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Tourism offices 4 Important telephone numbers 7 Events 8 Getting here 9 Aerial cableways 1 3 Baggage transport to your accommodation 24 Winter panoramic map 26 Ski pass for the Aletsch Arena 28 Visitor’s card 33 Brunch in the train Families welcome 34 Brig / Mörel / -Talstation / Lax / – Andermatt Ski schools 36 every thursday and friday, 29.01. – 27.03.2015 Restaurants 42 Price per person CHF 98.– Après-ski . Nightlife 56 Local businesses . Opening hours 60 Gourmet in the train Wellness . Beauty 68 «Wine & Dine» Sports 7 0 Brig / Mörel / Betten-Talstation / Lax / Fiesch – Disentis Culture 7 2 every saturday, 04.04. – 23.05.2015 Summer preview 2015 7 4 Price per person CHF 165.–

For more information & bookings call +41 (0)848 642 442

Your ticket to adventure. 2 www.mgbahn.ch

MGB_34-0137_Inserat_AletschArenaBrunchImZug_110x190.indd 3 02.05.14 08:39 Tourism offices Vermarktungsorganisation Aletsch Arena AG CH-3992 t +41 27 928 41 34 [email protected] www.aletscharena.ch

Opening hours Season Mon–Sat 8.30 am–12 noon & 1.30–5 pm High Season Riederalp Mörel Tourism Mon–Sat 8.30 am–12 noon & 1.30–5 pm CH-3987 Riederalp Sun 9 am–12 noon & 1.30–4 pm t +41 27 928 60 50 f +41 27 928 60 5 1 Opening hours Mörel [email protected] Season www.riederalp.ch Tue–Fri 8.30 am–12 noon & 1.30–5 pm High Season Tue–Sat 8.30 am–12 noon & 1.30–5 pm

Opening hours Bettmeralp Season Mon–Sat 8.30 am–12 noon & 1.30–5.30 pm High Season Bettmeralp Tourism Mon–Sat 8.30 am–12 noon & 1.30–5.30 pm CH-3992 Bettmeralp Sun 9 am–12 noon t +41 27 928 60 60 f +41 27 928 60 61 [email protected] www.bettmeralp.ch

Opening hours Fiesch Season Mon–Fri 8.30 am–12 noon & 1.30–5.30 pm High Season Tourism Mon–Fri 8.30 am–12 noon & 1.30–5.30 pm Furkastrasse 44, CH-3984 Fiesch Sat 9 am–4 pm t +41 27 970 60 70 f +41 27 970 60 71 Opening hours Lax [email protected] Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri www.fiesch.ch 9–11 am & 2.30–4.30 pm

4 tourism offices Tourism offices 5 Important telephone numbers

Ambulance Emergency number 144

Car transport Furka car transport +41 848 642 442 Lötschberg car transport +41 900 553 333 (CHF 1.50 ⁄ min) Iselle car transport +41 900 300 300 (CHF 1.19 ⁄ min)

Dentists Emergency number +41 27 924 15 88 Dr. med. Ellen Schönteich, Mörel +41 27 927 36 66 +41 79 262 57 80 Dr. med. dent. Bernhard Bortis, Fiesch +41 27 970 12 12 Dr. med. dent. Patrick Flüeler, Fiesch +41 27 97 1 30 10

Doctors Dr. Derani Khaled, Riederalp +41 27 927 21 1 7 Dr. Reinhard Menath, Mörel +41 27 927 10 27

hristian Perret – C hristian Promotion © Valais/Wallis Dr. Robert Jenewein, Bettmeralp +41 27 927 28 08 Dr. Rosanna Gischig, Fiesch +41 27 97 1 26 36 Dr. Tilman Meier-Ruge, Fiesch +41 27 971 1 7 37 The Aletsch Arena in winter Emergency road 140 assistance Infinite fun on the ski runs right at your doorstep, innumerable winter hiking trails through snowy fairytale landscapes and all of it with magnificent pano- Emergency transport riederalp +41 27 928 66 59 ramic views of the 4,000 meter/13,000 foot Valais peaks and the majestic service Bettmeralp +41 27 928 4 1 4 1

Great . Winter sports fun for one and all is guaranteed in the Fire service 118 Aletsch Arena, and with 300 days of sun per year, it’s not just the snow that’s assured. Lost property office riederalp Mörel Tourism +41 27 928 60 50 Bettmeralp Tourism +41 27 928 60 60 Riederalp, Bettmeralp, Fiesch-Eggishorn – three resorts, one skiing area, Fiesch Tourism +41 27 970 60 70

­including beginners’ slopes, snow parks, half-pipes and illuminated night Pharmacies Dorf-Apotheke, Mörel +41 27 927 31 31 runs as well. Those who think the more than 100 kilometers/62 miles of Alpen-Apotheke, Bettmeralp +41 27 927 25 82 outstandingly groomed pistes don’t offer enough variety can get their Dr. Christoph Imhof, Fiesch +41 27 97 1 29 94 adrenalin rush on one of the marked freeride slopes in the Aletsch Arena. Moreover, the mountain guides and ski instructors can show you several Police Emergency number 117 Fiesch +41 27 970 68 60 fantastic off-piste slopes around and even across the GreatA letsch Glacier. Brig +41 27 921 67 00

- UNESCO World Heritage Site – -Aletsch Rescue center emergency number 144 - Viewpoints at Moosfluh, and Eggishorn Aletsch Riederalp Bahnen AG +41 27 928 66 59 - Families welcome Fiesch-Eggishorn +41 27 97 1 17 86 Unnergoms +41 27 97 1 30 30 - 104 km/62 miles of perfectly groomed slopes Oberwallis Hospital +41 27 970 33 33 - State-of-the-art transportation facilities - Freeride slopes Road conditions 163 - 72 km/44 miles of winter hiking trails passes

- Snowshoe trails Traffic and avalanche +41 900 571 000 - Sledding runs information Goms (CHF 0.86 ⁄ min) - Snow sports schools Vets Drs. med. vet. M. and K. Kull, +41 27 971 40 44 www.aletscharena.ch Weather report Meteo Schweiz 162

Important telephone numbers 7 Events Getting here

Winter 2014⁄2015

Nov 21–23, 2014 Goms Advent Market, Fiesch dec 5, 2014 “Nachttrichjer” Fiesch- dec 5–8, 2014 *New* “Learn to ski in 3 days” Free special event for children aged 3–6 dec 5–7, 2014 Winter opening, Fiescheralp dec 7, 2014 Kids’ Day with Patrizia Kummer, Fiescheralp dec 13, 2014 11th winter launch party, Bettmeralp dec 24, 2014 christmas in the forest, Riederalp dec 26, 2014 ecumenical Christmas service, Fiesch dec 30, 2014 aletsch torchlit descent, Riederalp Jan 1, 2015 torchlit descent, Bettmeralp Jan 6, 2015 Feast of the Epiphany, Riederalp Jan 6, 2015 *NEW* Nostalgic legends and myths hike, Bettmeralp Jan 18, 2015 World Snow Day in the Aletsch Arena Snow festival for children aged 4–16 By train Jan 25, 2015 Migros Grand Prix – biggest youth ski race in Europe The car-free Aletsch Arena with the resorts Fiescheralp, Bettmeralp and Qualification race at Riederalp Riederalp and the NEAT connection through the Lötschberg Base Tunnel Feb 3, 2015 *NEW* Nostalgic legends and myths hike, Bettmeralp presents the perfect invitation to leave your car at home and travel here by Feb 4, 2015 3 hours’ night racing, Bettmeralp train. It is really easy to travel from Geneva, Zurich, Basel, Berne, Milan or Feb 12, 2015 “Maskentreiben” carnival, Riederalp Germany without having to change trains until Brig/Visp. In Brig/Visp, you Feb 15, 2015 Kids’ Day with Patrizia Kummer, Riederalp change to the Gotthard Bahn and travel to Mörel (connection to Feb 22, 2015 *NEW* Stubeta (food and folk music) Riederalp), to Betten Talstation (connection to Bettmeralp) or to Fiesch on the Bettmerhorn (connection to Fiescheralp). Alternatively, you can travel to Fiesch-Lax, Betten Feb 25, 2015 Steepest torchlit descent in the world, Fiescheralp Talstation and Mörel via Goms. This journey goes from Zurich or Basel to Mar 1, 2015 *NEW* Stubeta (food and folk music) on the Eggishorn Göschenen, where you again take the Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn and travel Mar 3, 2015 *NEW* Nostalgic legends and myths hike, Bettmeralp through Goms to Fiesch-Lax, Betten Talstation, or Mörel. Mar 8, 2015 *NEW* Stubeta (food and folk music) on the Moosfluh Mar 19, 2015 “Seppi Day” in the Aletsch Arena For more details, see www.sbb.ch or www.mgbahn.ch. If you have an urgent *NEW* Nostalgia day incl. traditional music enquiry, please contact the rail service at +41 900 300 300 (CHF 1.19/min.) at all 3 viewpoints or your nearest station. Mar 21–28, 2015 *NEW* Snow mandalas with Simon Beck – snow art workshop Journey times with the NEAT connection to the Aletsch Arena Mar 29, 2015 Kids’ Day with Patrizia Kummer, Bettmeralp From Berne 1 hr 43 min., from Lucerne 2 hrs 50 min., from Zurich main station apr 3, 2015 easter Festival, Riederalp 2 hrs 48 min., from Basel 2 hrs 51 min. apr 4, 2015 easter Egg Hunt, Fiesch-Lax-Fieschertal apr 4, 2015 Bag-jump contest, Bettmeralp apr 18, 2015 end of season, Aletsch Arena

Please see the detailed weekly and monthly programs on our websites New from Dec 14, 2014: Visp/Brig–Fiesch every 1/2 hour NEw www.riederalp.ch, www.bettmeralp.ch, www.fiesch.ch and ­ www.aletscharena.ch. Also look out for the weekly announcements Direct rail connection to the ski slopes – from Dec 14, 2014 it’s even more in the tourism offices in Riederalp, Mörel, Bettmeralp and Fiesch. convenient to travel with public transportation/MGB to the Aletsch Arena. Fiesch–Brig departures every half hour.

8 Events Getting here 9 By car

Coming from Geneva, drive along Lake Geneva and the Rhone valley, coming Simplon car transport (Brig and Iselle) from Milan, take the Simplon Pass, which is open all year round, coming from The car transport is open all year round. Trains run approx. every 2 hours Germany via Basel, Berne, Thun to Kandersteg, where you will experience a between Brig and Iselle (11 trains per day on weekdays and 10 trains per day 12-minute car transport through the Lötschberg Tunnel. Continue your jour- on the weekends). The journey takes 20 minutes. ney via Brig to Mörel, Betten Talstation, Lax, Fiesch or Fieschertal. Coming from the greater Zurich area, Lucerne or Gotthard, take the Furka Tunnel (car Information: transport), which is open all year round, to the Rhone valley and down to www.sbb.ch/en/station-services/car-bike/car-trains/autoverlad-simplon.html ­Fiesch, Fieschertal, Lax, Betten Talstation or Mörel. Timetable and prices subject to change.

Please note: The Oberalp Pass is closed in winter and the car transport is frequently fully booked on the weekends. Parking Phone number for road condition report: 163 Parking spaces and fees Furka car transport (Oberwald and Realp Mörel and Breiten Individual journey CHF 33.00 (Oct 1–May 31) Information from Oberwald station: t +41 27 927 76 66, www.mbgbahn.ch Parkhaus ARBAG, Mörel t +41 27 928 66 11 Lötschberg car transport (Kandersteg and Goppenstein) www.riederalp.ch Individual journey CHF 27.00 (Friday to Sunday, general public holidays) Individual journey CHF 22.00 (Monday to Thursday) 379 covered spaces Buy tickets in advance at a reduced rate from Riederalp Mörel Tourism, 50 outdoor spaces (next to cable car station) Bettmeralp Tourism and Eggishorn Tourism 130 outdoor spaces (next to stone barn)

Information: t +41 58 327 41 21, autoverlad@bls, Parking Aletsch GmbH, Mörel http://bls.ch/e/autoverlad/autoverlad.php t +41 27 927 29 69 For reservations and prices, see: www.parking-aletsch.ch

Parkplätze Albert Walpen opposite garage Olympia, Mörel t +41 79 628 01 10 15 covered spaces 7 days cHF 30.00

Parkplatz Kurort Breiten, Breiten t +41 27 928 60 10 www.breiten.ch 50 covered spaces 1 day cHF 7.50 30 days cHF 120.00 30 outdoor spaces 1 day cHF 5.50 30 days CHF 80.00

10 Getting here Getting here 11 Aerial cableways

Parking spaces and fees Betten Talstation (lower station) t +41 27 928 41 41 [email protected] www.bettmeralp.ch See online for current prices.

