Alte Suon hike Bürchen – Brandalp

The path connects the two neighboring villages Bürchen and Unterbäch and is accompanied by the Alte Suon. This is an old water channel built centuries ago to irrigate the meadows. The impressive hike begins in Bürchen-Gärlich near the bus stop. You first walk south, then west along a relatively flat path through a larch forest and beside the Alte Suon. The trees present a wonderful sight with their lush green in spring and summer and a mixed colour palette of yellow, orange, and brown in autumn. You pass the Ronalpe, the Waldstafel, and the Gärwerwald, then head north to the mountain station at Brandalp above Unterbäch.

Sturdy footwear, provisions, and water

Coming from Brig, take the A9 towards Lausanne / Sion / Lötschberg. After 3 km, follow Route 9 (signs to Lausanne / Sion). After crossing the river, turn left into Bürchnerstrasse and follow the winding road for about 8.5 km. Then turn left into Lerchboden and follow the road. After about 2.5 km, you reach the destination.

Postbus Visp - Bürchen - Station

There is a parking lot at the bus stop.

The chairlift also brings you easily and conveniently from Brandalp to Unterbäch or vice versa in summer. Please note the corresponding operating times.