
Blatten Belalp
Spectacular glacier views distinguish Belalp, where 60km of uncrowded slopes spread across sunny mountainsides directly facing the massive Aletsch Glacier—Switzerland's largest ice flow and UNESCO World Heritage site. This remarkable visual backdrop creates constant drama throughout the skiing experience, with the 23km glacier providing scale rarely encountered in resort environments. The terrain balances accessible intermediate pistes with challenging sections for advanced skiers, all set within a landscape of extraordinary natural beauty and minimal commercial development. The car-free mountain hamlet of Belalp at 2,137m offers perfect ski-in/ski-out convenience without traffic congestion, creating a peaceful alpine atmosphere increasingly rare in more developed destinations. From gentle practice areas to serious descents toward Blatten village, the area delivers diverse skiing experiences while maintaining authentic Swiss mountain character throughout its remarkable vertical range.
Rising dramatically from the historic village of Blatten, Belalp's lift system efficiently connects valley community with high-mountain terrain through thoughtfully integrated installations. Eight modern lifts serve diverse slopes with minimal environmental impact, preserving the area's natural character while providing comfortable access to varied skiing zones. From the village at 1,322m to panoramic summits approaching 3,000m, vertical drops exceeding 1,600m deliver satisfying descents through dramatically changing landscapes. The system's thoughtful design maintains Belalp's peaceful atmosphere even during peak periods, with lift capacity appropriately scaled to local accommodation rather than day-visitor volume. This balanced approach reflects development priorities favoring quality experiences over commercial expansion in a destination that successfully preserves authentic Alpine character alongside excellent winter sports infrastructure.
Blatten Belalp Resort Elevation
Trails
Total Runs
0
Total Area
38.5km
23.9 miles
Location
The dramatic Upper Valais landscape houses Blatten-Belalp, positioned approximately 220km from Bern and just 10km from Brig in southwestern Switzerland. This spectacular location directly overlooks the Great Aletsch Glacier—the longest ice flow in the Alps at 23km and centerpiece of the UNESCO World Heritage Site protecting this remarkable region. The traditional village of Blatten sits at 1,322m on natural terraces above the Rhône Valley, while the car-free hamlet of Belalp occupies a panoramic position at 2,137m directly facing the massive glacier. This privileged placement combines environmental protection with extraordinary visual drama throughout the skiing experience. The surrounding landscape features remarkable glacial formations alongside traditional timber architecture and continuing agricultural practices, creating authentic mountain character within one of Switzerland's most significant protected natural environments.
Blatten Belalp
, switzerland
Season Info
When winter transforms the Upper Valais from December through April, Blatten-Belalp delivers reliable skiing with particularly consistent conditions from January through March. The area benefits from its elevated position facing the Aletsch Glacier, where cold air flowing off the massive ice sheet helps preserve snow quality throughout the season. The predominantly south and southwest-facing slopes receive abundant sunshine during clear periods, creating perfect visibility for appreciating the extraordinary glacier panorama that distinguishes this destination. Modern snowmaking complements natural precipitation on key sectors, ensuring consistent coverage between the high-mountain terrain and village returns. The season's character evolves from midwinter's reliable cold temperatures to spring's corn snow transformation, with the increasing sunshine hours highlighting the remarkable glacial scenery that makes Belalp particularly appealing during March and April's clearer atmospherics.
Current Season
2025 - 2026
Opening Day
12/14/2024
Closing Day
4/6/2025
Days Open
114
Annual Snowfall
Metric
4.3m
430cm
Imperial
14.1ft
169in
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