Multi-story car park 1 day cHF 8.00 Outdoor parking spaces 1 day cHF 6.00 Accepted means of payment: Credit cards: Mastercard, Amex, Visa Cash: Swiss francs, euros

Parking spaces and fees Aerial cableways Fiesch–Eggishorn t +41 27 971 27 00 www.eggishorn.ch Aletsch Riederalp Bahnen AG Outdoor parking spaces – fees: Up to 2 hrs cHF 3.00 1 day cHF 7.00 5 days cHF 32.00 Aletsch Riederalp Bahnen AG (ARBAG), CH-3983 Mörel Up to 6 hrs cHF 4.00 2 days cHF 14.00 6 days cHF 38.00 t +41 27 928 41 41, f +41 27 928 41 42 12 hrs cHF 6.00 3 days cHF 20.00 7 days cHF 44.00 [email protected], www.riederalp.ch 4 days cHF 26.00 14 days cHF 85.00 Season CHF 150.00 Tickets for the cable car feeder service Mörel-Riederalp Year CHF 250.00 GA travelcard SBB valid to Riederalp. Individual travelers Single Return Accepted means of payment: Swiss francs Adult CHF 9.60* cHF 19.20* Children (6–16 years), Half-Fare travelcard cHF 4.80* cHF 9.60* Dogs, Swiss Pass CHF 4.80* cHF 9.60*

Eggishorn Tour groups – individual journeys Discounts for groups of 10 or more.

Bettmerhorn Tickets can be used for both the Riederalp and the Bettmeralp cable car, i.e.

Moosfluh Hohfluh you can travel back down to the valley from either location.

Baggage Fiescheralp Bettmeralp Each traveler is entitled to carry 2 pieces of baggage, maximum 25 kg, in the

Riederalp cable car free of charge. If your baggage exceeds this weight, baggage carts

Fieschertal can be hired for CHF 10.00 for a single journey (CHF 15.00 return) at the lower

Betten Dorf and upper stations. Please leave the carts in the stations after unloading! Ried-Mörel Greich Lax Fiesch Betten Talstation

Mörel⁄Breiten Baggage handling Riederalp large aerial cable car, t +41 27 928 66 55, daily 8 am–5.30 pm Advance sale of baggage tickets: Mon–Thu, 8 am–5.30 pm

* prices shown are for guidance only

12 Getting here Aerial cableways 13 Baggage storage (24 hrs) Timetable Riederalp Riederalp Mitte (center) and Riederalp West upper stations of the aerial ­cableways Valid from December 14, 2014–December 12, 2015 Baggage lockers CHF 3.00 Ski lockers CHF 3.00⁄CHF 5.00 Mörel and Riederalp Mitte aerial cable car – departures For more information, please see www.riederalp.ch 1 minute from Mörel MGB (142), stop: Greich–Goppisberg, length: 2,798 m, vertical rise: 1,141 m, 2 cabins for 80 persons each Parking spaces 379 covered spaces 1 day cHF 12.00 05.55 x 06.40 07.03 x 07.25 * 07.40 x 08.03 x 08.40 09.03 x 09.40 6+7 days CHF 72.00 10.03 x 10.40 1 1.03 x 11.30 * 1 1.40 12.03 x 1 2.40 13.03 x 13.40 50 outdoor spaces (next to cable car station) 1 day cHF 12.00 14.03 x 14.40 15.03 x 15.40 16.03 x 16.25 * 16.40 x 17.03 x 17.40 6+7 days CHF 72.00 18.03 x 18.40 x 19.03 x 19.40 20.03 x 20.40 x 21.03 x 22.03 x 23.05 x | 1 0 130 outdoor spaces (next to stone barn) 1 day cHF 9.00 23.25 20 7 days CHF 54.00 Explanation of symbols Opening hours of ski lifts, 9 am–4.30 pm 10 Monday to Saturday Fares Moosfluh/Hohfluh, especially suitable for winter hikers 20 Sunday * Individual journeys Single Return School departures operate only on school days x Stop on request in Greich Adults CHF 10.80 cHF 18.00 Children CHF 5.40 cHF 9.00 We cannot guarantee compliance with the timetable during continuous operation.

Sledding & airboard fun⁄night skiing The popular sledding & airboard fun event near the Moosfluh aerial cable- Mörel and Riederalp West gondola – departures way will be taking place again this winter. From Jan 28, 2015–Mar 18, 2015, 1 minute from Mörel MGB (142), gondola: cabins for 6 people each every Wednesday from 5–6 pm in good weather conditions. You can hire sleds and airboards in the sports stores. There will also be night skiing every 07.03 07.25 s 07.40 08.03 08.40 09.03 09.40 10.03 10.40 Tuesday from 7–9 pm at the Alpenrose learner lifts. For further information, 11.25 s 11.40 12.03 1 2.40 13.03 13.40 14.03 14.40 15.03 enquire at Aletsch Riederalp Bahnen AG, t +41 27 928 41 41, www.riederalp.ch 15.40 16.03 16.25 s 16.40 17.03 17.40 18.03 18.40 19.03 19.40 20.03 21.40 23.20 3 | 23.40 4 |

Explanation of symbols departure in Mörel and Ried-Mörel, only operates between Mörel and Ried-Mörel (1st section) 3 Monday to Saturday: with prior telephone booking by 6 pm at Ried-Mörel station, +41 27 928 66 33 4 Sunday: with prior telephone booking by 6 pm at Ried-Mörel station, +41 27 928 66 33 s School departures operate only on school days

We cannot guarantee compliance with the timetable during continuous operation.

Inspection Day – 1st section: travel time 5 min./every 1st Thursday of the month, operation partially suspended.

Inspection Day – 2nd section: travel time 8 min./every 1st Wednesday of the month, operation partially suspended.

14 aerial cableways Aerial cableways 15 Bettmeralp Bahnen AG

Bettmeralp Bahnen AG, CH-3992 Bettmeralp Baggage Administration building Each traveler is entitled to carry 2 pieces of baggage, maximum 20 kg, in the t +41 27 928 41 41, f +41 27 928 41 42 cable car free of charge. Bicycle (unladen) CHF 5.00. If your baggage ex- [email protected], www.bettmeralp.ch ceeds this weight, baggage carts can be hired for CHF 10.00 for a single jour- Pre-recorded information t +41 27 928 41 11 ney (return CHF 20.00) at the lower and upper stations. Please leave the carts in the stations after unloading! Loaded private carts and sleds cost Tickets for the aerial cable car Betten Talstation–Bettmeralp CHF 5.00 per journey. GA travelcard SBB valid to Bettmeralp Individual travelers Single Return Advance sale of baggage tickets Adult CHF 9.60 cHF 19.20 Mon–Thu from 8 am–6 pm at baggage counter of Bettmeralp upper station. Children (6–16 years), Half-Fare travelcard, cHF 4.80 cHF 9.60 Tickets for your final destination must always to be presented for inspection. dogs, Swiss Pass Baggage storage (24 hrs) Tickets can be used for both the Riederalp and the Bettmeralp cable car, i.e. you can Aerial cableways, Bettmeralp upper station, baggage lockers CHF 3.00⁄ travel back down to the valley from either location. CHF 5.00, ski and snowboard lockers CHF 2.00

Tickets for the aerial cable car Betten Talstation–Betten Dorf International registered baggage GA travelcard SBB valid to Bettmeralp Information at baggage counter of aerial cableways, Bettmeralp upper station. Individual travelers Single Return Adult CHF 3.60 cHF 7.20 Prices for registered baggage Children (6–16 years), Half-Fare travelcard, cHF 2.20 cHF 3.40 Rail travelers, i.e. those with rail ticket for public transportation: dogs, Swiss Pass suitcases, bags, sleds CHF 12.00 per item Skis and boots packed in own bags up to 25 kg CHF 12.00 Tickets for the aerial cable car Betten Talstation–Betten Dorf Skis and boots packed in the transport company’s own bags CHF 12.00 per pair GA travelcard SBB valid to Bettmeralp Tickets for your final destination must always to be presented for inspection! Individual travelers Single Return Adult CHF 6.80 cHF 13.60 Half-Fare travelcard, GA travelcard, children from 6–16 years of age and dogs Children (6–16 years), Half-Fare travelcard, cHF 3.40 cHF 6.80 50% discount on normal fares. Groups of 10 or more: 20% discount. dogs, Swiss Pass Special discount for families: Junior and Grandchild travelcard is valid!

Tour groups – individual journeys Alpmatten funicular Discounts for groups of 10 or more. Operating hours: Sun–Thu 6 am–10 pm, Fri/Sat 6 am–11 pm. Tickets can be used for both the Riederalp and the Bettmeralp cable car, i.e. The funicular can be used free of charge. you can travel back down to the valley from either location. Wurzenbord Pedestrians can travel on the Wurzenbord chairlift (at certain times only).

16 aerial cableways Aerial cableways 17 Timetable Bettmeralp

Valid from December 14, 2014 to December 12, 2015

Betten Talstation–Betten Dorf (cabin for 48 persons) Betten Talstation–Bettmeralp (cabins for 117 persons), Betten Talstation to Betten Dorf large aerial cable cars, direct service Please note there is a new regular-interval timetable in operation 06.18 06.45 07.18 07.50 08.20 08.50 09.20 09.50 10.20 10.50 1 1 .20 1 1 .50 12.20 12.50 13.20 13.50 14.20 14.50 Betten Talstation and Bettmeralp departures 15.20 15.50 16.20 16.50 17.18 17.45 18.18 18.45 19.18 19.45 20.18 20.45 21.18 21.45 22.18 22.45 23.15 2 23.30 3 07.55 08.15 08.45 09.15 09.45 10.15 10.45 11.15 11.45 12.15 13.00 13.30 14.00 14.30 15.00 15.30 16.00 16.30 Betten Dorf to Betten Talstation 17.00 17.30 18.00

06.00 06.33 07.05 07.33 08.05 08.33 09.05 09.33 10.05 Winter season Dec 19, 2014–Apr 12, 2015 (extra departures) 10.33 11.05 1 1.33 12.05 12.33 13.05 13.33 14.05 14.33 Fridays until 10 pm/Saturdays 5.55 am–9 pm/Sundays until 8 pm 15.05 15.33 16.05 16.33 17.05 17.33 18.05 18.33 19.05 19.33 20.05 20.33 21.05 21.33 22.05 22.40 23.00 23.35 18.30 19.00 19.30 20.00 20.30 21.00 21.30 22.00

Winter season Dec 20, 2014–Apr 11, 2015 (extra departures) Betten Dorf–Bettmeralp (cabins for 50 persons) Saturdays 5.55 am–9 pm Betten Dorf and Bettmeralp departures 05.55 06.25 06.55 07.25 05.50 06.25 06.55 07.25 07.55 08.25 08.55 09.25 09.55 10.25 10.55 1 1 .25 1 1 .40 1 1 1 .55 12.25 15.55 13.25 13.55 14.25 14.55 15.25 15.55 16.25 16.55 17.05 1 17.25 17.55 18.25 18.55 19.25 19.55 20.25 20.55 21.25 21.55 22.30 22.50 23.25 2 23.35 3

1 School departures operate only on school days 2 Monday to Saturday 3 Sundays only in place of the departures marked with a 2 4 no connection to Betten Talstation

Bookings Groups and school classes are kindly requested to book 48 hours in advance by con- tacting the office on t +41 27 928 41 41. The aerial cable car via Betten Dorf connects with Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn trains (guaranteed connection).

