Termen Mountain Farming Adventure Trail

2.67 km long
Round trip
Difficulty: medium
Condition: easy
Theme trail
  • 1:00 h
  • 2.67 km
  • 92 m
  • 92 m
  • 837 m
  • 927 m
  • 90 m
  • Start: Brig, train station
  • Destination: Brig, train station
The varied Mountain Farming Experience Trail in Termen illustrates Valais agriculture with its animals, products and special conditions.

The village Termen lies on a sunny plateau above Brig. You can reach the starting point of the adventure trail at Sennereiplatz from Brig either by post bus or after a one-hour hike over the Biela. 33 boards with pictures and texts provide information about the special features of Valais mountain farming. You will learn many interesting facts about the Valais black-necked goat, the Valais black-nosed sheep, wild bees and honeybees, alpacas, traditional irrigation methods, the different types of meadows and much more. On the way back you hike past the nature trail Achera Biela back to Brig.

Brig Simplon Tourismus AG
Brig Simplon Tourismus AG

Good to know

Pavements

Street
Asphalt
Trail

Best to visit

suitable
Depends on weather

Directions

Termen - Pfaffuschlüocht - Tenni - Termen

Tour information

  • Cultural Interesting

  • Loop Road

  • 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

By post bus or private vehicle.
Parking is available in Termen and Brig.
You can travel comfortably by post bus from Brig railway station to Termen.

Additional information

Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author

Combine the educational tour with a visit to the weekly market (each Saturday during the summer months) on the town square in Brig.

Safety guidelines

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

Map

Hiking maps are available at the tourist office in Brig.

Nearby

Location and Contact

Termen Mountain Farming Adventure Trail
3912 Termen