Snowshoeing

No route is too far on snowshoes. They gently carry hikers over a deep blanket of snow. Snowshoeing requires virtually no experience. Anyone who can walk can also snowshoe, thus experiencing the delightful world of pristine winterscapes. Beautiful trails lead through forests, over wide snowfields and along impressive 4000-metre peaks. Once you’ve tried snowshoeing, you’ll always want to come back and leave your tracks in the snow.

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This itinerary offers an ideal setting for recharging your batteries in the heart of Nature while offering an incredible view of the Valaisan Alps.
Anzère

Mayens Pathway Tour

Anzère
The Fleschen Trail takes your breath away – and not just because it’s physically demanding. The trail is also rich in experiences: the views alone make it superb, so your efforts on this snowshoe circuit between Bellwald and Alp Fleschen are sure to be rewarded.
Bellwald

Fleschen Trail

Bellwald
The easy, well-marked snowshoe trail tempts you with a winter idyll to leave the hiking trails behind. Enjoy the beauty of nature, fascinating views and glorious silence.
Bettmeralp

Bettmeralp - Riederalp Trail

Bettmeralp
Starting in Blatten, the trail leads via Rischinen, Egga and Holzji to the Aletschbord, where you can enjoy a fine view of the Great Aletsch Glacier.  
Blatten Belalp

Holzji snowshoe trail

Blatten Belalp
As the name suggests, this easy and relatively short snowshoe hike leads from Blatten valley station through snowy Rischinu Forest to Stalden, making a detour to Gibidum dam above the Massa Gorge. Along the way you’ll be spoiled by Franz and his team at the Belstar restaurant.
Blatten Belalp

Rischinerwald Trail

Blatten Belalp
The Tyndall Trail is dedicated to the Irish scientist and alpinist John Tyndall, which is why you’ll encounter a memorial to him during this snowshoe hike. The route is generally easy to tackle, although the final section is a little more demanding.
Blatten Belalp

Tyndall trail

Blatten Belalp
This route above the village offers views of Bourg-Saint-Pierre and the whole Entremont valley.
Bourg-St-Pierre

N.9 - Plan du Pey

Bourg-St-Pierre
Exposed to the north and often covered in deep snow, this trail leads to the beginning of the Val d’Arpette, on to the Relais d’Arpette and then down along the Champex bisse.    
Champex-Lac

N.1 - Champex Bisse

Champex-Lac
This snowshoe hike offers panoramic views over the Dents du Midi and the Vaud Alps and the chance to stop at a quaint alpine restaurant.
Champoussin

01. Parcours Champoussin - Frâchette

Champoussin
N°1 : This hike accessible to all, is a real source of relaxation by nature, because of its itinerary winding mainly through the forest and the alpine pasture of Chandolin.
Chandolin

Chandolin : Parcours de l'Alpage de Chandolin n°1

Chandolin
This snowshoe route is ideal for those in search of wild nature, tranquillity and rejuvenation. Throughout the route there are panoramic views of the Rhône Valley and the chain of 4000m-high mountains known as the «Imperial Crown».
Crans-Montana

Aminona-Aprili Trail

Crans-Montana
From the Valais village of Bellwald and ancient hamlets to the modern Goms Bridge, the snowshoe tour is packed with stunning contrasts. Discover the Valais of yesterday and today!
Fiesch

Fiesch - Bellwald Trail

Fiesch
You have to be fit to make it all the way from the valley up to Fiescheralp! But the climb through the idyllic forest, past picturesque Valais houses, is well worth the effort.
Fiesch

Fiesch - Fiescheralp Trail

Fiesch
A fairly demanding snowshoe tour from Alpe Äpnet passing through snowy landscapes and the larch forest of Grächen, the high point of the the Hannigalp Trail. You’ll be rewarded for the climb once you reach the end.
Grächen - St. Niklaus

Alpe Äpnet – Hannigalp-Trail

Grächen - St. Niklaus
If there’s one thing you need for the Wannihorn Trail in Grächen, it’s physical fitness. You’ll need to be in good shape for this fairly steep climb, but it’s definitely worth the effort: the view from the Wannihorn is breathtaking.
Grächen - St. Niklaus

Hannigalp Wannihorn Trail

Grächen - St. Niklaus
N°1 - This medium altitude path allows you to immerse deeply into the forest, with a beautiful view on St-Luc and Chandolin on the way out and a more alpine panorama on the way back, with the 4000-meter peaks in the background.
Grimentz

