"Chum, wie dü bisch" (Come on, as you are)
These are special times. But in the Moosalpregion you can also experience this year the mountain summer in its most beautiful splendor. You have space, you can move freely and really soak up the peace, nature and fresh air. Leave the last months behind you and just feel free.
We have put together a few tips for your stay, which you must have experienced. In 14 days you can experience the Moosalpregion in many different ways. So "chum, wie dü bisch", the Moosalpregion welcomes you with open arms - hiä chusch ämbri.
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No. 1
Take a walk to the stand
The classic par excellence and a good introduction to really experience the Moosalp region for the first time. The stand is an open elevation on the high plateau of Moosalp. On this elevation you have a unique 360-degree panorama over the entire Upper Valais and views of 12 four-thousand-meter peaks, many glaciers and valleys. The stand is one of the sunniest places in the whole Switzerland with the least precipitation.
You can reach the stand on foot in about 30 minutes from Moosalp. Follow the signs and marvel at the unique nature on the way to the stand. You can return to Moosalp on the same way or you can do a short loop which leads you back to Moosalp via Lake Boniger and Lake Breitmatt.
Attention, do not forget your camera!
No. 2
Watching the cows go to the barn
The Eringer cows - an expression of strength and pride - they belong to the Moosalp like raclette to the Valais. More than 100 cows spend the summer on the Moosalp, most of them Eringer cows. Eringer are a mountain breed that has always been bred in the Valais mountains. For Valaisans, owning Eringer cows is an honor. The tradition is carried on in the family from generation to generation. Eringer cows fight each other to determine the ranking within the herd. This is the nature of these animals. As soon as they are away from the barn, they feel the natural urge to fight. A special highlight is the daily stable walk at Moosalp. At 5:00 p.m. all cows come from the pasture to the stable at the same time. Here you have the opportunity to marvel at these attractive animals from up close. If you are lucky, you can even marvel at one or two fights for position in the herd.
No. 3
Do a yoga session in the Hellela
To be able to really switch off, a proper yoga session is also part of it. The Moosalpregion offers you many unique places for a yoga session. The area around the Hellela is particularly suitable. The lower, middle and upper Hellela are true treasures of nature. They are large, flat, terraced clearings in the large forests around Bürchen and Zeneggen. The meagre meadows growing in the dry steppes are protected and contribute to the special biodiversity of songbirds, butterflies and grasshoppers. You can enjoy a particularly clear view of the striking Bietschhorn. Take your yoga mat with you and find your inner center.
No. 4
Play a round of alpine mini golf
The 18-hole miniature golf course in Bürchen is ideal for a little family outing. 18 holes are waiting for your precise stroke. When you have mastered all the holes, you can refresh yourself in one of the surrounding restaurants Ronalp, Bürchnerhof or Alpenrösli. You can rent the equipment on site in self-service. If you don't manage the 18 holes, you haven't recovered yet.
No. 5
Eat a cream slice
It is almost world-famous and the epitome of the Moosalp - the Moosalp cream cake. An absolute must when visiting the Moosalp region. Those who love cream slices will be in seventh heaven here. If you like it extravagant, you can order the cream slice with real gold or the version of the world champion and Olympic champion Ramon Zenhäusern in 2 meters length.
But not only the cream cake in the restaurant Moosalp is recommendable. The entire gastronomy of the Moosalp region enjoys an excellent reputation. Whether cordon bleu or raclette, every restaurant has its specialty. You can find the whole offer here!
No. 6
Conquer the 16 hairpin bends up to Moosalp
Also "Gümmeler" get their money's worth. The Moosalp is very popular with racing cyclists. The ascent from Stalden via Törbel to Moosalp is particularly well-known. In 16 kilometers the road winds spectacularly up the mountain. Again and again you catch sight of old hamlets or groups of woolly black-nosed sheep. A special highlight is the "Bärgüf" (will take place next time in 2021). During one day, about 1,000 participants ride as many times as possible from Stalden to Moosalp and collect money for people suffering from cancer. The route becomes even more special and gives some goose bumps.
The route from Stalden leads over 15.3 km from 875 to 2,050 meters above sea level with an average gradient of 8.1 %. Those who like it more leisurely can also take the e-bike.
