The classic: Blatten - Fafleralp

Safety instructions

The use of the winter hiking trails and the information on this website are at your own risk. The conditions on site may cause changes to the route. Valais/Wallis Promotion assumes no responsibility for the accuracy and completeness of the information on this website. 

• Carry a map with you. Download the complete description of the hiking trail with a large-scale map by clicking "Print" at the top right of the page.
• Use only marked hiking trails and follow all signs and instructions - for your own safety, to protect grazing animals, and out of respect for wildlife.
• Be considerate of other trail users and the landscape. Take your litter and others' litter with you.
• Carry additional sunscreen. UV rays at high altitudes can be very strong, especially in winter, even in cloudy weather.
• Plan your hike carefully: consider the required fitness level of all participants, weather forecasts, and seasonal dependencies.
• Weather conditions in the mountains can change very quickly and without warning. Appropriate clothing and sufficient provisions (food and drink) are very important. In unstable weather, better turn back early.
• Do not go onto glaciers without a mountain guide.
• Observe warning signals indicating danger, especially avalanche risk.
• Inform third parties about the route and, if possible, never go alone.