18 aerial cableways Aerial cableways 19 Luftseilbahnen Fiesch–Eggishorn AG Hire of ski lockers at Fiescheralp middle station 1 day cHF 5.00 8 days cHF 40.00 15 days cHF 70.00 Luftseilbahnen Fiesch–Eggishorn AG, Furkastrasse 61, CH-3984 Fiesch 2 days cHF 10.00 9 days cHF 45.00 16 days cHF 74.00 t +41 27 971 27 00, f +41 27 971 36 30 3 days cHF 15.00 10 days cHF 50.00 17 days cHF 78.00 www.eggishorn.ch, [email protected] 4 days cHF 20.00 1 1 days cHF 54.00 18 days cHF 82.00 5 days cHF 25.00 12 days cHF 58.00 19 days cHF 86.00 Tickets for Fiesch–Fiescheralp or Fiescheralp–Eggishorn 6 days cHF 30.00 13 days cHF 62.00 20 days cHF 90.00 Individual journey Single Return 7 days cHF 35.00 14 days cHF 66.00 21 days cHF 94.00 Adults CHF 17.20 cHF 26.20 Whole winter season cHF 250.00 Children, Half-Fare travelcard, cHF 8.60 cHF 13.10 dogs, Swiss Pass (50%) The ski locker has space for 2 pairs of skis and 2 pairs of boots. Can only be Groups of 10 people or more 20% discount booked locally at the ticket office. No advance reservation possible. Goms-Aletsch-Brig visitor’s card 10% discount GA travelcard valid on feeder service Fiesch–Fiescheralp. Ski lift Blätz, Fieschertal Fiescheralp–Eggishorn 50% discount. In operation from Saturday, December 20, 2014–March 1, 2015* *snow permitting Tickets for Fiesch–Eggishorn Individual journey Single Return Opening hours Adults CHF 30.80 cHF 42.80 High season: christmas⁄New Year⁄January 31–March 1, 2015 Children, Half-Fare travelcard, cHF 15.40 cHF 21.40 daily 9.30–11.45 am, 1–4 pm dogs, Swiss Pass (50%) Groups of 10 people or more 20% discount Low season: January, Mon–Fri 12 noon–4 pm Goms-Aletsch-Brig visitor’s card 10% discount Mornings only for groups/clubs on request GA travelcard CHF 8.60 cHF 13.10 Sat–Sun 9.30–11.45 am, 1–4 pm from March 2 only for groups/clubs on request Schools and youth groups (6–21 years) Single Return Prices Fiesch–Eggishorn CHF 12.40 cHF 17.20 Small children (1–6) Children (6–16 J) Adults Fiesch–Fiescheralp CHF 7.00 cHF 10.60 Individual journey cHF 0.7 5 cHF 1.50 cHF 2.00 Fiescheralp–Eggishorn cHF 7.00 cHF 10.60 ½-day pass** cHF 3.50 cHF 7.00 cHF 10.00 Day pass CHF 5.00 cHF 10.00 cHF 16.00 Baggage 3-day pass CHF 12.00 cHF 24.00 cHF 40.00 Baggage carts: small CHF 10.00⁄large CHF 20.00 per journey 7-day pass CHF 24.00 cHF 48.00 cHF 80.00 Season pass cHF 50.00 cHF 100.00 cHF 140.00 **mornings or afternoons/these prices also apply to tobogganing All prices are listed in CHF per person, incl. 8% VAT. Prices subject to change. Night tobogganing Every Thursday in the month of February 2015 from 6–8 pm

incl. hire of sled without hire of sled Small children (1–6) free of charge free of charge Children (6–16) cHF 8.00 cHF 6.00 Adults CHF 10.00 cHF 8.00 Aletsch ski pass cHF 5.00 free of charge Groups (only if booked in advance) flat rate cHF 200.00

20 aerial cableways Aerial cableways 21 Timetable Fiesch–Eggishorn

Fiesch–Fiescheralp Fiescheralp–Fiesch Fiesch–Fiescheralp Fiescheralp–Fiesch Oct 27–Dec 5, 2014 Monday–Friday Monday–Friday Apr 19–Jun 3, 2015 Monday–Friday Monday–Friday 07.15, 07.45, 09.30, 11.45, 07.30, 09.30, 11.45, 07.15, 07.45, 09.30, 11.45, 07.30, 09.30, 11.45, Maintenance 13.15, 15.15, 17.00 13.15, 15.15, 17.15 Maintenance 13.15, 15.15, 17.00 13.15, 15.15, 17.15 Saturday, Sunday and Saturday, Sunday and Saturday, Sunday and Saturday, Sunday and public holidays 10.15, 17.15 public holidays 10.30, 17.30 public holidays 10.15, 17.15 public holidays 10.30, 17.30

Fiescheralp–Eggishorn Eggishorn–Fiescheralp Fiescheralp–Eggishorn Eggishorn–Fiescheralp no service no service no service no service

Fiesch–Fiescheralp Fiescheralp–Fiesch Dec 6–20, 2014 07.15, 07.30, 08.00, 08.30 07.30, 08.00, 08.30 Children’s ski lift Blätz in Fieschertal Reduced operation 09.10–18.10 every 30 min. 09.10–18.10 every 30 min.

Christmas holidays evening journey 21.15 evening journey 21.30 For operating times and further information, see page 21 or www.eggishorn.ch, Dec 19, 2014 www.aletscharena.ch Fiescheralp–Eggishorn Eggishorn–Fiescheralp no service no service Sportbus Fiesch–Fiescheralp Fiescheralp–Fiesch The Sportbus offers connections between Fieschertal – Fiesch aerial cable- Dec 21–Apr 12, 2015 07.15, 07.30, 08.00, 08.30 07.30, 08.00, 08.30 way – Lax and Steinhaus – Fiesch aerial cableway. 09.10–17.10 every 20 min. 09.10–17.10 every 20 min. 17.40, 18.10, 18.40 17.40, 18.10, 18.40 The Sportbus will operate from December 14, 2014 to April 11, 2015 (partly evening journey, daily 21.15 evening journey, daily 21.30 reduced service) daily between Fieschertal – Fiesch – Lax and Steinhaus – Christmas Dec 24, 2014 - 22.00 Ernen – Fiesch. Timetables can be obtained from Luftseilbahnen Fiesch- New Year’s Eve Dec 31, 2014 20.15, 01.15, 02.15 20.30, 01.30, 02.30 Eggis­horn AG or from Eggishorn Tourism. Good Friday Apr 3, 2015 20.15 20.30 Info Fiescheralp–Eggishorn Eggishorn–Fiescheralp Luftseilbahnen Fiesch-Eggishorn AG 09.30–15.50 09.50–16.10 Furkastrasse 61, CH - 3984 Fiesch every 20 min. every 20 min. t +41 27 971 27 00, www.eggishorn.ch, www.aletscharena.ch

Fiesch–Fiescheralp Fiescheralp–Fiesch Apr 13–18, 2015 07.15, 07.30, 08.00, 08.30 07.30, 08.00, 08.30 Reduced operation 09.10–18.10 every 30 min. 09.10–18.10 every 30 min.

Fiescheralp–Eggishorn Eggishorn–Fiescheralp no service no service

22 aerial cableways Aerial cableways 23 Baggage transport to your accommodation

Riederalp Imhof Transporte t +41 27 927 18 59⁄+41 79 224 98 90, taxi: bookings t +41 27 927 18 59 Baggage sled hire from Riederalp Mörel Tourism Hire fee CHF 5.00, deposit CHF 50.00, guide time maximum 2 hrs Taxi Margelisch⁄Snow-Express t +41 27 928 60 50 Bettmeralp – Riederalp taxi: bookings t +41 79 695 93 02, www.taximargelisch.ch Andreas Transporte AG Elmar Berchtold, Haus Bux Prices for baggage transport from upper station of aerial cableway t +41 27 927 19 85⁄+41 79 628 60 68, [email protected] CHF 20.00 to CHF 60.00

Walker Transporte Riederalp Guidelines for baggage transport in Bettmeralp Damian Imhof, Haus Montanara If the baggage of two families is transported in the same run, each family t +41 79 310 50 52, www.walkertransporte.ch will get a discount of CHF 5.00. The prices listed are for guidance only! After 7 pm or if a family brings more than the average amount of baggage, there Prices of taxis from Riederalp Mitte upper station is a surcharge of between CHF 5.00 and CHF 15.00. Only one person may CHF 30.00 to CHF 70.00, to Bettmeralp aerial cableway station CHF 100.00 travel with the baggage per family.

Discount Advance booking If the baggage of two families is transported in the same run, each family Please book your return transport with the transport company at least 1 day will get a discount of CHF 5.00 off the transport price. beforehand. Please also allow sufficient time for the transfer: you may need to allow up to 1 hour, depending on the distance. Advance bookings should Important be made directly with the official transport companies. Please book your return transport by 5 pm the evening before. Please also allow sufficient time for the transfer: you may need to allow up to 1 hour, Guide prices for baggage transport from Bettmeralp aerial cable car (CC) depending on the distance. Only one person may travel with the baggage Minimum fare CHF 20.00 per family. CC-Panorama-Sonnenresidenz CHF 25.00 CC-Alpfrieden-Stadel-Thymian CHF 30.00 Surcharges CC-Learner lift-Ski school meeting place-Yvonne cHF 35.00 CHF 5.00 to CHF 30.00 if there is more than the average amount of baggage, CC-Walliserstube-Restaurant Adler-Bettmerhof cHF 40.00 CHF 5.00 night surcharge from 7 pm, CHF 10.00 night surcharge from 9 pm, LCC-Sports center-Hotel Aletsch-Laurin CHF 45.00 CHF 15.00 early morning surcharge before 7 am. LSB-Arnika-Tilly-Alpmatten Chalets CHF 50.00

We recommend that visitors inform themselves of the prices and the service­ provided before using the service. Fiesch-Eggishorn

Baggage transport in Fiescheralp Reservations, Fiesch–Eggishorn aerial cableway, t +41 27 971 17 86 Bettmeralp Guide prices for baggage transport in Fiescheralp Taxi Hotline Fiescheralp CHF 50.00, Laxeralp/Galvera CHF 70.00, Fiescherstafel CHF 90.00 t +41 27 928 68 68, taxi hotline and number for late service from 5 pm No transport to Fiescherstafel between 9.20 am–4.30 pm (during operation of Heimatt lift) Aletsch Transporte Gebrüder Mangisch Taxi down in the valley t +41 27 927 27 87⁄+41 79 449 47 60, www.aletschtransporte.ch Taxi Mutter, t +41 79 370 57 34

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FAMILY Destination

Jungfrau Mönch 4158 m 4107 m Grosses Fusshorn Geisshorn Bettmerhorn Elsenlücke Eggishorn 3626 m 3740 m 4193 m 2858 m 2722 m 2926 m Aletschgletscher Bergstation Eggishorn 2869 m

70 Horli- Hitta Bergstation Bettmerhorn 2647 m X Sparrhorn 3020 m Skitunnel T Eiswelt 57 un 84 52 ne 60 Bettmerhorn lp is Brunnegga te Eggishorn -P VII Brunni Moosfluh 2333 m a n Parks Aletschgletscher o a Z1 r lp a a I Kinderpark Alpenrose m er VI a g II TFI Snowpark M är B U 83 Aletschgletscher 53 a- 72 74 III Halfpipe m 73 55 57a ra IV Prinzenland 21 Hohbalm o Bie -Pa an 75 Kindersonnenland/ Gratweg l-Ale nor P V tsc am Talegga h a Flesch Snowgarden 2 57 71 T1 Hohfluh 2227 m Erlebnispfad VI Funpark Eggishorn 23 58 T2 11 15 Bettmerhorn 101 56 VII Funpark Konkordia 22 12 lauseehang 55 VIII Kinderpark ch-B Alets Skischule Fiesch Aletschgletscher 6 Blausee 2207 m II Silberschuss 54 VIII 204 101 2280 m N S2 45 47 59 Kühboden / Heidis 13 9 76 Fiescheralp 2212 m Hütte Riederfurka 2065 m Bla 6 usee-Sc 303 hön 307 78 7 E eb Schönbiel 82 W o Sa 48 d 46a lzg ä Laxeralp 2 Riederfurka u b-L Heimatt 14 203 axera R1 85 Bettmersee 47a lp 100 C 47 204 16 17 III 3 Moosfluh 18 J1 49 Bättmer- S1 77 R2 Hitta Laxeralp 1 19 IV 46 Fiescher- ee F 50 Wurzenbord 2218 m 1 B 10 s stafel 8 lau 51 Hohfluh B 2 4 a- 50 Riederfurka I in 200 J2 42 43 O te Blausee ts P il 41 K G Golmenegg I1 Riederalp 1925 m 24 Wurzenbord D2 20 204 202 Golmenegg 1895 m Schweibe 204 Fieschertal D1 L1 80 202 G V 44 Blätz Q L2 205 Y 79 81 103 302 Bettmeralp 1950 m 206 102 200 208 307 305 201 301 A2 300 Goms Ried

Fiesch 1049 m Greich 1361 m Goppis- berg H2 Domo 103 H3

Ried-Mörel 1188 m 207 Egga Sport Ferien Resort

Mörel Betten Dorf 1203 m A3 304 Oberried

Breiten 900 m H1 A1 Lax Brig / Visp Deisch Mühlebach Filet 306 Ernen

Steinhaus Mörel 759 m Rotten / Rhône Betten Talstation 826 m Glacier Express / MGBahn Ski pass for the Aletsch Arena

WINTER 2014/15 WINTER 2014/15 Prices calculated at exchange rate of EUR 1.20 Prices calculated at exchange rate of EUR 1.20 Ski passes and tickets are sold at current euro daily rates Ski passes and tickets are sold at current euro daily rates Excl. feeder service from the valley* Incl. feeder service from the valley* Youths born Children born Youths born Children born Days Adults Days Adults 1995–1998 1999–2008 1995–1998 1999–2008 CHF EURO CHF EURO CHF EURO CHF EURO CHF EURO CHF EURO ½ 1 45 approx. 38 39 approx. 33 23 approx. 19 ½ 1 50 approx. 42 43 approx. 36 25 approx. 21 1 55 approx. 46 47 approx. 39 28 approx. 23 1 59 approx. 49 51 approx. 43 30 approx. 25 2 110 approx. 92 94 approx. 78 55 approx. 46 2 118 approx. 98 101 approx. 84 59 approx. 49 3 161 approx. 134 137 approx. 114 81 approx. 68 3 176 approx. 147 150 approx. 125 88 approx. 73 4 207 approx. 173 176 approx. 147 104 approx. 87 4 236 approx. 197 201 approx. 168 118 approx. 98 5 245 approx. 204 209 approx. 174 123 approx. 103 5 289 approx. 241 246 approx. 205 145 approx. 121 6 280 approx. 233 238 approx. 198 140 approx. 117 6 328 approx. 273 279 approx. 233 164 approx. 137 7 312 approx. 260 266 approx. 222 156 approx. 130 7 364 approx. 303 310 approx. 258 182 approx. 152 8 344 approx. 287 293 approx. 244 172 approx. 143 8 401 approx. 334 341 approx. 284 201 approx. 168

