Hockenhorngrat-Lötschenpass snowshoe trail
Embark on the high alpine snowshoe trail to the Lötschenpasshütte refuge.
Surrounded by a breathtaking mountain landscape, you get to enjoy the unique high-alpine snowshoe trail to the Lötschenpasshütte refuge. Let yourself be captivated.
The RegioExpress takes you directly from Bern or Brig to Goppenstein. From there, the post bus takes you to the Wiler valley station in ten minutes. You then take the cable car to the Hockenhorngrat ridge.
Route description
From the mountain station of the Hockenhorngrat ridge, the high-alpine snowshoe tour leads down below the imposing Hockenhorn into an impressive landscape towards the Lötschen Pass. The Lötschenpasshütte refuge sits at an altitude of 2,700 metres and delights visitors with stunning views of the mountain world. It is well worth taking a break in the cosy hut. The ascent back to the Hockenhorngrat at 3,100 metres begins immediately afterwards.
We recommend starting the hike by 10.00 a.m. and leaving the Lötschenpasshütte to return by 1.30 p.m. If you would like to enjoy the untouched nature for longer, an overnight stay at the Lötschenpasshütte refuge is recommended.
Key information
Hiking trail | Hockenhorngrat–Lötschenpasshütte–Hockenhorngrat |
Distance | 6 km |
Duration | 3 hours, 30 mins. |
Elevation difference | + 470 m / - 470 m |
Degree of difficulty | difficult |
Catering options | Lötschenpasshütte refuge |
Sights along the way |
Hockenhorngrat viewpoint |
Availability
Please seek information in advance on whether the high-alpine trail is accessible.
Operating times
Lauchernalp–Hockenhorngrat ski lifts
17 December 2022 to 16 April 2023
The post bus runs hourly with a connection in Goppenstein to the RegioExpress.
Subject to change
Rates
Return trip Wiler-Hockenhorngrat
- CHF 56.00 Adults
- CHF 42.00 Adult with Half-Fare Card or GA Card
- CHF 28.00 Children (6–15.66 years)
Junior travelcard and Children’s Co-travelcard are valid as far as Lauchernalp.
Prices in CHF incl. VAT / Prices and products subject to alteration.
Arrival
- Timetable & Tickets Wiler (Lötschen), Talstation
BLS-Tip
- Food available at the Lötschenpasshütte
- Lötschenpasshütte www.loetschenpass.ch