Welcome to Riederalp - a true winter paradise in the immediate vicinity of the Aletsch Glacier. The village is a car-free mountain village and is nestled at 1,900 metres in the majestic backdrop of the Jungfrau-Aletsch-Bietschhorn UNESCO World Heritage Site. The region around Riederalp is known for its sunny slopes and offers a family-friendly atmosphere. With over 100 kilometres of perfectly groomed slopes, the Aletsch Arena ski area extends over the neighbouring villages of Bettmeralp and Fiescheralp. The views of the numerous four-thousand-metre peaks of the Valais Alps make every day an unforgettable experience.
So that you can enjoy your skiing holiday to the full, we recommend renting skis in Riederalp. In addition to first-class equipment, INTERSPORT Rent also offers expert advice and a ski service. Get your holiday off to a relaxed start.
Benefit from the advantages of ski rental on the Riederalp
As Riederalp is a car-free mountain village, it makes sense to travel light and use public transport. The good thing about this is that you don't have to carry bulky winter sports equipment from A to B. Benefit from the wide range of rental gear from INTERSPORT Rent on site:
- Skis - the latest carving skis from renowned manufacturers for unique days on the Aletsch Glacier.
- Ski boots - pinching ski boots are a thing of the past. We'll help you choose comfortable boots.
- Snowboards - want to try something new? We have the right board for flowing experiences.
- Equipment for children - skis in the right size for young skiers. Quick learning success for the youngsters is pre-programmed.
Book your equipment online from home
Don't want to waste any time on site and want to hit the slopes as soon as you arrive? Thanks to online booking from INTERSPORT Rent, you can get a little closer to this wish. Reserve your winter sports equipment from the comfort of your own home and avoid waiting times on site.
It's that simple:
- Select your location.
- Define the period.
- Set the number of people.
- Choose a shop.
- Book your gear.
- Pick it up and hit the slopes.
Your INTERSPORT Rent shop on the Riederalp
The local INTERSPORT Rent shop is a hive of activity during the winter season! The combination of modern grinding machines and many years of expertise guarantees high-quality service for all winter sports enthusiasts. Our experienced RENTertainers are also specialists when it comes to fitting ski boots to individual foot shapes. If you are looking for a professional ski boot fitting, you will find the right experts at Riederalp. So you can hit the slopes without pressure points in the future.
Skirental shops - Riederalp
INTERSPORT bürcherAlpin east (Moosfluh Gletscherbahn)
A winter dream in the UNESCO World Heritage Site: skiing on the Aletsch Glacier
The mountain village of Riederalp is part of the Aletsch Arena ski area and is made up of several regions such as Bettmeralp, Fiesch and the Aletsch Glacier itself. An approximately 10-minute gondola ride takes you and your family to the car-free village, which lies at 1,900 metres above sea level. The surrounding ski area boasts a network of slopes around 100 km long in total. The entire area is divided into 40 km of slopes for beginners (blue), 50 km for advanced skiers (red) and 10 km of black runs for professionals. Freeriders can also let off steam on the 15 km of ski routes in the backcountry.
The Glacier Panorama Tour, the Aletsch Snowpark on Bettmeralp, the Family Funslope for children and night skiing are just some of the many highlights in the region.
Activities for families and children on the Riederalp
A bonus for families with children right from the start: children under the age of 16 ski for free every Saturday, while young people aged 16-20 can expect a discount of 15-20 % compared to the adult rate. As soon as you arrive on the mountain as a family, you can enjoy the beginner-friendly runs around the Moos- and Hohfluh, for example. Here, parents with children can enjoy the wide, gentle slopes. There is also the Gletschi Family Funslope. This is an area that helps beginners in particular to safely learn their first turns in the snow. The Bettmeralp area offers easy waves, a snow tunnel and many other attractions.
Tip: If you prefer walking, you can also start right on the doorstep on the Riederalp. The winter hiking trail to Ried Mörel is around 9 kilometres long and leads through a beautiful mountain landscape and the snow-covered Riederwald forest.
Tours on the Aletsch Glacier for all levels
Have you never been able to admire a glacier up close? Then you've come to the right place in the canton of Valais. The entire region is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and can be visited in many different ways:
- Viewpoint: The View Point Moosfluh, located at 2,333 metres, is in the immediate vicinity of Riederalp and can be reached in both summer and winter. From here, you can enjoy an indescribable panorama with a direct view of the Aletsch Glacier. A winter hike back to Riederalp also starts from the viewpoint.
- Guided ski tours and avalanche courses: Not satisfied with viewing the glacier from afar? Various mountain schools offer guided tours and ensure unforgettable moments on the mountain. You can also take part in avalanche training. Get the right gear for your first ski tour, including the necessary safety equipment, in the INTERSPORT Rent shop on Riederalp.
- Winter hikes on the Aletsch Glacier: The region can also be explored on foot. Winter tours offer views of the 40 four-thousand-metre peaks in the surrounding area and the tongue of the Aletsch Glacier.
If you are unsure whether you have the right gear for your planned tour, our RENTertainers will be happy to advise you. The wide range of products allows you to try many winter sports during your stay.
The highlights on the Riederalp and in the Aletsch Arena ski area
- Around 100 km of slopes of varying degrees of difficulty and guaranteed snow until well into spring
- A variety of ski schools that teach beginners their first turns, but also offer freeride tours and avalanche courses
- Meet and greet with the mascot Gletschi, who is waiting at the lift on Bettmeralp every Sunday
- Many discounts for children and families
Ski holidays on the Riederalp are the right thing for you if ...
... you want to experience the peace and quiet of a car-free mountain village.
... you have never seen or walked on a glacier before and would like to do so during your ski holidays.
... you want to try out the Moosfluh sledging run and the countless winter hiking trails.
INTERSPORT Rent tip
The RENTertainer recommends
Would you like to enjoy the beautiful landscape of Riederalp away from the slopes? How about a winter hike? In the Aletsch Arena, 72 kilometres of groomed winter hiking trails are waiting to be explored. The dreamy winter landscape invites you to linger and offers impressive panoramic views of the Valais four-thousanders and the Great Aletsch Glacier.
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