9 374 approx. 312 318 approx. 265 187 approx. 156 9 435 approx. 363 370 approx. 308 218 approx. 182

10 403 approx. 336 343 approx. 286 202 approx. 168 10 468 approx. 390 398 approx. 332 234 approx. 195 11 430 approx. 358 366 approx. 305 215 approx. 179 11 500 approx. 417 425 approx. 354 250 approx. 208 12 454 approx. 378 386 approx. 322 227 approx. 189 12 528 approx. 440 449 approx. 374 264 approx. 220 13 480 approx. 400 408 approx. 340 240 approx. 200 13 558 approx. 465 475 approx. 396 279 approx. 233 14 499 approx. 416 425 approx. 354 250 approx. 208 14 582 approx. 485 495 approx. 413 291 approx. 243 15 520 approx. 433 442 approx. 368 260 approx. 217 15 606 approx. 505 516 approx. 430 303 approx. 253 16 540 approx. 450 459 approx. 383 270 approx. 225 16 629 approx. 524 535 approx. 446 315 approx. 263 17 559 approx. 466 476 approx. 397 280 approx. 233 17 651 approx. 543 554 approx. 462 326 approx. 272 18 577 approx. 481 491 approx. 409 289 approx. 241 18 673 approx. 561 573 approx. 478 337 approx. 281 19 595 approx. 496 506 approx. 422 298 approx. 248 19 694 approx. 578 590 approx. 492 347 approx. 289 20 613 approx. 511 522 approx. 435 307 approx. 256 20 715 approx. 596 608 approx. 507 358 approx. 298 21 630 approx. 525 536 approx. 447 315 approx. 263 21 735 approx. 613 625 approx. 521 368 approx. 307

A la carte (non-consecutive days)/season2 A la carte (non-consecutive days)/season2

4 218 approx. 182 186 approx. 155 109 approx. 91 4 232 approx. 193 198 approx. 165 116 approx. 97 7 364 approx. 303 310 approx. 258 182 approx. 152 7 406 approx. 338 346 approx. 288 203 approx. 169 10 469 approx. 391 399 approx. 333 235 approx. 196 10 520 approx. 433 442 approx. 368 260 approx. 217

Season 720 approx. 600 540 approx. 450 360 approx. 300 Season 805 approx. 671 605 approx. 504 405 approx. 338

1 Morning/afternoon tickets: morning valid to 1 pm, afternoon valid from 12 noon 1 Morning/afternoon tickets: morning valid to 1 pm, afternoon valid from 12 noon 2 A la carte tickets (non-consecutive days) during the season: offered for 4, 7, 10 days 2 A la carte tickets (non-consecutive days) during the season: offered for 4, 7, 10 days * Feeder service: Mörel – Riederalp, Betten Talstation – Bettmeralp, Fiesch – Fiescheralp * Feeder service: Mörel – Riederalp, Betten Talstation – Bettmeralp, Fiesch – Fiescheralp

28 Ski pass for the Aletsch Arena Ski pass for the Aletsch Arena 29 Winter hiking pass Aletsch + NEw Opening hours in winter 2014⁄2015 Peak season: Dec 20, 2014–Apr 12, 2015 Enjoy 72 km/45 miles of well-maintained winter hiking trails and over 14 km/8 Low season: Dec 6–14, 2014: day passes for CHF 25.00 miles of snowshoe trails in the family-friendly and car-free Aletsch Arena. Dec 15–19, 2014: 15% discount on day passes The winter hiking pass Aletsch + is the ideal aerial cableway ticket for all Apr 13–18, 2015: reduced operation, 15% discount on day passes winter hikers and snowshoe enthusiasts. Family discount Prices When purchasing ski passes for families, for one or both parents, the 3rd Adults Half-Fare travelcard GA travelcard Families child’s ski pass (for children of your own up to the age of 16 years) is issued youths/children* free of charge. Every additional child after the 3rd will also receive a ski pass CHF 40.00 cHF 25.00 CHF 18.00 cHF 80.00 free of charge. Please show an official identity card/passport.

* Prices for children or Half-Fare travelcard holders also apply to Swiss Pass holders. Parents who take turns in supervising their young children under 6 years of The ticket is valid on the feeder services (Mörel – Riederalp, Betten Talstation – Bettmer­alp, Fiesch – Fiescheralp), on the Hohfluh chairlift, the Moosfluh gondola, the Wurzenbord age can share the same ski pass (1–21 days), each using it on alternate days, chairlift (uphill only), and the MGB route Mörel – Betten Talstation – Fiesch. without paying extra. The same applies to a parent with a babysitter. A joint ski pass (i.e. with photos of both carers) is issued. Only one discount is al- lowed per family.

Viewpoint Ticket Aletsch + NEw

If you are planning a snowshoe trail or winter hike and want to simply enjoy the view from one of our vantage points, then the new Viewpoint Ticket Aletsch + is the ideal solution. Enjoy the breathtaking views of the Great Aletsch Glacier, the heart of the UNESCO World Heritage Site Jungfrau-Aletsch, from our viewpoints (Hohfluh, Moosfluh, Bettmerhorn or Eggishorn).

Prices Adults Half-Fare travelcard GA travelcard Families youths/children* CHF 48.00 cHF 30.00 CHF 22.00 cHF 96.00

* Prices for children or Half-Fare travelcard holders also apply to Swiss Pass holders. All the facilities transporting pedestrians** can be used with the Viewpoint Ticket Aletsch +.

** All feeder services (Mörel – Riederalp, Betten Talstation – Bettmeralp, Fiesch – Fiescheralp), lifts to the viewpoints (Hohfluh chairlift, Moosfluh gondola, Bettmerhorn, Eggishorn), Wurzenbord chairlift (uphill only), and the MGB route Mörel – Betten Talstation – Fiesch.

For suggestions and tips for your winter hike, please see: www.aletscharena.ch/winterwandervorschlag

30 Ski pass for the Aletsch Arena Ski pass for the Aletsch Arena 31 Visitor’s card

Resort . Offers

Riederalp Discount Riederalp Mörel Tourism: Events, concerts, lectures, guided tours 10% Discounted car transport for Lötschberg approx. 20% Moosfluh gondola: single journey 20% Hohfluh chairlift: single journey 20% Brigerbad thermal bath: on all individual admissions 10%

Mörel-Breiten Salina Maris – primordial sea of the Alps: salt water spa, sauna, steam bath, solarium, fitness 10% Brigerbad thermal bath: on all individual admissions 10%

Bettmeralp Bettmeralp Tourism: cultural events free Bachtla Sports Center: indoor swimming pool, sauna, tennis, badminton, volleyball, gym, table tennis 5–15 % Bettmeralp ice skating rink 25–30 % Bettmerhorn gondola: individual journeys 20% Brigerbad thermal bath: on all individual admissions 10%

Fiesch-Eggishorn Aerial cableway Fiesch-Eggishorn: individual journey 10% Sport Ferien Resort Fiesch: indoor swimming pool 50% Next stop Basel. Tennis- und Fitnesscenter: tennis, fitness, wellness, badminton, squash, climbing wall and table tennis cHF 2.00 Apotheke Dr. Imhof (pharmacy): sun protection products 10% Your gateway to Switzerland. Sano Corpo, Hotel Alpenblick, Fieschertal: treatments and various products various Basel is widely known as Switzerland‘s „capital of culture“, Brigerbad thermal bath: on all individual admissions 10% and it would be an ideal stopover point for your trip to Sportbus Fiesch-Fieschertal-Lax-Ernen free travel the Aletsch Arena. Perhaps you‘d like to stroll round the (winter) beautifully preserved historic town centre, visit Basel‘s po- Important notice to visitors: pular zoo or drop into one of its famous museums – the In Switzerland you have to pay a resort tax and you may be wondering what city on the Rhine has lots to offer. And in case you‘d like happens to this money. The resort tax is used by the tourism offices to to take a longer break, we‘ll be pleased to offer you an ­improve the infrastructure. According to cantonal law, every visitor to the attractive overnight package from as little as CHF 67/EUR 53. Aletsch Arena and surrounding region is obligated to pay the resort tax, as We look forward to seeing you! are owners and permanent tenants of chalets, vacation cottages and ­second homes. Your resort tax will be collected by your host locally. You then receive the Visitor’s Card from your host on arrival after completing the registration form. You can find further information at www.basel.com/aletscharena

Visitor’s card 33 Families welcome

Riederalp Rental service for child equipment in Riederalp and Bettmeralp Day nursery, childcare facilities and children’s entertainment Item Deposit Rental price per day per week Parents can go skiing while their children are looked after professionally Backpack carrier cHF 20.00 cHF 3.00 CHF 18.00 by a teacher. Mon–Fri: 10 am–1 pm, 1 day CHF 55.00/weekly Buggy⁄stroller cHF 50.00 cHF 5.00 CHF 30.00 ticket CHF 210.00. Please register at the ski school office by 5 pm the day Table seat⁄high chair cHF 20.00 cHF 2.00 CHF 12.00 before t +41 27 927 10 01 Baby bath tub cHF 20.00 cHF 1.00 CHF 5.00 Babysitting: on request CHF 45.00 per hour Baby monitor* cHF 20.00 cHF 3.00 CHF 18.00 FOX-Programm: Mon–Fri: 2.15–4.15 pm, CHF 25.00 per afternoon Bottle warmer* cHF 20.00 cHF 1.00 CHF 5.00 Please register at the ski school office by 12 noon t +41 27 927 10 01 Potty* CHF 20.00 cHF 1.00 CHF 1.00 Step stool* CHF 20.00 cHF 1.00 CHF 1.00 Bettmeralp Day nursery, “Kindersonnenland” (kids’ playground) *only at Bettmeralp Tourism and children’s entertainment program While you enjoy our top winter facilities, we will look after your children for you! In Rental service for child equipment in Fiesch-Eggishorn the St. Michael Center, there is a friendly childminder to look after your children (for In Sport Ferien Resort Fiesch, t +41 27 970 15 15 toddlers and older children). Available Monday to Friday, 9.30 am to 1.30 pm. The cost is CHF 15.00 per child per day. This winter, the sled run near the “Maria zum Visitor’s games library and regional library Schnee” chapel will again be transformed into a “Kindersonnenland” playground. Games and books are available to borrow from the tourism offices in Ried- There are various play figures available for the children to have fun with. You can eralp and Bettmeralp for a small deposit. There is something for everyone, really look forward to this kids, you’ll have a great time in “Kindersonnenland”! from detective stories and novels to kids’ comics. In addition to books, you The snow sports school also offers a varied children’s entertainment program can also borrow a variety of games. There is a large choice here too, ranging for kids from 4 years of age, from Monday to Friday, 2–4 pm. from puzzles to board games! Just drop by and see for yourself… The games library is open during the opening hours of the tourism offices. In Fiesch, you Eggishorn can also borrow books of all kinds and various games and board games Children from 2 years of age can be cared for by the snow sports school from the regional library. The regional library is open on Monday and while their parents get to know the Aletsch Arena. Monday to Friday Wednesday from 3.30 to 5.30 pm and on Friday from 6.30 to 8.30 pm ­between 10 am and 1 pm and between 2 and 4 pm. 1 hr CHF 35.00, 2 hrs ­ CHF 40.00, 3 hrs CHF 45.00, whole week at 3 hours daily CHF 170.00. For more information, contact Snow Sports School Fiesch, t +41 27 971 20 10, www.schneesport-fiesch.ch.

