Geologie zu schmunzeln. Rolf Hermann macht es möglich...ob nun mit halbfalschen Wahrheiten oder halbwahren Lügen.
On Torrent in winter, you will find a 50 km alpine skiing area going up to 2610 m with blue to black ski runs.
In summer on Torrent there is a network of hiking and mountain-bike trails and much more!
High above the Rhone valley, along magical Valais singletracks, discover hidden Alpine charms as you ride past idyllic mountain villages and through cultural landscapes.
Open pine forests, picturesque pools and rare flowers
Distance 1.5 km
Time required 0 h 30
Height difference: ascent 50 m
Height difference descent 50 m
The town of Sierre lies on the border between the Upper and Lower Valais and is thus also the language boundary for the German and French speaking parts of the canton. Sierre lies on hills between vineyards in the heart of Valais in the Alps
An extremely demanding trek, which should not be taken lightly. But it is one of the most beautiful tours ever and worth the effort.
This wonderful trek through alpine mountains will take you through various Alps as well as over the Resti Pass. On the way from Leukerbad to the Lötschental Valley you will benefit from the magnificent view.
Leuk-Leukerbad
Distance 10km
Duration 4h
Altitude diff. Ascent 950m
Altitude diff. Descent 200m
Leukerbad-GemmiPass
Distance 5km
Duration 2h30
Altitude diff. Ascent 950m
Gemmi Pass-Kandersteg:
Distance 15km
Duration 4h
Altitude diff.
The Turtmann cultural trail is an award-winning village tour that you can hike on your own. Marvel at unique patrician houses from the 17th century, when the mighty Kaspar Stockalper left his mark on Turtmann.
Unterems offers a fantastic view in autumn of the fire-red smoke bushes in the rocky steppes on the opposite slopes. From there the walk leads over the Bhutan Bridge through the forest of Pfyn/Finges to Leuk railway station.
walker's paradise with great views
the pretty village of Unterems lies at an altitude of 1003 m Already in 1419 the mountain community was mentioned in history.
The tour leads up to 2000 m altitude, passing remote alps, steep Alpine meadows and rugged mountain scenery. The highest point is the start of a long descent: an unbroken 1400 metres in height difference down to Leuk.
In the rocky steppes of Valais there live several rare types of birds (e.g. ortolan), reptiles (e.g. the green lizard) and insects (e.g. the rosy grizzled skipper butterfly - pyrgus onopordi). The vegetation is also characterised by special species.
Discover the great irrigation channel with the view to the wild Rhone and the Pfyn-Finges Nature Reserve.
Over the Varen ladders to reach Leukerbad from Varen.
These are vertical iron ladders that can be bypassed.
Visitors rave about the splendid views of the Monte-Rosa massif, the Weisshorn,Matterhorn and Dent Blanche.The mule track still leads past the Dauben Lake to Schwarenbach mountain hotel, which is steeped in history, and then further on to Kandersteg.
You reach Leukerbad on historical mule tracks and an old railway route past the St. Barbara wayside chapel and over a 16th century bridge. At your destination, a visit to one of the thermal baths is highly relaxing.
The artists' village of Veyras, where Rainer Maria Rilke lived, the Raspille Gorge, the Valais Wine Museum in the Zumofenhaus in Salgesch and the village of Varen are all well worth seeing. Another possibility goes through the forest of Pfyn/Finges.
It is the longest via ferrata in Switzerland with difficulty ED (Extrem Difficult).
Experience Leukerbad from a new perspective. This breathtaking via ferrata will make you feel great.
Plan an outing to Jeizinen. A look through the picture frame "Bock uf Üssicht" and a photo as a reminder are a must.
The oenologist couple Isabella & Stéphane Kellenberger have been running the Vin d'oeuvre wine cellar in the heart of Leuk Town since 2013. They produce quality wines all over the Valais, with the majority of the vines located in the nature Park.
A theme trail about the vineyards, the wine-growers and the landscape.
Distance 8 km
Time required 2 h 15
Altitude difference: Ascent 260 m
Altitude difference: Descent 210 m
Mit dem Fahrrad können Sie aussergewöhnliche farbenprächtige Vögel bewundern und beobachten...
Over the Torrent alp towards Folljeret and Leukerbad through alpine meadows and peaceful woods.
From Erschmatt follow the hiking trail in the direction of Leuk and soon arrive at the High Bridge. Then plunge into the fire-red magnificence of the smoke bushes. After go along the bank of the river to Leuk railway station.
This walk starts at the satellite ground station, goes over traditionally cultivated fields in Brentjong to the rocky steppes. Having arrived in the Rhone valley, we recommend walking through Leukerfeld, which is outstanding for bird-watching.
Walking over hill and alp.
The walk passes 6 different alps. The fantastic view of the Valais mountain world, marmots and bearded vultures are among the points of interest on this walk.
Walk on historical trails
Leukerbad – Varen ladders – Salgesch
From Leukerbad the cultural trail towards Salgesch goes through agricultural regions, sections of woodland and past rock faces.
From Sierre railway station we drive with the bus to Miège church, where the walk starts. We cross the terraced vineyards in the golden autumnal light and follow the signposted wine trail to Leuk.
Discover wine and water between Sierre and Salgesch. The walk goes from Sierre past the Gironde Lake and along the wild Rhone to Salgesch. A wine-tasting stop at one of the wine partner companies is well worthwhile.
An exciting walk across the forest of Pfyn/Finges nature reserve. Discover the points of interest in the nature reserve.
Length 7 km
Hiking time 2 h 00
Height difference up 250 m
Height difference down 250 m
Cultural village of Albinen - Fire area and WSL research - Brentjong field flora