Baltschieder is a municipality located in the heart of Upper Valais, situated on the right bank of the Rhone. This region is characterized by its diverse and dramatic landscapes, transitioning from gentle cultivated slopes near the Rhone plain to wild high alpine environments, complete with rocky ridges and glaciers. The area encompasses the scenic Baltschiedertal, which is part of the UNESCO World Natural Heritage Jungfrau-Aletsch site, making Baltschieder a notable destination for several sports like road cycling, touring cycling, mountain biking, mountaineering, and more.
Baltschieder offers more than 20 routes across several sports like road cycling, touring cycling, mountain biking, mountaineering, and more. The varied terrain provides opportunities for different outdoor pursuits, from navigating historic water channels known as Suonen to exploring high alpine paths. For cyclists, Baltschieder features a range of routes, including challenging mountain bike trails and scenic road cycling routes through the Rhone Valley and vineyards. Mountaineers can find demanding ascents and via ferrata routes in the high alpine environment. More than 70,000 visitors have shared their experiences in Baltschieder, resulting in an average rating of 4.66 out of 5 stars. To explore specific activities, consider guides such as Road Cycling Routes around Baltschieder, MTB Trails around Baltschieder, or Hiking around Baltschieder.
101
Routes
4.7
(241)
Average rating
5257
People visited

4.2
(6)
332
riders
71.0km
03:39
1,150m
1,150m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
(4)
74
riders
52.1km
02:58
1,180m
1,180m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.5
(2)
326
riders
71.5km
04:28
1,800m
1,800m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.9
(10)
367
riders
47.6km
03:05
1,410m
1,410m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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5.0
(1)
39
riders
47.9km
04:50
1,570m
1,570m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

5.0
(1)
37
riders
35.7km
01:43
50m
50m
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

18
riders
30.5km
02:38
980m
980m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

18
riders
47.5km
03:54
1,530m
1,530m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.3
(26)
435
riders
21.1km
01:14
90m
90m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
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414
riders
51.0km
03:30
740m
740m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(6)
146
riders
34.1km
02:10
90m
90m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(2)
73
riders
38.8km
02:47
730m
730m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
(1)
96
runners
44.5km
06:27
1,870m
1,870m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

5.0
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66
runners
19.4km
02:05
220m
220m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

20
runners
5.29km
00:34
10m
10m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

14
runners
17.4km
01:51
90m
90m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.7
(3)
71
riders
55.7km
05:56
1,910m
1,900m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

4.5
(13)
131
riders
27.1km
02:35
780m
780m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.5
(6)
50
riders
32.8km
02:44
750m
750m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(1)
30
riders
33.4km
03:14
1,100m
1,100m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
(5)
45
hikers
11.2km
04:25
560m
560m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

43
hikers
9.80km
07:29
1,080m
1,080m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

5.0
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25
hikers
10.4km
04:16
850m
850m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
21
hikers
3.38km
02:22
140m
150m
Hard mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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5.0
(3)
9
hikers
11.7km
03:55
570m
570m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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14
hikers
6.12km
01:56
230m
230m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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15
hikers
11.5km
03:41
420m
420m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

12
hikers
3.41km
00:52
10m
10m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Baltschieder offers a range of outdoor activities including Road cycling, Touring cycling, Mountain biking, Mountaineering, Gravel biking, Hiking, and Jogging. The region features 26 routes with an average rating of 4.66 out of 5 stars. More than 70,000 visitors have explored the area.
Baltschieder is known for the Baltschiedertal, a wild valley part of the UNESCO World Natural Heritage Jungfrau-Aletsch site. The region also features historic irrigation channels called Suonen, such as the Niwärch and Gorperi. Views of peaks like the Bietschhorn and the Baltschieder Glacier are also prominent.
Yes, Baltschieder offers appealing routes for road cyclists, including sections of the Rhone Route 1. These routes provide diverse scenery, from the Rhone Valley to vineyards. For more information, refer to the Road Cycling Routes around Baltschieder guide.
Baltschieder is a renowned destination for mountain biking, featuring trails like the Baltschieder Supertrail, which includes a 1.2-mile (2-kilometer) unlit tunnel. Other popular trails include Chäferstatt, Baltschieder Vineyard, and Bieltini. The region is also part of larger routes such as the Valais Bike Route. Find more details in the MTB Trails around Baltschieder guide.
Mountaineering in Baltschieder includes the demanding Baltschiedertal via ferrata to the Wiwannihütte, rated C/D (difficult). This route features exposed rocks and a spectacular rock tower, culminating at 8,081 feet (2463m) above sea level. The area also offers views of the Bietschhorn, a peak reaching 12,939 feet (3,934m). More information is available in the Mountain Hikes around Baltschieder guide.
Yes, Baltschieder provides various hiking opportunities, including paths along historic irrigation channels known as Suonen. The Baltschiedertal, part of a UNESCO World Natural Heritage site, offers pristine alpine landscapes for exploration. Consult the Hiking around Baltschieder guide for detailed routes.
Touring cyclists can explore routes like the Valais Bike Route: Leukerbad - Oberwald (Stage 3), which covers significant altitude changes along the Rhone. The Rhone Route 1 also passes through the main valley, allowing discovery of small villages and natural reserves. Refer to the Cycling around Baltschieder guide for more options.
Baltschieder offers varied terrain, including routes that transition from gentle cultivated slopes near the Rhone plain. While some routes are challenging, options like sections of the Rhone Route 1 can be suitable for less experienced cyclists. The region has routes for different skill levels.
Baltschieder is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 70,000 visitors having shared their experiences. The region's 26 routes have received an average rating of 4.66 out of 5 stars from over 6,000 ratings. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among users.
Komoot offers several guides for Baltschieder, covering various sports. These include Road Cycling Routes around Baltschieder, MTB Trails around Baltschieder, and Hiking around Baltschieder. Additional guides cover touring cycling, gravel biking, mountaineering, and running.
For official inquiries, the Baltschieder municipality can be contacted via their official website or by phone. The official website is www.baltschieder.ch. The municipal administration's phone number is +41 27 948 43 00.