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Swiss Ski School Riederalp

Swiss Ski School Riederalp, CH-3987 Riederalp Children’s entertainment FOX Program t +41 27 927 10 01, f +41 27 927 41 01 Mon–Fri 2.15–4.15 pm [email protected], www.skischule-riederalp.ch Register by 12 noon in the ski school office

Office opening hours Snowshoe trekking in the UNESCO World Heritage Site Mon–Fri 8.30 am–12 noon & 1–5.30 pm Tue Pro Natura Sat & Sun 9 am–12 noon & 3–6 pm Wed uneSCO Aletsch Forest Thu Snowshoe trekking tour of the Riederhorn mountain peak Group lessons, skiing & snowboarding Children, youths, adults Full-moon “Gratzug” – snowshoe trek in search of enchanted souls Mon–Fri 10 am–1 pm January 5, 2015/February 4, 2015/March 5, 2015/April 3, 2015 1 day cHF 55.00 Weekly ticket cHF 210.00 Disabled snow sports Adapted snow sports lessons for people with a disability Private lessons Mon–Fri 1–4.30 pm Special offers Sat & Sun 9 am–4.30 pm Childcare and day nursery 1 person 1 hr cHF 70.00 BOBO’s Kinderland 2 people 1 hr cHF 80.00 Youth groups 3–4 people 1 hr cHF 100.00 Expert skiers Every additional person + cHF 25.00 Deep snow runs Snowboard taster course Mon–Fri 9 am–1 pm Snowboard freestyle course 1–4 people 1 hr cHF 100.00 Telemark taster course Every additional person + cHF 25.00 Cross-country skiing private lessons Victorinox visitors’ race

36 Ski schools Ski schools 37 Swiss Ski School Bettmeralp

Swiss Ski School Bettmeralp, CH-3992 Bettmeralp Snowli-Express t +41 27 927 22 20, www.schneesportbettmeralp.ch Shared transport for ski school students to the “Snowgarden” and “Kinder 1” meeting places. Costs CHF 5.00 per person per journey. Office opening hours Mon–Thu 8.30 am–12 noon & 1.30–6.30 pm, Fri 8.30 am–6.30 pm Children’s entertainment program Sat 1.30–6.30 pm, Sun 11 am–6.30 pm We offer a varied children’s entertainment program from 2 to 4 pm Monday to Friday in winter. The program includes painting T-shirts, building a snowman, Group lessons, skiing & snowboarding arts and crafts and much more! Mon–Fri 10 am–1 pm 1 day 3 hrs cHF 50.00 1 week (5 days) 3 hrs cHF 200.00 Extra week (on presentation of your receipt) + cHF 190.00

Group lessons in SNOWGARDEN (near the “Maria zum Schnee” chapel) Mon–Fri 10 am–12 noon & 2–4 pm Afternoons only during peak season 1 day 2 hrs cHF 40.00 1 week (5 days) 2 hrs cHF 160.00 Extra week (on presentation of your receipt) + cHF 150.00

Private lessons, skiing & snowboarding Mon–Fri afternoons from 1.30 pm, all day on weekends 1 hr for 1 person cHF 65.00 Every additional person (max. 4 people) cHF 10.00 1 day (5 hrs) max. 4 people cHF 400.00

Special offers Snowgarden taster session cHF 20.00 Snowgarden (afternoon admission) cHF 10.00 Snowboard taster day (Sunday) cHF 40.00 Telemark taster day* cHF 40.00 Freestyle ski taster day* cHF 40.00 Snowshoe trekking 2.5 hrs* cHF 40.00 Snowboard Park and Pipe* Snowboard freestyle/freeride* cHF 40.00 Torchlit descent with dinner cHF 35.00

* minimum 4 people

38 Ski schools Ski schools 39 Snow Passion Bettmeralp Swiss Snowsports School Fiesch

Snow Passion, CH-3992 Bettmeralp Swiss Snowsports School Fiesch, CH-3984 Fiesch t +41 27 927 30 39, www.snow-passion.ch t +41 27 971 20 10, www.schneesport-fiesch.ch [email protected] Make Snow Your Passion! We offer exclusive private lessons tailored to your individual needs whether Office opening hours you’re a beginner or an expert: 7 days a week, catering for adults and ­children Mon–Fri 8.45 am–12 noon & 12.45–4 pm alike. Multilingual skills, experience and quality (certified ski instructors Sun 10 am–12 noon & 1.30–4 pm only) are implicit in our service. Tell us your personal skiing goal and we’ll help you achieve it! There is no substitute for one-on-one instruction. Group lessons, skiing & snowboarding ­Benefit from your personal instructor on your own, in pairs or in a small Children, youths, adults group. Please book by phone or e-mail: Mon–Fri 10 am–1 pm t +41 27 927 30 39, [email protected] 1 day cHF 60.00 Weekly ticket cHF 210.00 Offer 1: VIP By the hour between 9 am and 4 pm (daily) Private lessons, skiing & snowboarding per hour 1 hr for 1 to 2 people cHF 70.00* Mon–Fri from 1.30 pm 1 hr for 3 to 4 people cHF 100.00* 1 person cHF 60.00 2 people cHF 70.00 Offer 2: No Limits 3 people cHF 90.00 Book us all day (5 hours) and learn more than you ever have before! 4 people cHF 100.00 5 hrs for 1 to 2 people cHF 320.00* (Sat/Sun on request) 5 hrs for 3 to 4 people cHF 450.00* Taster lessons in Snowli Park Offer 3: Fire and Ice (on request) The taster lessons prepare children for level 1 in small groups, 2–3 pm Care for a winter barbecue? Yes, you read correctly! Get ready for a nice Price per child cHF 30.00 ­surprise! We will show you a stunning, pristine landscape and prove once again that there are some things that money just can’t buy. An amazing ­natural Day care for small children experience awaits you! Required skill level: parallel turning (level 3–4). We can look after children from 2 years of age while you get to know the Aletsch Arena. Offer 4: Explorer (on request) Mon–Fri 10 am–1 pm, 2–4 pm Taster snowshoe experiences for beginners, fresh air fans and nature lovers. 1 hr cHF 35.00 An expert local guide leads you through our enchanting winter wonderland. 2 hrs cHF 40.00 Enjoy the snow-covered mountains and the peace and tranquility over a 3 hrs cHF 45.00 glass of hot mulled wine. Weekly ticket at 3 hrs per day cHF 170.00

* Payment in euros possible Special offers Children’s ski race on Thursdays

40 Ski schools Ski schools 41 Restaurants Riederalp

Aletsch Riederfurka mountain restaurant Peter Albrecht-Meichtry and family Berghotel Riederfurka t +41 27 928 63 63 t +41 27 927 21 31 . [email protected] [email protected] www.artfurrer.ch www.hotelaletsch.ch “I’m a man of simple tastes, I’m always satisfied with Your restaurant for every occasion. the best.” (Oscar Wilde) Unparalleled views of the You can find us at Mörel lower station. landscape and a genuine commitment to perfection together with regional Alpine cuisine and classic dishes from the Valais region. Simply heavenly!

Art Furrer Stube Bistro Buffet Hotel Art Furrer Barbara Kummer t +41 27 928 44 88 t +41 27 927 18 94 . m +41 78 628 44 45 [email protected] www.artfurrer.ch Hot food served all day – quality at reasonable prices with a beautiful sun terrace. For lunch or for a snack between meals, enjoy Geri’s famous soup in the Suppenbar on the most beautiful and peaceful sun terrace in the Aletsch Arena.

Artis Western Saloon Danys Art Furrer Hotels Dufing family t +41 27 927 13 37 t +41 27 927 14 44 [email protected] [email protected] www.artfurrer.ch Specialties in a cozy atmosphere: Fondue chinoise, A rustic western-style restaurant serving typical fiery volcano skewers, chili con carne, “Käseschnitte” American food. Burgers, spare ribs, chicken nuggets (Swiss rarebit). and wings etc. Cool atmosphere just like the Wild West.

Berghaus Toni Derby James and Brit Harrison Peter Albrecht-Meichtry and family t +41 27 927 16 56 t +41 27 927 10 33 [email protected] [email protected] www.berghaus-toni.com www.derby-riederalp.ch

A family-friendly hotel and restaurant. Menus based The restaurant for you in Riederalp. You can find us on Belgian and international cuisine with Swiss spe- 50 meters from the West gondola station. cialties too of course.

Chüestall mountain restaurant “Da Vinci” culinary experience and Edelweiss Bistro t +41 27 927 15 91 Blumer-Bürcher family [email protected] t +41 27 927 37 37 www.chuestall-blausee.ch [email protected] www.facebook.com/chuestallblausee www.edelweiss-riederalp.ch

Let us spoil you as you enjoy the breathtaking views The culinary experience with the special “Maître Henri” from our large sun terrace. menu and the cozy sun terrace with innovative dishes and drinks for the connoisseurs.

42 restaurants Riederalp Restaurants Riederalp 43 Furka Riederhof Jela Brcin D. and W. Zimmermann and family t +41 27 927 17 07 t +41 27 928 64 64 [email protected] Hearty Swiss cuisine, personal service, a very warm www.golfhotel-riederhof.ch welcome to Jela’s place. We are pleased to welcome you. Top-quality cuisine – regional, seasonal, international. Over 100 Valais wines on offer. Hot food served all day.

Gondola bar . Bar Moosfluh Panoramarestaurant Royal Aletsch Riederalp Bahnen AG Hotel Royal t +41 27 928 41 41 t +41 27 928 44 88 [email protected] [email protected] www.riederalpbahnen.ch www.artfurrer.ch

Enjoy a refreshment and the wonderful panoramic In the evenings, we offer you culinary delights from view in the original gondola bar up at the Moosfluh our 4-course menu choice. Reservation necessary. viewpoint.

Matterhorn Röstikeller Sheki Hotel Alpenrose t +41 27 927 11 77 . m +41 79 278 10 09 t +41 27 928 45 45 [email protected] f +41 27 928 45 55 [email protected] Restaurant with large sun terrace directly by the www.artfurrer.ch learner lifts. Quick, clean and tasty. Hot food served all day. Families and children welcome. Super cozy cellar atmosphere with large tables, ­various rösti specialties and daily raclette and fondue!

Pizzeria Boccalino Silbersand Hotel Alpenrose Brigitte and Werner Meienhofer t +41 27 928 45 45 t +41 27 927 17 48 [email protected] [email protected] www.artfurrer.ch www.silbersand.ch

You can sample “probably the best pizza in the world” The place to meet, situated right next to the Hohfluh in our pizzeria with wood-fired oven. Also other Italian chairlift. Sophisticated cuisine, the finest Valais spe- à la carte dishes with pasta, risotto etc. – and exqui- cialties, large sun terrace. Family-run business. site wines.

Relais Walker Taverne F. and W. Walker-Rauber and family Maria and Albert Jossen-Amacker t +41 27 927 24 45 t +41 27 927 10 22 [email protected] [email protected] www.relaiswalker.ch www.breiten.ch⁄taverne

Let us spoil you with a variety of regional specialties. The perfect place to get together… Every Wednesday with RACLETTE and every day with Known and loved by many: surprise menu incl. com- Walti’s PIZZA! plementary wines.

44 restaurants Riederalp Restaurants Riederalp 45 Restaurants Bettmeralp

Tea-Room-Bäckerei Zurschmitten Aletsch Daniel Zurschmitten Eyholzer family t +41 27 927 62 32 t +41 27 927 15 56 m +41 79 706 16 85 . m +41 79 240 53 70 [email protected] [email protected] www.hotel-aletsch.ch

The only café right in the middle of the skiing and hik- In addition to seasonal delicacies, hospitality is our ing paradise of Riederalp. Fresh patisserie and bread greatest specialty. daily as well as delicious food. Large sun terrace. 50 m away from the aerial cableway station Riederalp Mitte.

Walliser Spycher Alpfrieden Berchtold families Minnig family t +41 27 927 22 23 t +41 27 927 22 32 [email protected] . www.walliser-spycher.ch [email protected] . www.alpfrieden.ch

Our family-run business offers sophisticated gas- The cozy “Gilde” restaurant with the beautiful sun ter- tronomy with a reputation for good cuisine. Deco- race is located in the heart of Bettmeralp. Enjoy our rated in luxurious walnut veneer, our restaurant excellent cuisine and discover the variety of the Valais boasts a sun terrace with views of the mountains: wines. the perfect setting to relax and enjoy.

Alpina Imhof family t +41 27 927 12 08 . [email protected] www.alpina-bettmeralp.ch

Our chef creates very special dishes ordered in ad- vance.

Bättmer-Hitta Bettmeralp Bahnen AG t +41 27 927 11 70 [email protected] www.baettmerhitta.ch

A mountain-hut atmosphere right next to the slopes. Enjoy the famous “Hüttenhörnli” pasta specialty and a good glass of Valais wine. Pedestrians can use the Wurzenbord chairlift to reach us (uphill only).

Bettmerhof Christian Eyholzer t +41 27 928 62 10 [email protected] www.bettmerhof.ch

Dine in style in our newly refurbished restaurant. Choose from our various menu options or enjoy one of our classic dishes such as roast saddle of lamb or bison.

46 restaurants Riederalp Restaurants Bettmeralp 47 Bettmerhorn mountain restaurant Ins Dings Bettmeralp Bahnen AG Thesa Imhof t +41 27 928 41 91 t +41 27 927 48 67 [email protected] [email protected] www.bettmerhorn.ch Fine coffees. Come and enjoy the many culinary delights on offer. Homemade cakes. Sun terrace and Aletsch Glacier all thrown in! Delicious French fries. Children’s menu for children up to the age of 6.