Grimentz : Montagnetta Path n°1

Grimentz
This east-facing trail is very sunny and offers a magnificent excursion through the Vichères-Liddes ski area.
Liddes/Vichères

N.4 - Plan Beu

Liddes/Vichères
A special treat for snowshoe fans
Lötschental

Guggistafel Trail

Lötschental
This spectacular loop trail offers a superb view of the Dents du Midi and the Vaud Alps beyond.
Morgins

Parcours Tour de Savolaire

Morgins
This pleasant and rather challenging itinerary through the forest and alpine pastures takes you from Ovronnaz to Jorasse, and offers lovely views of the village and its surrounding mountains.
Ovronnaz - Leytron

Jorasse

Ovronnaz - Leytron
Experience the fascination of snowshoeing in the beautiful winter world of Rosswald where the peaceful silence in the woods invigorates body and soul. The view over the Rhone valley is magnificent.
Rosswald

Trail Rosswald - Fleschboden

Rosswald
The Rothwald Trail is a snowshoe hike through the dreamlike winter landscape of the Brig-Simplon region on which snow-capped larch trees accompany you for much of the way.
Rothwald

Rothwald Trail

Rothwald
The Heimischgarte-Trail takes snowshoe hikers through the hamlets and breathtaking landscape above Saas-Balen and ends in Saas-Grund.
Saas-Balen

Heimischgarte-Trail

Saas-Balen
This snowshoe trail leads through the snow-covered larch forest up to the sunny Hannig mountain. Sun and the fantastique view on the Saas mountain panorama are guaranteed on this tour.
Saas-Fee

Hannig-Trail

Saas-Fee
This trail is a must for all snowshoe enthusiasts. In the high alpine terrain, you hike via the Weissmieshütte to the Hohsaas mountain station.
Saas-Grund

Hohsaas-Trail

Saas-Grund
The wildly romantic Simplon is also worth discovering in winter. The circular hike offers varied views and is guaranteed snow thanks to its location at 2000m.
Simplonpass

Snowshoe Tour on the Simplonpass

Simplonpass
Enjoy the absolute tranquillity of nature high above the Vispertal valley on the Gspon Trail. The sunny plateau is the touristic heart of the municipality of Staldenried. Small yet beautiful, it offers spectacular views of the Valais mountain landscape.
Staldenried – Gspon

Gspon-Trail

Staldenried – Gspon
The Waldegga Trail in Gspon is special for many reasons, including the pure sunshine, enchanting views and all-round relaxation in a snow-capped winter forest. Although above all, it's still possible to hike it when many other snowshoe tours are no longer feasible.
Staldenried – Gspon

Waldegga Trail

Staldenried – Gspon
In 1957, the women of Unterbäch were the first to be able to vote in Switzerland. The Frauenzitate trail is dedicated to the courage of these pioneers.
Unterbäch

Frauenzitate-Trail Unterbäch

Unterbäch
This snow shoe trail through the forest along ancient waterways offers sun and a breathtaking panoramic view.
Visperterminen

Hüoterhüsi Trail

Visperterminen
Enjoy a spectacular view of numerous 4000m peaks from this trail on which it seems the sky is within touching distance.
Visperterminen

Visperterminen Panoramic Trail

Visperterminen
This snowshoe trail leads close to the Gornergrat Bahn railway line from Gornergrat down to Rotenboden. Snow, sunshine and a magnificent mountain panorama with the Matterhorn promise a memorable hike.
Zermatt

Challenge Trail (Nr. 141)

Zermatt
This trail leads practically under the north face of the Matterhorn. The rock wall, dark and mighty, dominates the landscape. The feeling of wading over the snow under the iconic peak is unlike any other.
Zermatt

North Face Trail (Nr. 144)

Zermatt
This snowshoe trail leads to some magically beautiful spots between Rotenboden and Riffelberg. Along the way it passes the frozen Riffelsee, hibernating under a thick blanket of snow.
Zermatt

Panorama Trail (Nr. 142)

Zermatt
This snowshoe hike can be quite a challenge, depending on snow conditions. The route leads 741 vertical metres down the mountain. But walkers’ efforts are well rewarded: the view over the village of Zermatt is magical.
Zermatt

White Magic Trail (Nr. 143)

Zermatt