Brunegg Glacier

#1480 among destinations in Switzerland

Nature, Natural attraction, Natural feature

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The Brunegg Glacier is a 4 km long glacier situated in the Pennine Alps in the canton of Valais in Switzerland. In 1973 it had an area of 6.68 km². The glacier is located north of Bishorn and Weisshorn. ()

Local name: Brunegggletscher Length: 2.49 miCoordinates: 46°8'6"N, 7°43'12"E

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ValaisSwitzerland

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Brunegg Glacier – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Zinal, Weisshorn, Europa Hut, Bishorn.

4.6 miW
Village, Winter sport, Ski area
Zinal
117 min walk • Nestled within the majestic Swiss Alps lies the charming village of Zinal, a hidden gem in the renowned ski area of Val d'Anniviers. This picturesque destination is a skier's paradise, offering a serene escape from the bustling crowds found in some of the larger...
2.3 miS
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Weisshorn
60 min walk • Rising majestically above the Swiss canton of Valais, the Weisshorn stands as a testament to the breathtaking beauty of the Alps. This imposing mountain, part of the Pennine Alps, reaches an elevation of 4,506 meters, making it one of the highest peaks in Switzerland.
4.6 miSE
Hiking, Alpine hut
Europa Hut
118 min walk • Nestled in the Pennine Alps of Switzerland, the Europa Hut serves as a beacon of respite for intrepid alpine adventurers. This alpine hut, perched at an elevation that commands respect and awe, offers shelter and warmth amidst the rugged beauty of the Swiss mountains.
1.2 miS
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Bishorn
31 min walk • Bishorn, Switzerland, is an alpine marvel that beckons climbers from around the globe. Located in the Pennine Alps, this mountain stands at an impressive 4,153 meters, making it one of the most prominent peaks in the region.
2 miW
Alpine hut, Hiking
Tracuit Hut
51 min walk • The Tracuit Hut is a mountain hut of the Swiss Alpine Club, located above Zinal in the canton of Valais. The hut lies at an elevation of 3,256 metres above sea level, at the Tracuit Pass, between Les Diablons and the Tête de Milon in the Pennine Alps.
1.6 miNE
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Barrhorn
41 min walk • The Barrhorn is a mountain in the Pennine Alps.
4.6 miSE
Bridge
Charles Kuonen Suspension Bridge, Randa
118 min walk • The Charles Kuonen Suspension Bridge is the third longest hanging bridge for pedestrian use in the world. It is located in Randa, Switzerland and replaced the defunct Europabrücke, which had been damaged by a rock slide.
3.6 miS
Alpine hut, Hiking
Weisshorn Hut
92 min walk • The Weisshorn Hut is a mountain hut of the Swiss Alpine Club, located above Randa in the canton of Valais. It is located on the southern slopes of the Weisshorn, at a height of 2,932 metres above sea level, near the bottom of the Schali Glacier.
4.9 miSW
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Besso Mountain
126 min walk • Besso is a mountain in the Pennine Alps in the Swiss canton of Valais. The name Besso means "twins" in the dialect of the Val d'Hérens and refers to the twin summits of the mountain. The first ascent of the mountain was probably made by the guides J. B. Épinay and J. Vianin in 1862.
1.4 miSE
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Brunegghorn
36 min walk • The Brunegghorn is a mountain of the Pennine Alps, overlooking the Mattertal in the canton of Valais. It is part of the Weisshorn group. On the west side of the mountain flows the Brunegg Glacier.
2.4 miW
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Les Diablons
61 min walk • Les Diablons are a mountain of the Swiss Pennine Alps, overlooking Zinal in the canton of Valais. They lie between the valleys of Anniviers and Turtmann on the subrange of the Pennine Alps that culminates at the Weisshorn.