Café Imhof Pizzeria Le Postillion Imhof family Winter family t +41 27 927 18 88 t +41 27 927 34 00 www.baeckerei-imhof.ch [email protected] www.lepostillion.ch Take a break at the cozy Café Imhof with in-house bakery. Enjoy our wide range of delicious bakes. The family-run restaurant in the heart of Bettmeralp. We look forward to serving you with our delicious menu choices.

Castello Restaurant Lusa Friedrich Buxbaumer Heidy and Armand Kreuzer t +41 27 927 45 98 t +41 27 927 24 24. F +41 27 927 34 64 [email protected] [email protected] . www.lusa.ch www.castello-bettmeralp.ch Indulgence and hospitality combined. Pay us a visit and you’ll be captivated by our music, a Everything from light snacks to à la carte dishes with fantastic atmosphere and our delicious dishes. a unique flair – come and enjoy our cuisine in our ­restaurant with spacious sun terrace.

Gläcktricka Panorama Hotel & Restaurant Lisa Engler Fredy Schmidhalter t +41 27 927 15 13 t +41 27 927 13 75 . [email protected] [email protected] www.panoramabettmeralp.ch www.restaurantglaecktricka.ch We cook genuine Swiss specialties with plenty of Fresh cuisine with Valais flair served at Gläcktricka! fresh ingredients and a passion for good food. Enjoy Regional meat dishes and creative vegetarian menus the best seats in the house with an unparalleled pan- as well as the Gläcktricka fondue and raclette at the oramic view of the Valais region’s four-thousand-me- table are all available daily for you to enjoy. ter peaks and the “Maria zum Schnee” chapel.

Heidy’s Stübli Pizzeria PiccoBello Heidy and Armand Kreuzer Christian Eyholzer t +41 27 927 24 24 t +41 27 928 62 10 f +41 27 927 34 64 [email protected] [email protected] www.bettmerhof.ch www.lusa.ch “Italiano vero” – Enjoy our delicious salad and anti- In the cozy Stübli, we serve a sophisticated 5-course pasti buffet, pizzas from the wood-fired oven and menu daily as well as a range of à la carte dishes. fantastic pasta, meat and fish dishes. The trendy ­Exquisite Valais wines. Reservation required. place to be in Bettmeralp!

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Snack Bettmertreff . Betten Talstation Alpenblick Wellnesshotel, Fieschertal Bettmeralp Bahnen AG Holzer family t +41 27 928 41 06 t +41 27 970 16 60 [email protected] [email protected] www.bettmeralp.ch www.hotelalpenblick.ch

While away your waiting time with delicious coffees Wellness and beauty – We have plenty to offer for or snacks! Also offering breakfast buffet and skiers and non-skiers alike. Wellness hotel with super ­children’s corner. deals.

Bachtla Sports Center Café Bäckerei Imwinkelried, Fiesch Anette Heisler Imwinkelried family t +41 27 927 20 07 t +41 27 971 21 22 [email protected] [email protected] www.sportzentrum-bachtla.ch www.baeckerei-imwinkelried.ch

Recover and relax after a day on the slopes with our Guests can enjoy peace and quiet in the light-flooded various sports and wellness offers. Fun for all the café while sampling an exquisite coffee and our range family – we also offer good food in our restaurant, of choice desserts. Q-Stall & disco.

Waldhaus Hotel Christania, Fiesch Berchtold family Livia and André Allet t +41 27 927 27 17 t +41 27 970 10 10 [email protected] [email protected], www.christania.ch www.ferienhotel-waldhaus.ch CHRISTANIA hotel and restaurant. Ski right down to the idyllic sun terrace, pamper your You will be well looked after if you stay with us – per- palate and soul, and take the Blausee lift back up to sonal, informal and reasonably priced! We offer tradi- the slopes. Our restaurant is located a little further up tional cuisine and regional specialties. The boss cooks from the Bettmeralp-Riederalp path. here personally. A very warm welcome awaits!

Walliserstube des alpes, Fiesch Franzen family Albrecht family t +41 27 927 10 44 t +41 27 971 15 06 [email protected] [email protected] . www.des-alpes.ch

We look forward to spoiling you with simple daily Purist, cozy setting, feng shui style, terrace, free car park & specials or fillet of Eringer beef from our own herd, as Wi-Fi. Meat dishes, pizzas, “Chouera” (vegetable pie with well as our special hunter’s fondue. apples and cheese), cheese and meat fondue, seasonal specials, lunch menus, large selection of beers & “beer dinner”. Open 7 days a week, hot food served all day.

Pension Bahnhof . Betten Dorf Park, Fiesch Bernadette Imhof Rolf and Rosmarie Frei-Zemp family t +41 27 927 11 84 t +41 27 971 13 66 [email protected] . www.hotel-park.ch Visit us in Betten Dorf next to the aerial cable car sta- tion. “Käseschnitte” (Swiss rarebit) and other Valais Restaurant with beautiful views, traditional cuisine specialties. and top quality. Personal hospitality in a no-fuss ­atmosphere make this an excellent place to relax and enjoy a good meal. Only 5 minutes’ walk from the aerial cableway station.

50 restaurants Bettmeralp Restaurants Fiesch-Eggishorn 51 Sport Ferien Resort, Fiesch Bergfreund restaurant and grocery store, Fiescheralp t +41 27 970 15 15 Holzer family [email protected] t +41 27 527 12 27 www.sportferienresort.ch [email protected] www.derbergfreund.ch Ideal for groups, clubs, schools, families, individual guests, seminars and events. Unique range of sports Alpine atmosphere and wonderful views of the Valais and leisure activities on offer. region’s most beautiful mountains. Traditional spe- cialties from the Valais Alps – on the ski slopes, in the heart of the Aletsch Arena at 2,222 m above sea level.

Schmitta, Fiesch Eggishorn, Fiescheralp Notten family Imhasly-Exer family t +41 27 970 10 20 t +41 27 971 14 44 [email protected] . www.hotelschmitta.com [email protected] www.hotel-eggishorn.ch Welcome to Schmitta hotel and restaurant. Cozy ­atmosphere and good home-style cooking. Located Eggishorn restaurant – perfectly situated at the edge in the center of the just 5 minutes’ walk from of the slopes. Large sun terrace with views of the the aerial cableway station Fiesch-Eggishorn. We’re Matterhorn. Come in, switch off, relax and enjoy. looking forward to your visit. Après-ski party in Steffis-Kuhstall every day.

Alpina, Fiescheralp Jungfrau, Fiescheralp Imwinkelried family Marcel Vögele and family t +41 27 971 24 24 t +41 27 971 19 88 [email protected] . www.alpinafiescheralp.ch [email protected] www.hotel-jungfrau.ch The ***Superior Hotel Alpina in Fiescheralp at 2,222 m above sea level extends you a warm welcome. The charming hotel and restaurant in Fiescheralp right in the heart of the skiing area. Stunning views of the beautiful mountain world – the Matterhorn included.

Marktrestaurant Kühboden, Fiescheralp Horli-Hitta, Eggishorn Rickhoff-Florian family Imwinkelried family t +41 27 970 12 20 t +41 27 971 24 24 [email protected] [email protected] www.kuehboden-fiescheralp.ch www.alpinafiescheralp.ch

“Fresh, different & fast” – restaurant with the most rea- The Horli-Hitta on the Eggishorn, 2,968 m above sea sonable family prices in the Aletsch Arena: Swiss burger level – the most beautiful viewpoint in the Aletsch from CHF 6.90, salad from 7.90, soup from 5.50, Arena. 3-course meal from 16.00, free Wi-Fi, sports+kids’ TV.

À la carte Restaurant Alpenlodge, ­Fiescheralp Top of Aletsch Panoramic Restaurant, Eggishorn Rickhoff-Florian family Rickhoff-Florian family t +41 27 970 12 20 t +41 27 970 12 20 [email protected] [email protected] www.kuehboden-fiescheralp.ch www.kuehboden-fiescheralp.ch

Let us spoil you with our Valais delights, Grisons Situated at the top of the Aletsch Arena on the Eggishorn ­specialties, exquisite wines and attentive service. is this coffee, snack & souvenir shop. Your venue for any Reservations requested. 6–8 pm. type of event or seminar, whether private or business, offering unique views of the longest glacier in the Alps.

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One of the delights of life.

THERMAL SPA BRIGERBAD

NEW FROM BEGINNING 2015: The most beautiful journey There is only one alternative to the winterly snowy Aletsch-Arena: The thermal and wellness experience Brigerbad. From New Year 2015 on we offer you a completely new and unique world of experiences. Tasty Aletsch cheese at the Walker shop in Bitsch. WELCOME TO THE SOURCE OF THE ALPS - WELCOME TO BRIGERBAD!

Walker AG 10% DISCOUNT ON THE ENTRY 10% WITH THE ALETSCH GUEST CARD. Furkastrasse 164 3982 Bitsch 027 928 63 54 Tel. +43 (0)27 948 48 48 [email protected], www.brigerbad.ch www.walliser-spezialitaet.ch 54 Kapitel Kapitel 55

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Älplibar Albis Mountain Rock Café Hotel Alpenrose Minnig Alban t +41 27 928 45 45 t +41 27 927 34 49 [email protected] www.mountainrock.ch www.artfurrer.ch The après-ski meeting place where the bear rocks! The Alpine hut with style. Rustic and authentic bar to Daily from 3 pm. wind down in before or after your evening meal. Laura looks forward to welcoming you daily from 5 pm.

Bar Number One Bähnli-Bar on the Bettmerhorn Peter Albrecht-Meichtry and family Bettmeralp Bahnen AG t +41 27 927 10 33 t +41 27 928 41 91 www.derby-riederalp.ch www.bettmeralp.ch

Your bar, your no. 1 hang-out, a unique meeting place 2,647 m above sea level... for people of all ages. At the Great Aletsch Glacier. Get away from it all and sample a cocktail or two up here... relaxation included!

On the rocks Pub Castello [email protected] Friedrich Buxbaumer www.riederalp.com t +41 27 927 45 98 For opening hours, see website: [email protected] www.on-the-rocks.ch www.castello-bettmeralp.ch

The meeting place in Riederalp! Exquisite wines, If you’ve been here once, you’ll come again! cocktails, beers, billiards, table soccer, darts, good Music – culinary delights to enhance your mood – the music. The young & young at heart are most welcome secret tip for your vacation! Daily from 2 pm. here! www.facebook.com/bar.disco.ontherocks

Schirmbar Alpenrose Dancing Alpfrieden Hotel Alpenrose Minnig family t +41 27 928 45 45 t +41 27 927 22 32 [email protected] [email protected] www.artfurrer.ch www.alpfrieden.ch

A major hit right on the ski slopes near the ski school Après-ski and nightlife. The meeting place in Bettmer­ meeting point. Cool music and hot drinks to get the alp for all night owls. après-skiers in the right mood. Genuine après-ski ­atmosphere!

Disco Bachtla Anette Heisler t +41 27 927 20 07 [email protected] www.sportzentrum-bachtla.ch

Where the nights turn to day, meeting place for the young and young at heart!

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Q-Stall Coffee – Bar – Lounge Talstation, Fiesch Anette Heisler Furkastrasse 63 t +41 27 927 20 07 t +41 27 971 07 77 [email protected] [email protected] www.sportzentrum-bachtla.ch www.bar-lounge-talstation.ch

A place to meet for a cozy break in the middle of your Après-ski for visitors and locals alike with great po- skiing day and for après-ski too. Stop by our homely tential for cozy and friendly get-togethers. Light hut with the great atmosphere! snacks, trendy coffee & cake specialties and local wines by the glass.

Scappatina . The Bar Tipi Tent, Hotel Alpina, Fiescheralp Hugo Lagger Imwinkelried family t +41 27 927 27 16 t +41 27 971 24 24 www.scappatina.ch [email protected] www.alpinafiescheralp.ch Scappatina, the ideal place to round off a great day’s skiing with trendy music and a good atmosphere. The tipi at Fiescheralp, meeting point “number one” for après-ski in the Aletsch Arena.

Inch bar-kultur, Fiesch Roland Pötscher t +41 79 377 71 74 [email protected] www.inchclub.ch

Inch – the ultimate in sophisticated club culture in Valais. At Inch in Goms! Open daily from 6 pm. Free Wi-Fi. DJ or live music every Friday and Saturday.

