Kippel is a village located in the Lötschental Valley of Valais, Switzerland, characterized by its imposing mountain landscape and untouched natural beauty. This region, part of the UNESCO Swiss Alps Jungfrau-Aletsch World Heritage Site, offers diverse terrain ranging from river paths and alpine meadows to challenging singletracks and high-alpine environments. Its varied geography makes it suitable for several sports like hiking, touring cycling, mountain biking, road cycling, and more. The area provides a setting for outdoor activities amidst majestic peaks…
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537
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17.8km
05:57
610m
620m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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109
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6.01km
03:39
490m
490m
Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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4.17km
01:27
180m
180m
Moderate hike. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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14.1km
06:22
800m
800m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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351
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36.1km
01:28
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Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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82.8km
03:47
470m
470m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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70
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47.0km
03:15
1,610m
1,610m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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28.5km
01:40
540m
540m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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186
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59.8km
04:42
1,520m
1,520m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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33.3km
02:42
990m
990m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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44.1km
02:50
330m
330m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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34.0km
02:58
940m
940m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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19.5km
03:07
970m
970m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

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34.1km
04:22
1,320m
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Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

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34.4km
05:05
1,940m
1,940m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

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41.1km
05:26
1,840m
1,840m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.
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45
hikers
11.2km
04:25
560m
560m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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9.80km
07:29
1,080m
1,080m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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19.7km
06:21
630m
630m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

15
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12.2km
04:50
640m
640m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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35
runners
19.2km
02:49
590m
590m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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23.7km
02:35
290m
290m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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34
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7.56km
00:48
20m
20m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

26
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8.23km
00:51
30m
30m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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37
riders
35.7km
01:43
50m
50m
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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35.7km
02:11
250m
250m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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37.9km
02:57
1,070m
1,070m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Kippel, located in the Lötschental Valley, offers a variety of outdoor activities including hiking, touring cycling, mountain biking, road cycling, jogging, mountaineering, and gravel biking. The region is part of the UNESCO Swiss Alps Jungfrau-Aletsch World Heritage Site, providing diverse terrain for exploration. There are 9 routes available across these sports.
Kippel offers numerous hiking trails, from easy paths along rivers to challenging mountain routes. The region features 7 hiking routes on komoot. For detailed information on various hiking options, consult the Hiking around Kippel guide.
Yes, Kippel is a destination for mountain biking, offering trails with varying difficulty levels. The region has 2 mountain biking routes listed on komoot. Specific routes like the Bietschhorn Trail from Lauchernalp to Wiler offer panoramic views. More details can be found in the MTB Trails around Kippel guide.
Kippel provides options for touring cycling, road cycling, and gravel biking. The Rhône River Cycle Path offers relatively flat routes, while road cyclists can explore Alpine passes. For comprehensive information, refer to the Cycling around Kippel and Road Cycling Routes around Kippel guides.
Kippel is surrounded by majestic peaks like the Bietschhorn, Weisshorn, and Dent Blanche, offering spectacular views. The region also features glacial landscapes, waterfalls, canyons like the Chluse Gorge, and lakes such as Lake Oeschinen. Areas like the Riedhaltä bird sanctuary provide opportunities for nature observation.
Kippel offers a range of trails suitable for different skill levels, including easy paths along rivers that can be enjoyed by families. The diverse terrain allows for comfortable strolls through traditional villages. Specific family-friendly routes are detailed within the various sport guides.
The routes in Kippel are well-regarded by the komoot community. There are 9 routes available, which have been experienced by more than 20,000 visitors. These routes have an average rating of 4.64 out of 5 stars based on over 2,000 ratings.
Kippel and the Lötschental are accessible via an efficient PostBus network. Access by car is also possible. Cable cars, such as the one from Wiler to Lauchernalp, provide convenient access to higher elevation trails and viewpoints.
Komoot offers several guides for Kippel, including Hiking around Kippel, Cycling around Kippel, MTB Trails around Kippel, and Road Cycling Routes around Kippel. Additional guides cover running, mountaineering, and gravel biking.
For official tourist information regarding Kippel and the Lötschental Valley, visitors can contact Lötschental Tourism. Their official website is www.loetschental.ch. They can also be reached by phone at +41 (0)27 938 88 88.
Yes, Kippel offers trails suitable for jogging and running. The diverse landscape provides various routes for different preferences. For specific running routes, consult the Running Trails around Kippel guide.
The terrain in Kippel and the Lötschental Valley is highly varied. It ranges from easy paths along rivers and through alpine meadows to challenging alpine singletracks and high-alpine environments. This diversity caters to a wide array of outdoor sports and skill levels.