No. 7
Discover the Suonen
The Suone - since the introduction of the new hundred note it is known to everyone. Suonen are irrigation systems that have a very long tradition in the canton of Valais. They transport water from streams or lakes along the surface to meadows and fields to protect them from drying out. One of the most beautiful Suonen in the canton of Valais runs through Bürchen to Zeneggen. If you walk from the Löübbach between Unterbäch and Bürchen along the rippling water of the Suone to Bürchen, your thoughts can run free. Suonen are a magical attraction for children, who can make little boats out of bark or grasses to sail on the water.
No. 8
Make a bike tour
The Moosalpregion can also be explored in a varied way by bike. Many kilometers of homologated bike trails show you the way through the large area of the Moosalpregion. Whether flowing downhill, stony uphill or over mountain meadows, the Moosalpregion has a lot to offer for bike fans.
If you like it more comfortable, just take the e-bike. Most of the paths are suitable for e-bikes and there are charging stations at many restaurants. The e-bike enjoyment tour is especially recommended. It takes you on a culinary tour of the Moosalpregion on an e-bike.
If you don't have a bike with you, you can rent equipment from Zenhäusern Sport in Bürchen on request.
No. 9
Experience the sunrise on the Augstbordhorn
The Augstbordhorn - 2,971 meters above everyday life. The mountain peak is the highest point of the Moosalpregion and offers you an incredible panoramic view over the entire Upper Valais. Whoever visits the Moosalpregion and likes hiking has to go up there! The ascent through the Törbel valley takes about 3 hours and includes almost 1,000 meters of altitude.
Early risers are additionally rewarded with the sunrise on the summit. If you can combine the summit climb with a sunrise, nothing can go wrong on this day. On the Moosalp you can then strengthen yourself again with a breakfast.
No. 10
Visit the "urchige Terbil
Take a trip back in time and immerse yourself in the sophisticated life of a mountain village. The open-air museum in the old village center of Törbel must definitely have a place in your vacation planning. The best thing to do is to book a guided tour, during which you can learn a lot of exciting background information in the native Valais German. The old buildings offer an experience for all ages.
No. 11
Enjoy a Bürchner beer
It quenches your thirst and you can get it in almost every pub in the Moosal region. Whether in Bürchen or Törbel, the beer with the most beautiful label is a true classic. The micro-brewery has existed for many years and refines its products with the fresh mountain spring water from the Moosalpregion.
PS: by the way, the Bürchner beer also makes a nice souvenir from the region. You can buy it in the grocery stores in Bürchen.
No. 12
Finding a geocache - the modern scavenger hunt
Hiking combined with GPS-guided treasure hunting, that's how you could describe geocaching. With satellite navigation, geocaching turns you into a treasure hunter. Suddenly a hike becomes an exciting experience for children and teenagers. The Moosalpregion is a true paradise for geocachers and offers many different trails in various degrees of difficulty. There are over 180 hiding places throughout the region, which are just waiting to be found by you. Take a GPS device or your smartphone and head out into the mountain world around Moosalp. For children there is a children's geocache trail in Bürchen, which brings them closer to the subject and teaches them how to use GPS in a playful way. GPS devices can be rented at the Info Center Bürchen.
If you get hungry after a round of geocaching, you can use one of the many nice barbecue areas for lunch. Pack your picnic basket and enjoy a fine meal in the middle of nature.
No. 13
The busy little tailors visit
In Törbel, an inconspicuous house in the middle of the village hides a special kind of creative workshop. Here it's women power when the hard-working seamstresses from Karlen Swiss create true works of art from old military wool blankets, swingers' pants or mail sacks. Some people will say "ah, these are from here" when looking at the products, as the products from the traditional woolen blankets of the Swiss army look familiar again. The products of Karlen Swiss, which by the way are all 100% handmade with a lot of heart and soul, meanwhile find their way all over the world. It is best to call before your visit to make sure that your visit will be a success.
No. 14
Buy a souvenir in Birchnär Lädeli
If you want to keep the Moosalpregion in your memory even after your departure, this is a must: the Birchnär Lädeli and the other local grocery stores offer you various specialties to take home. So you can enjoy the Moosalpregion even after your visit at home or bring a little piece of "vacation" to the people at home.