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Pharmacies UBS AG, Bettmeralp Dorf-Apotheke, Mörel, t +41 27 927 31 31 t +41 27 928 62 00 Mon–Fri 7.30 am–12 noon & 1.30–6.30 pm Mon–Fri 9–11.30 am & 2–5.30 pm Sat 7.30 am–12 noon & 1.30–5 pm Raiffeisenbank Untergoms, Fiesch Alpen-Apotheke, Bettmeralp, t +41 27 927 25 82 t +41 974 14 14, www.raiffeisen.ch, [email protected] Mon–Sat 8.45 am–12 noon & 1.30–6 pm Mon–Fri 9 am–12 noon & 2–5.30 pm, Sat 9–11.30 am Closed Wednesday morning, Sun 4–6 pm UBS AG, Fiesch Apotheke Dr. Imhof, Fiesch, t +41 27 971 29 94 t +41 27 970 12 00 Mon–Fri 8 am–12 noon & 1.30–6.30 pm Mon, Wed, Fri 9 am–12 noon & 2–5.30 pm Sat 8 am–12 noon & 1.30–6.30 pm, Sun 4–6 pm Bakeries Banks Tea-Room-Bäckerei Zurschmitten, Riederalp Raiffeisenbank Aletsch, Riederalp t +41 27 927 62 32, m +41 79 706 16 85⁄m +41 79 240 53 70 t +41 27 928 55 66, www.raiffeisen.ch⁄aletsch daily 7.30 am–6.30 pm Mon–Fri 9–11.45 am & 2–5.30 pm Bäckerei Kronig, Mörel UBS AG, Riederalp t +41 27 927 18 25 t +41 27 928 62 04 Mon–Fri 7.30–11.30 am & 2–6.30 pm By appointment Bäckerei Imhof, Bettmeralp Raiffeisenbank Aletsch, Ried-Mörel t +41 27 927 18 88 t +41 27 928 55 55, www.raiffeisen.ch⁄aletsch daily 7.30 am–6.30 pm Mon, Wed 8.45–11.45 am, Tue, Fri 3.45–5.45 pm Bäckerei⁄Tea Room Aletsch, Fiesch Raiffeisenbank Aletsch, Mörel t +41 27 527 12 34 t +41 27 928 55 22, www.raiffeisen.ch⁄aletsch Mon–Sat 6 am–6.30 pm, Sun 7 am–6.30 pm Mon–Fri 8.30–11.45 am & 2–5.30 pm, Wed 8.30–11.45 am Bäckerei Imwinkelried, Fiesch Raiffeisenbank Aletsch, Bettmeralp t +41 27 971 21 22 t +41 27 928 55 33, www.raiffeisen.ch⁄aletsch Mon–Fri 7 am–12 noon & 1.30–6 pm Mon–Fri 9–11.45 am & 2–5.30 pm Sat 7 am–12 noon & 1.30–5 pm, Sun 7 am–12 noon

60 Local businesses Local businesses 61 Hairdressers Municipal administrations Coiffeur City, Riederalp Municipal administration Riederalp t +41 27 927 32 61 t +41 27 927 14 07, www.gemeinde-riederalp.ch Tue, Fri 9–11.45 am & 1.30–6 pm, Thu 1.30–6 pm Ried-Mörel office: Mon, Wed, Fri 9.45–11.45 am Sat 9 am–12 noon Riederalp office: Wed 8.30–11.30 am and Thu 1.30–4.30 pm Coiffeur Bijoux, Ried-Mörel Municipal administration Mörel-Filet t +41 27 927 20 92⁄+41 79 458 42 06 t +41 27 927 28 27, www.moerel-filet.ch By appointment Mon–Fri 10 am–12 noon Coiffeur Béa, Mörel Municipal administration Bister t +41 27 927 26 86, [email protected] t +41 27 927 16 14 Tue, Wed 8 am–12 noon & 1.30–6.30 pm, Thu, Fri 8 am–6.30 pm Municipal administration Bettmeralp Sat 8 am–12 noon t +41 27 927 13 13, gemeinde.bettmeralp.ch Coiffeur Blondy, Mörel Mon, Tue, Thu 9.30–11.30 am, Wed 9.30–11.30 am & 2.30–4.30 pm t +41 27 927 10 71, [email protected] Municipal administration Fiesch Tue and Fri, other appointments on request. t +41 27 970 16 20 Booking required Mon–Fri 10 am–12 noon & 3.30–5.30 pm Coiffuresalon Hair & Things, Bettmeralp www.fiesch.com t +41 27 927 21 85 Municipal administration Fieschertal Tue–Fri 9 am–12 noon & 1.30–6.30 pm, Sat 9 a.m–4 pm t +41 27 971 19 45 Mon closed Mon 2.30–5.30 pm, Tue and Thu 9.30–11.30 am & 2–4 pm, Coiffeur Ruthli, Fiesch Wed 9.30–11.30 am, Fri closed t +41 27 971 31 40 www.fieschertal.com Mon–Fri 7.30 am–6 pm, Sat 7.30 am–4 pm, Wed closed Municipal administration Lax Coiffeur Wellig Lothar, Fiesch t +41 27 971 24 44 t +41 27 971 31 01 Mon, Tue 9–11 am & 2.30–4.30 pm, Wed closed Tue–Fri 8 am–12 noon & 1–6 pm Thu, Fri 9–11 am & 2.30–4.30 pm Sat 8 am–12 noon & 1–4 pm www.lax.com Coiffeur Zita, Fiesch t +41 27 971 15 15 Internet Tue–Fri 8 am–12 noon & 1–6 pm, Sat 8 am–12 noon Appartmenthaus Aal, Riederalp, t +41 79 221 06 89 Albis Mountain Rock Café, Bettmeralp, t +41 27 927 34 49 Bachtla Sports Center, Bettmeralp, t +41 27 927 20 07 Chalet-Hotel Bettmerhof, Bettmeralp, t +41 27 928 62 10 Hotel Garni Slalom, Bettmeralp, t +41 27 927 17 87 Restaurant Lusa, Bettmeralp, t +41 27 927 24 24 Hotel Restaurant Panorama, Bettmeralp, t +41 27 927 13 75 (Wi-Fi only with own laptop) Ferienhotel Waldhaus, Bettmeralp, t +41 27 927 27 17 Eggishorn Tourism, Fiesch, t +41 27 970 60 70

62 Local businesses Local businesses 63 Garbage disposal Geschenkkiosk Burgener, Fiesch, t +41 27 971 40 12 Riederalp Mon–Fri 8 am–6.30 pm, Sat and Sun 8 am–5.30 pm Garbage bag fee applies – garbage bags can be purchased from Coop Ried- eralp or Shopping Olympia. Garbage bags can be taken to the garbage dis- Crystal shops posal cabins and the disposal sites near the aerial cable car stations. Cans, Kristallshop, Riederalp, t +41 27 927 40 80 glass, cardboard and waste paper should be taken to the recycling facilities Mon–Fri 10 am–6 pm, Sat 9.30 am–5 pm at the aerial cable car stations. Bulky waste stamps can be obtained from Schweizer Bergkristalle, Werner Schmidt, Mörel, t +41 78 623 83 95 the municipal administration offices. Tue 1.30–6.30 pm, Thu 1.30–6.30 pm, Fri 9 am–12 noon & 1.30–6.30 pm Sat 9 am–12 noon & 1.30–5 pm Mörel-Filet Silox, Fiesch, t +41 27 470 10 00 Garbage bag fee applies – garbage bags can be purchased from Coop Tue/Thu/Fri 4–6.30 pm, Sat 3–6 pm Mörel. Garbage collected every Wednesday. Fee-paid garbage bags can be placed at the side of the road on the garbage collection day. Cans, glass, Grocery stores cardboard and waste paper should be taken to the recycling facilities at the Coop, Riederalp, t +41 27 927 15 25, www.coop.ch collection points of Mörel-Filet. Bulky waste stamps and container seals Dec 13, 2014–Apr 11, 2015/Mon–Sat 8 am–6 .30 pm can be obtained from the municipal administration offices. Sun 9 am–12 noon & 3–6.30 pm Shopping Olympia, Riederalp, t +41 27 927 12 22, www.rapidsolution.ch⁄olympia Bettmeralp Mon–Fri 7.30 am–12.15 pm & 1.45–6.30 pm, The garbage bag fee will be introduced in the Bettmeralp district on Sat 7.30 am–12.30 pm & 1.30–6.30 pm, Sun 8 am–12 noon & 3–6 pm ­November 1, 2014. Garbage must be disposed of in fee-paid garbage bags. Vis-à-Vis, Ried-Mörel, t +41 27 927 32 22 The garbage bags and bulky refuse stamps can be purchased from the gro- Mon, Wed, Fri 8.15 am–12 noon & 3–6 pm, Tue, Thu 8.15 am–12 noon cery stores, singly or in rolls. Sat 8.15 am–12 noon & 3–5 pm Coop, Mörel, t +41 27 927 11 30 Fiesch-Eggishorn Mon–Fri 8 am–12 noon & 1.30–6.30 pm Fiesch: Garbage bag fee applies – garbage bags can be purchased from Sat 8 am–12 noon & 1.30–5 pm Coop and Proxi in Fiesch. Garbage can be placed in the garbage containers. Coop, Bettmeralp, t +41 27 928 63 40, www.coop.ch Garbage collection: Monday Mon–Sat 8 am–6.30 pm Fiescheralp: Disposal site by the aerial cable car station Sun 9 am–12 noon & 3–6.30 pm Fieschertal: Garbage bag fee applies – garbage bags can be purchased Proxi Haus Alpenheim, Bettmeralp, t +41 58 726 40 45 from Coop and Proxi in Fiesch. Garbage can be placed in the garbage con- Mon–Sat 8 am–12 noon & 2–6.30 pm, Sun 2–6.30 pm tainers. Garbage collection: Monday Proxi Haus Cresta, Bettmeralp, t +41 58 726 40 40 Lax: Garbage bag fee applies – garbage bags can be purchased from Migros Mon–Sat 8 am–12 noon & 2–6.30 pm, Sun 2–6.30 pm in Lax. Collection point below Restaurant Bellevue. Lebensmittel, Betten Dorf, t +41 27 927 11 06 Wed/Fri 4–6 pm & Sat 9–11 am Mon–Sat 7.30–11.30 am, Mon, Fri 4–6 pm, Sat 2–4 pm Coop, Fiesch, t +41 27 970 10 50 Laundrettes Mon–Fri 8 am–12 noon & 1.30–6.30 pm, Sat 8 am–5 pm Bettmeralp, Stucky Christmas/New Year and sports holidays Sun 3–5 pm t +41 79 528 44 89, Fri 9–10 am Proxi, Fiesch, t +41 27 971 31 35 Sat 8–10 am or by arrangement Mon–Fri 8 am–12 noon & 1.30–6.30 pm Sat 8 am–12 noon & 1.30–5 pm Kiosk Bergfreund, Fiescheralp, t +41 27 970 16 60 Schönegg, Bettmeralp, t +41 27 927 25 58 daily 8.30 am–5 pm Mon–Fri 9 am–2.30 pm & 2–6.30 pm Giro, retailer of Migros products, Lax, t +41 27 971 11 24 Sat 9 am–2.30 pm & 2–5.30 pm, Sun 9.45 am–12.30 pm & 2–5.30 pm Mon–Fri 8 am–12 noon & 2–6.30 pm Seilbahn, Bettmeralp, t +41 27 928 41 20 Sat 8 am–12 noon & 2–5 pm Sun–Thu 8 am–5.45 pm, Fri and Sat 8 am–7.45 pm

64 Local businesses Local businesses 65 Butchers Mattig Sport, Bettmeralp, t +41 27 927 13 01, www.mattigsport.ch Metzgerei Aletsch AG, Mörel, High season: Mon–Sat 8.15 am–7 pm, Sun 9 am–7 pm t +41 27 927 25 95, [email protected] Low season: Mon–Sat 8.15 am–12.30 pm & 2–7 pm, Mon–Fri 8 am–12 noon & 1.30–6 pm Sun 9 am–12.30 pm/2–7 pm Sat 8 am–12 noon & 1.30–4.30 pm Burgener Sport, Fiesch, t +41 27 971 25 45 Metzgerei Franzen, Bettmeralp, t +41 27 927 16 94 Mon–Sun 8 am–6 p.m. Mon–Fri 8 am–12.30 pm & 2.30–6.30 pm Burgener Sport, Fiescheralp, t 41 27 971 16 18 Sat 8 am–12.30 pm & 1.30–6 pm Mon–Sun 8.15 am–5.15 pm Sun (from Jan 11, 2015) 2–6 pm INTERSPORT Volken, Fiesch, t +41 27 971 11 16 Metzgerei Nessier, Fiesch, t +41 27 971 11 70 Mon–Fri 8 am–12 noon & 1.30–6.30 pm Tue–Fri 8 am–12 noon & 1.30–6 pm Sat 8 am–12 noon & 1.30–6.00 pm Sat 8 am–12 noon & 1.30–5 pm Sun 9 am–12 noon & 4–6 pm Mon closed INTERSPORT Volken, Fiescheralp, t +41 27 971 16 14 Mon–Sun 8.15 am–5.15 pm Post Offices Post office Riederalp, t +41 58 454 28 23 Mon–Fri 9–11.30 am & 2–5.45 pm, Sat 9–10.30 am Post office Mörel, t +41 58 454 28 21 Mon–Fri 8–11 am & 3–6 pm, Sat 8–11 am Post office Bettmeralp, t +41 58 454 28 22 Mon–Fri 9 am–12 noon & 2–5.30 pm, Sat 9–10.15 am Post office Fiesch, t +41 58 454 28 06 Mon–Fri 8 am–12 noon & 2.30–5.30 pm, Sat 8–10.15 am

