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Ferden-Niwen-Lauchernalp

Trailrunning: Lauchernalp

Tags: Geological highlights , Accessible by train and bus , Cableway ascent/descent , Refreshment stops available , Summit route , Flora , Fauna , Scenic , top , Linear route
Level of difficulty: hard
Status: Close
Time: 3-6h
Distance: 15km-20km
Uphill: 1500-2000vm
Descent: 1000-1500vm

"A ridge with a magnificent panorama"

A steep ascent of 1,400 meters in altitude, a beautiful ridge, a magnificent panorama, and a section of the Lötschental high route sum up this route briefly. Good fitness and sure-footedness are required.

The route begins with an ascent of about 1,300 meters in altitude over approximately four kilometers, from Ferden up to Niwengrat. Halfway up the ascent is Faldumalp, which offers a beautiful view of the entire valley and has a water point. Once you reach the ridge, a magnificent view of Valais and its 4000-meter peaks awaits you. Concentration is required on the ridge up to the summit; however, the hiking trail is very much "runnable" except for two short sections. Enjoy the view from the summit over the Lötschental, then return the same way back to Faldumalp. The Lötschental high route leads you back to Lauchernalp. You can take a break before the last kilometers at the mountain inn Kummenalp.

Facts and downloads

State
closed
Difficulty
difficult
Distance
18.8 km
Duration
5:05 h
Ascent
1677 hm
Descent
1081 hm
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Last updated:
31.10.2025

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Tip from the author

In September, when the blueberry bushes change color, the ascent from Faldumalp to Niwengrat is magical

A culinary break or overnight stay at Kummenalp: https://www.kummenalp.ch/

Condition
Experience
Landscape
Lowest point
1374 m
Highest point
2758 m
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Arrival

Public transport

By post bus to Ferden village

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