Bettmergrat-Höhenweg
A 1.2-mile point-to-point route in Valais, Switzerland.
- 1.2 mi
- one way
- 892 ft
- climb
- 9,317 ft
- high point
- Point to point
- route
Bettmergrat-Höhenweg is a 1.2-mile point-to-point route in Valais, Switzerland. It runs between about 8,700 ft and 9,320 ft above sea level, with roughly 890 ft of climbing one way. It is alpine hiking on rough, exposed ground where you may need your hands for balance; it is for experienced hikers. It is mapped as a named hiking route, with the sections joined into one trail here. The nearest town is Bettmeralp, about 1.5 miles northeast of the trailhead. Peaks within about 3 miles include Bettmerhorn, Bettmergrat and Fiescherhorli. For camping, Camping Eggishorn is within about 6 miles. There are 11 other mapped trails within about 3 miles, so you can combine or extend the outing. Distances, elevations and the route shape here come from OpenStreetMap and the Copernicus 90 m elevation model. Trails, access rules and conditions change, so check locally before you go.
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