Sports stores Aletsch Sport, Silvio Berchtold, Riederalp t +41 27 927 17 54, www.aletschsport.ch Mon–Sat 8.30 am–12 noon & 1.30–6.30 pm Sun 9 am–12 noon & 1.30–6 pm INTERSPORT bürcher Alpin (East near Moosfluh gondola), Riederalp t +41 27 928 62 50, [email protected], www.buercher.ch Mon–Sun 8.30 am–12 noon & 1.30–6 pm INTERSPORT bürcher Alpin (Central next to the aerial cableway station Riederalp Mitte), Riederalp t +41 27 928 62 50⁄+41 27 927 14 63, [email protected], www.buercher.ch Mon–Sun 8.30 am–6.30 pm Snowboardshop Badguys, Silvio Berchtold, Riederalp t +41 27 927 44 44⁄+41 79 301 24 93, www.badguys.ch Mon–Sat 8.30 am–12 noon & 1.30–6.30 pm Sun 9 am–12 noon & 1.30–6 pm Derby Sport AG, Bettmeralp, t +41 27 927 11 40, www.derby-sport.com High season: Mon–Sat 8 am–7 pm, Sun 9 am–7 pm Low season: Mon–Sat 8.15 am–12.30 pm & 2–7 pm, Sun 9 am–12.30 pm & 2–7 pm

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Lifestyle, Bettmeralp, t +41 79 543 94 66, by appointment Bachtla Sports Center, Bettmeralp, t +41 27 927 20 07, by appointment Therapie und Gesundheitspraxis, Christian Wirthner, Bettmeralp state-certified masseur, t +41 79 455 30 20, by appointment Hotel Waldhaus, various massages - Silvia, state-certified masseuse, for further information and bookings call t +41 78 851 41 73 Imwinkelried Astrid, Fiesch, t +41 27 971 25 06⁄+41 78 698 66 92 Kluser Denise, Fiesch, t +41 79 621 45 53 Sano Corpo Hotel Alpenblick, Fieschertal, t +41 76 743 52 66 Schmätterling, Fiesch, t +41 79 362 57 59 Clausen Evi, Lax, t +41 79 757 84 00

Footcare Pedicure Mathieu, Jeanette Mathieu, Ägschhüs, Mörel t +41 79 668 82 48, by appointment Lifestyle (cosmetic treatments and massages), Bettmeralp t +41 79 543 94 66, www.margelisch-bettmeralp.ch, by appointment Spa center Bade- und Wellnesszentrum “Breiten”, Breiten Physiotherapy t +41 27 928 42 00, www.salina-maris.ch Simon Camenzind, Salina Maris, Breiten Mon–Fri 8 am–12 noon & 3–9 pm t +41 27 928 42 00, www.salina-maris.ch⁄physio Sat 8 am–12 noon & 3–7 pm, Sun 3–7 pm Mon–Sat 8 am–12 noon & 3–7 pm Walk-in appointments often available, also by appointment Beauty salons Physiotherapie Barbara Imhof-Russi, Fiesch Kosmetik- und Nagelstudio Nadine, Nadine Loretan, Riederalp t +41 27 971 42 36, by appointment t +41 78 602 11 02, by appointment Sabinas Kosmetik Studio, Sabina Schmidt, Mörel Sauna . Wellness t +41 27 927 24 51⁄+41 79 812 83 37, by appointment Wellnessoase Golfhotel Riederhof, Riederalp, t +41 27 928 64 64 Wellness- und Therapiezentrum “Breiten”, Breiten Bade- und Wellnesszentrum “Breiten”, Breiten, t +41 27 928 42 00 t +41 27 928 42 00, www.breiten.ch⁄kosmetik Bachtla Sports Center, Bettmeralp, t +41 27 927 20 07 Lifestyle (cosmetic treatments and massages), Bettmeralp Chalet-Hotel Bettmerhof, Bettmeralp, t +41 27 928 62 10 t +41 79 543 94 66, www.margelisch-bettmeralp.ch, by appointment Restaurant Lusa, Bettmeralp, t +41 27 927 24 24 Aura, Fiesch. t +41 79 256 89 85 Ferienhotel Waldhaus, Bettmeralp, t +41 27 927 27 17 Beau Visage, Fiesch, t +41 27 971 41 66 Wellnesshotel Alpenblick, Fieschertal, t +41 27 970 16 60 Sano Corpo, Hotel Alpenblick Fieschertal, t +41 76 743 52 66 Hotel Alpina, Fiescheralp, t +41 27 971 24 24 Sport Ferien Resort Fiesch, Fiesch, t +41 27 970 15 15 Massages Tennis- und Fitnesscenter, Fiesch, t +41 27 970 15 60 Massagepraxis Hotel Royal, Riederalp t +41 27 928 44 88, by appointment Solariums Massagepraxis Hotel Alpenrose, Riederalp Bade- und Wellnesszentrum “Breiten”, Breiten, t +41 27 928 42 00 t +41 27 928 45 45, by appointment Haus Lusa, Bettmeralp, t +41 27 927 24 24, 15 minutes CHF 8.00 Massagepraxis Wellnessoase Riederhof, Riederalp, t +41 79 380 50 09 Ferienhotel Waldhaus, Bettmeralp, t +41 27 927 27 17, 15 minutes CHF 5.00 Louise Tscherrig-Nellen, state-certified masseuse, daily by appointment Sport Ferien Resort Fiesch, Fiesch, t +41 27 970 15 15 Massagepraxis, Ried-Mörel, t +41 27 927 20 50⁄+41 79 380 50 09 Tennis- und Fitnesscenter, Fiesch, t +41 27 970 15 60 Louise Tscherrig-Nellen, state-certified masseuse, daily by appointment Therapie- und Massagezentrum “Breiten”, Breiten, t +41 27 928 42 00

68 Wellness . Beauty Wellness . Beauty 69 Sports hristian Perret – C hristian Promotion © Valais/Wallis

Ice skating Ferien- und Badekurort Breiten, Breiten, t +41 27 928 60 10 Natural ice rink, Bettmeralp. Information from Bettmeralp Tourism Ski School, Bettmeralp, t +41 27 927 22 20 Snow Passion, Bettmeralp, t +41 27 927 30 39 Paragliding/hang-gliding Mario Volken, Fiesch, t +41 79 221 05 50 Airvolution, Raoul Geiger, Fiesch, t +41 78 757 32 49 Bergsteigerzentrum Aletsch, Fiesch, t +41 27 971 17 76 Flug-Taxi.ch, Xandi Furrer, Fiesch, t +41 79 241 23 83 Flying Center Oberwallis, Fiesch, t +41 27 971 25 51⁄+41 79 220 73 05 Swimming Good Flight, Fiesch, t +41 79 241 23 83 Salt water spa, Breiten, t +41 27 928 42 00 Adults with visitor’s card CHF 14.50⁄without visitor’s card CHF 16.00 Cross-country skiing Children with visitor’s card CHF 1 1.70⁄without visitor’s card CHF 13.00 Bux trail, Riederalp, dual track, approx. 1 km Bachtla Sports Center, Bettmeralp, t +41 27 927 20 07 Bettmersee trail, Bettmeralp, approx. 2 km Indoor swimming pool (16 m x 8 m, water depth 1.40 m) with whirlpool, Fiesch-Fieschertal trail, approx. 4 km slide and separate children’s paddling pool. Sport Ferien Resort Fiesch, Fiesch, t +41 27 970 15 15 Night tobogganing Adults CHF 8.00⁄CHF 4.00*, children CHF 5.00⁄CHF 2.50* Fiescheralp-Lax, night tobogganing with fondue fun Indoor pool Mon–Fri 2–9 pm, Sat 2–6 pm, Sun closed, every Tuesday from January to middle of March * with visitor’s card Ski lift Blätz, Fieschertal, every Thursday in the month of February from 6–8 pm Sport centers Nordic walking Bachtla Sports Center, Bettmeralp, t +41 27 927 20 07 Bettmeralp, information from Bettmeralp Tourism Sport Ferien Resort Fiesch, Fiesch, t +41 27 970 15 15 Tennis- und Fitnesscenter, Fiesch, t +41 27 970 15 60 Snowshoe trekking, guided tours and hikes Swiss Snow Sports School Riederalp, Riederalp, t +41 27 927 10 01 Tennis Art Furrers Forum Alpin, Riederalp, t +41 27 928 44 88 Kurort Breiten, Breiten, t +41 27 928 42 10 Bergsteigerschule Martin Nellen, mountain guide, Riederalp, Bachtla Sports Center, Bettmeralp, t +41 27 927 20 07 t +41 27 927 18 38 Tennis- und Fitnesscenter, Fiesch, t +41 27 970 15 60 Snowshoeman Ed Kummer, Aletsch-Riederalp, t +41 79 488 17 28 Mon–Fri 9–11 am & 2–10 pm, Sat 2–6 pm Mathieu Roger, mountain guide, Greich, t +41 27 927 28 65 Sun closed Michael Kimmig, mountain guide, Ried-Mörel, t +41 27 927 44 20

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Riederalp

Alp Museum Chunschtspycher Bettmeralp If you are interested in the country and its people, in the history of the region Gallery Chunschtspycher and farming on the alp, then the Alp Museum is just the place for you. A place for exhibitions, a studio for artistic creation, a place to live and mount exhibitions on your own initiative, a vacation apartment in an artistic The following program is available: atmosphere. - Guided tour of the Alpine hut dating from the year 1606 with parlor and kitchen Brigitte and Werner Keist-Locher - Exhibition “Alpwards/tourism and farming” t +41 79 640 46 02, [email protected] - Video film A“ letsch 1899–1999”

Booking and information: Riederalp Mörel Tourism, t +41 27 928 60 50. Fiesch-Eggishorn

Art Exhibition in the Eggishorn Panoramic Hall Bettmeralp 10 years have gone by since Jörg Amsel presented his impressive photo ex- hibition – Trees – in the panoramic hall on the Eggishorn. The photos have “Art on Aletsch” attained cult status and have since appeared in magazines and on TV Art exhibition room at the Bettmerhorn mountain restaurant from December shows. Jörg has now explored the subject of trees more deeply for us. He 2014 to March 2015. Free admission. has observed the Aletsch Forest closely and put together a selection of photos showing the Aletsch Forest in a way never seen before. Come and “Eiswelt Bettmerhorn – Faszination Aletschgletscher” see for yourself how unique these photos are in this year’s exhibition, “The multimedia tour exhibition Aletsch Forest”. Experience not only our unique natural landscape, but na- Discover the fascinating world of glaciers on the trail of an Ice Age researcher ture – the Aletsch Forest – from a completely different perspective. The and experience firsthand the secrets of the largest glacier in theA lps! In ­exhibition runs until the end of the winter season 2014/15. Free admission. nine rooms on two floors we’ll whisk you away to the magic kingdom of ice. What do a cook, a glacier flea and an ancient legendary figure have in com- Guided village tours Fiesch-Eggishorn mon? Perhaps the Aletsch Glacier will reveal the answer to you. Enjoy an Every Tuesday from December 2014 to April 2015, we welcome you on a exciting tour with many attractions and interesting facts for people of all guided village tour. Afterwards enjoy a drink and snacks in the Prefect’s ages. Open all year round. Free admission. Come and be enchanted by the House. Please book with the tourism office by 12 noon, Tuesday. Aletsch Glacier!

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Circus Harlekin Riederalp Festival of Culture Aletsch Golf Tournament Week July 22–26, 2015 July 30–August 2, 2015 August 8–16, 2015 Autumn Golf Tournament Week September 5–13, 2015

Aletsch Half-Marathon Lake Festival Weekend The traditional game of “Gilihüsine” June 28, 2015 July 24–26, 2015 September 20, 2015

48th Mineral Exchange 14th “Gratzugnacht” Gogwärgjifest July 12, 2015 (hike in search of enchanted souls) (Dwarf Festival) July 30, 2015 August 1, 2015

74 Summer preview 2015 Summer preview 2015 75 Lötschberg Car Transport: Kandersteg–Goppenstein in just 15 minutes. During the day, there is a connection at least every 30 minutes in both directions, with the frequency increasing to 15-minute intervals at peak times and even more often in periods of high demand. So that you can enjoy your holiday in the Aletsch Arena even longer. Further information and a current traffi c report are available on +41 (0)900 55 33 33 (CHF 1.50 a minute from Swiss landlines) or at www.bls.ch/autoverlad

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