Aletsch Arena

Aletsch Arena delivers an extraordinary alpine experience alongside the Great Aletsch Glacier—Switzerland's largest ice flow stretching 23km through the Bernese Alps. This car-free destination combines 104km of impeccably groomed terrain with breathtaking views across 4,000m peaks. From wide, gentle slopes perfect for families to challenging sections above Riederalp and Bettmeralp, the area caters to varied skiing abilities while maintaining a peaceful atmosphere away from mass tourism. The UNESCO World Heritage setting creates a skiing backdrop that transcends typical resort experiences, with ancient ice formations providing a constant reminder of the Alpine landscape's majestic scale.

Rising directly from the Rhône Valley via cable cars to the car-free villages, Aletsch Arena's lift system exemplifies efficient Swiss engineering. Thirty-five modern installations serve varied terrain across three distinct sectors—Riederalp, Bettmeralp, and Fiescheralp—with minimal waiting even during peak periods. The system's thoughtful design creates natural skiing circuits with vertical drops approaching 1,000m, while maintaining the area's environmental integrity within its protected UNESCO setting. Skiers particularly appreciate the panoramic viewpoints accessed throughout the network, offering some of Switzerland's most spectacular Alpine vistas across the Bernese Oberland.