The Top 20 Peaks in the Valais
Whether for the view or for the challenge, climbing the mountainous peaks in the Valais is the best way to experience more of this beautiful region. But with 20
to choose from, it can be tough to know which peak to proceed with. That’s why we’ve collected the best peaks and summits in the Valais for you here — so you can easily add one to your next adventure.
to choose from, it can be tough to know which peak to proceed with. That’s why we’ve collected the best peaks and summits in the Valais for you here — so you can easily add one to your next adventure.
Last updated: October 18, 2025
The circular trail is almost 500 metres long and always offers you the perfect view of the UNESCO World Heritage Swiss Alps Jungfrau-Aletsch. Information boards along the route provide interesting …
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The Allalinhorn is a four-thousand-meter peak, perhaps the easiest in the Alps from a technical perspective. Since 1984, an underground funicular has operated along its northern flank, taking it up to 570 meters above sea level, significantly shortening the climb.
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absolutely great view all around! The exertions of the ascent were worth it! The outer Barrhorn is 3610 m above sea level. - An impressive "shark fin"!
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The Gornergrat is definitely one of those places you have to visit at least once in your life. 365 days a year, you can take the cog railway up from …
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The climb from the Auberge de Chindonne has endless switchbacks up to the summit. But the view from the summit of the Rhone Valley and Lake Geneva and the mountains …
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The Grammont is at 2172m and can be reached from Lac de Taney via a mountain hiking trail (red-white-red). If you are familiar with the terrain and have a head …
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Magnificent view of the Aletsch Glacier and Goms - as written everywhere, you should really only tackle the ridge with suitable shoes, basic fitness and a head for heights, otherwise the fun could soon turn into a nasty fight.
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Modern cabin with 70 beds, next to the old hut with additional 60 beds. Perfect for climbing the Nadelhorn and its neighbor summit.
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Very nice, rarely full of people and fairly easy hike. Just before the cabin you'll need to do a bit of climbing and use chains. About 4-5 hours to the …
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In the southwest of the Bernese Alps, you climb to almost 3,000 meters in altitude if you want to reach the summit cross of the Torrenthorn. You will be rewarded …
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