Little-known outside of Switzerland, the Aletsch Arena is a total delight with a great range of skiing, a fabulous long run from the Eggishorn, child-friendly facilities, good rail links and stunning views - including the best views over the World Heritage Aletsch glacier. In the midst of the pistes are the small, car free communities of Riederalp, Bettmeralp and Fiescheralp which lie on a high, sunny plateau above the villages of Mörel, Betten and Fiesch respectively.
The nearest airport to Aletsch Arena is Zurich. There is a railway station in the airport.
The best destination to access the downhill slopes by public transport in this ski area is Betten. Station is adjacent to the cable car into Bettmeralp. Alternatively use Fiesch or Morel, which also have adjacent cable cars into the Aletsch Arena.
Hotel Waldhaus, Bettmeralp Ranked #2 in Bettmeralp by TripAdvisor.
Hotel Bettmerhof, Bettmeralp Ranked #1 in Bettmeralp by TripAdvisor.
Art Furrer Resort "Royal", Riederalp (4*) Ski-in, ski-out on a sunny car-free plateau.
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