Riederalp is a holiday village right next to one of the largest alpine glaciers, the Aletsch. In winter, there is a ski center here, and in summer, the surroundings are perfect for mountain hiking.
The great attraction of Riederalp is the 23 km long Aletsch Glacier, which is included in the UNESCO list. There are many viewpoints in the area that allow you to see it from a greater distance. You can also take advantage of the offer of guided glacier tours. The area around Riederalp is picturesque. The views include several dozen alpine three and four thousand meters, headed by the famous Matterhorn.
In winter, Riederalp and its surroundings turn into a ski sports center. There are over 30 lifts and cable cars here, including the Riederalp cable car serving over 100 km of ski and snowboard slopes. In the valley, there are cross-country ski runs. There are also winter hiking trails that allow you to hike and admire the wonderful views.
One of the popular excursion destinations both in winter and summer is Villa Cassel and the surrounding Alpine Garden. Nearby, you can also visit the Alpine Museum located in the historic Nagulschbalmu hut from the beginning of the 17th century.
