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National Park & Nature

Aletschgletscher

📍 Aletschgletscher, Valais, Switzerland
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Quick Facts

Location
Switzerland
Category
National Park & Nature
Duration
Half a day - 1 day
Address
Aletschgletscher, Valais, Switzerland
Coordinates
46.5000, 8.0500

Introduction

Aletschgletscher is the Alps' longest glacier. ~23 km, UNESCO World Heritage — stunning ice formations from Jungfrau to Aletschhorn — Europe's most spectacular glacier. ~23 km; Alps' longest. ~81.7 km²; UNESCO. From Jungfrau to Aletschhorn. Cable car viewpoints from Fiesch or Bettmeralp.

✨ Highlights

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23 km
~23 km; Alps' longest glacier.
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UNESCO
UNESCO World Heritage.
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Ice
Stunning ancient ice formations.
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Free
Free; transport extra.

🛈 Practical Info

→Cable car:Cable car from Fiesch or Bettmeralp.
→Hiking:Multiple glacier viewing trails.
→Swiss Pass:Swiss Travel Pass — free or discount cable car.
→Combine:With Jungfrau and Matterhorn.
→Season:Year-round; summer weather best.
→Opening Hours:All day
→Transportation:Train + cable car (from Fiesch or Bettmeralp)

Ticket Information

Ticket Information
AdultFree

Free (transport extra)

💡 Tips

• Cable car from Fiesch or Bettmeralp; Swiss Pass discount.
• With Jungfrau and Matterhorn.
• Information is on-site.

FAQ

What are the opening hours of Aletschgletscher?

All day

How much is the admission for Aletschgletscher?

Adult: Free; Free (transport extra)

Any practical tips for visiting Aletschgletscher?

Cable car from Fiesch or Bettmeralp; Swiss Pass discount. With Jungfrau and Matterhorn.

How long should I spend at Aletschgletscher?

A typical visit takes Half a day - 1 day.

Ticket prices, schedules and opening hours are for reference only; please follow the official announcement.