Belalp – Hängebrücke – Riederalp

The hike starts on the Belalp and initially leads down towards Aletschji. Passing by old alpine huts and through the impressive mountain landscape, the route continues via Leng Acker to the former glacier ascent.

The highlight of the tour follows soon after: the Hängebrücke Belalp–Riederalp. The 124-metre-long bridge hovers about 80 metres above the Massa gorge and leads across the gorge directly in front of the glacial gate of the Grosser Aletschgletscher. It was built in 2008 and restores a connection between Belalp and Riederalp that used to lead across the Aletschgletscher. The view down into the wild gorge and across to the glacier provides a particularly impressive moment.

After crossing the bridge, the route goes uphill again. The path leads towards Grünsee and continues through the protected Aletschwald, which is known for its ancient larch and stone pine trees. Finally, you reach Riederfurka, where you can admire the legendary skis of Art Furrer. If you like, you can make a detour here to Villa Cassel, the Pro Natura Centre. Afterwards, you continue your hike to Riederalp, where this varied tour between glacier, gorge and mountain forest comes to an end.

A secret tip on this tour is the spectacular nut pastry (Nussgipfel) at the start of the tour at Hotel Belalp. No lunch will be needed afterwards :-)