If you are hankering to go to Switzerland, the land of the Alps, then you can try Bettmeralp for skiing and snowboarding. Alternatively, go for an adventurous experience like canyoning and rappelling tours in Bettmeralp. For a more relaxing trip, visit Lake Bettmesree and see the Jungfrau-Aletsch protected area — a UNESCO-listed natural site with glaciers. And for gung-ho visitors, you can hike up Mount Bettmerhorn or walk along Aletschji–Grünsee Suspension Bridge. Read more to find out all the wonderful places and activities to enjoy in this pleasant corner of Switzerland.
1. Ski & Snowboard in Bettmeralp
Bettmeralp, Switzerland has a ski resort in Aletsch in the Swiss Alps. It is a resort linked to Betten by a cable car and is car-free. The resort’s altitude is about 1,950 m or 6,400 feet. Bettmeralp offers good skiing, particularly, for skiers with some skiing experience. The temperatures here may be frigid cold, so wear your long underwear beneath your thick denim, gloves, rabbit-fur ear muffs, woolies, scarves, etc.
Also wear layers of clothing to withstand the freezing temperatures, especially if you come from a hot tropical country like Singapore and Malaysia. The layers of clothes will trap the air inside, which acts as heat insulator and keeps you comfortably warm.
Ski & Snowboard in Bettmeralp
Address: Ski Resort in Aletsch, Swiss Alps - 33km of Piste
Website: J2Ski
2. Canyoning & Rappelling Tours
The more adventurous and young at heart travellers might like to try canyoning and rappelling tours. These outdoor activities will surely burn calories and strengthen the muscles. It keeps you fit, youthful, and strong. Rappelling is a descent from a rock face, using strong ropes. This method is used when a cliff or slope is too steep to descend without protection and necessary gear. Canyoning, on the other hand, is travelling in canyons using a variety of techniques that include other skills such as climbing, walking, scrambling, abseiling (rappelling), jumping, and even swimming.
These adrenalin-pumping activities, especially rappelling, are more suitable for fit travellers with some experience in descending a steep slope. There are some risks involved and people may be thrilled by this activity and feel jubilant after completing it.
Canyoning & Reppelling Tours
Address: Bettmeralp, Switzerland
Website: Peter Stucky, Canyoning Tour
3. Visit Lake Bettmesree
Lake Bettmesree is a peaceful lake that serves as a tourists attraction. Come and enjoy the calm, peaceful atmosphere and quiet of this lake in Bettmeralp, Switzerland. You will instantly forget all your worries and concerns of your busy daily life and work responsibilities. There is no Wi-Fi here and you can be certain that your boss won’t keep hounding you. The lake is a place to reflect on yourself, your achievements, and bring happy memories surrounded by Mother Nature, the Alps, and water.
Lake Bettmesree
Address: Bettmeralp, Switzerland
Website: Lake Bettmesree
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4. See the Jungfrau-Aletsch Protected Area: a UNESCO-listed Natural Site
You can take a helicopter and fly up to see the Jungfrau-Aletsch Protected Area, which is a UNESCO-listed natural site with glaciers. Get a panoramic view from the helicopter as it ascends to the mountains that is a protected area by UNESCO. See the glaciers with an awesome view as you fly over the beautiful scenery. If you can afford it, it is one of a kind experience that you should not miss in Bettmeralp, Switzerland. Snap photos during the trip and along the way for a trip down memory lane to be enjoyed after you return home.
Be mesmerised by the wonderful natural creations. The spectacular view from the helicopter is an experience like no other. By the way, for the novice, glaciers are a slowly moving river of ice formed by the accumulation of snow on mountains.
Jungfrau-Aletsch Protected Area
Address: 3984 Fieschertal, Switzerland
Website: UNESCO
5. Hike up Mount Bettmerhorn
Mount Bettmerhorn is located north of Bettmeralp, in the Swiss canton of Valais. You can either hike up Mount Bettmerhorn or take a gondola lift from Bettmeralp. This mountain reaches an altitude of 2,647 m (8,645 feet) above sea level. If you are young and fit, then why not try hiking up this mountain, but come prepare with goggles, winter boots, scarves, layers of clothing, a hat, gloves, and all of your necessary hiking gear. Reading up before the trip or joining a tour will make the hike more enjoyable and exciting.
Always come prepared with your winter gear and accessories. Also, lather moisturiser on your delicate skin on your face and put on lip balm, because high altitudes can be tough on the skin. This will protect your lips from cracking due to the strong winds. One can never go wrong by being prepared prior to the trip to Mount Bettmerhorn.
Mount Bettmerhorn
Address: Bettmerhorn, 3994 Bettmeralp, Switzerland
Website: Mount Bettmerhorn
Visit Bettmeralp for an awesome experience
Bettmeralp is an amazing tourist attraction in the canton of Valais in Switzerland. There are several heart-pumping activities to do and see. For a start, sports enthusiasts can ski and snowboard in Bettmeralp. For more challenging activities, one can even try canyoning and rappelling tours. Those who are seeking a laid-back day outside can visit Lake Bettmesree and be awed by the surrounding mountains and water. There is something for everyone here — even a UNESCO-listed glacier that can be seen by helicopter. Alternatively, tourists can also choose to hike up Mount Bettmerhorn.
If you have the financial means, try to visit Switzerland, which is famous for the Alps and freezing cold temperatures. Take a cable car or gondola ride up the Alps for a 360 degrees view of the trees, snow, sky, and mountains. It promises to be an exhilarating experience that you can take home with you, so don’t miss out on Bettmeralp in Switzerland!
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