Lötschberger - Südrampe

26.42 km long
Difficulty: difficult
Condition: very difficult
Great panorama
Hike
  • 8:00 h
  • 26.42 km
  • 617 m
  • 1,152 m
  • 672 m
  • 1,093 m
  • 421 m
  • Start: Hohtenn, train station
  • Destination: Brig, train station
The hiking trail leads along the more than 100-year-old Lötschberg mountain route from Hohtenn via Ausserberg, Eggerberg and Lalden to Brig.

The route fascinates hikers of all ages again and again. Alpine and southern vegetation alternate - and there are always beautiful views of the Rhone Valley. Along the way you can admire typical old Valais houses as well as masterpieces of railway construction from the early 20th century - for example the Luogelkin viaduct between Hohtenn and Ausserberg. In the Bietschtal valley, the hiking trail follows the route of the old construction railway. The old irrigation channels, the suonen, are impressive. They meander for several kilometres along rugged cliffs, testifying to the courage and skill of their builders.

On the way there are numerous opportunities for side trips down to the valley or up to the higher Alps. You can walk the 23 km long Lötschberger south ramp as a whole or in sections. Starting points are the stations Hohtenn, Ausserberg, Eggerberg, Lalden and Brig. Brigerbad and Mund can be reached by post bus.

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Directions

Hohtenn - Brägji - Rarnerchumma - Naturbrücke - Riedgarto - Ausserberg - Fischersbiel - Eggen - Eggerberg - Lalden - Brigerbad - Mund - Birgisch - Naters - Brig

Further information can be found in the hiking flyer Lötschberger Südrampe.

Tour information

  • Cultural Interesting

  • Stop at an Inn

Equipment

Equipment adapted to the weather is indispensable. For all hikes it is strongly recommended to wear good, sturdy mountain boots.

Directions & Parking facilities

Take the "RegioExpress Lötschberger" train to the desired stop on the Lötschberger Südrampe hiking trail.
Parking is available in Brig and at the railway stations.
Arriving by train (www.bls.ch/loetschberger) is comfortable and the journey itself is an experience. Buy your ticket directly here fahrplan.bls.ch.

Additional information

Guided railway hike: Several times a year there is a guide railway hike  from Hohtenn to Ausserberg.

www.bls.ch/loetschberger

www.brig-simplon.ch

Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author

On the way there are numerous opportunities for side trips down into the valley or up to higher situated alps.

Safety guidelines

The hike is at your own risk. Insurance is the responsibility of the hiker.

Map

Hiking maps are available at the tourist offices.

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Location and Contact

Lötschberger - Südrampe
3949 Hohtenn