Thematic trailEasy

Alpine Garden (Nr. 21b)

Something unique has emerged on the Gornergrat. Europe’s highest alpine garden opened in late summer 2023. It is somewhere to delight in the spectacular alpine flora and to learn more about the alpine flowers in the Valais Alps. 

Details

Type
Thematic trail
Difficulty
Easy
Duration
30 min
Distance
0.4 km
Ascent
27 m
Descent
3 m
Lowest point
2784 m
Highest point
2814 m

Something unique has emerged on the Gornergrat. Europe’s highest alpine garden opened in late summer 2023. It is somewhere to delight in the spectacular alpine flora and to learn more about the alpine flowers in the Valais Alps. 

Details

Type
Thematic trail
Difficulty
Easy
Duration
30 min
Distance
0.4 km
Ascent
27 m
Descent
3 m
Lowest point
2784 m
Highest point
2814 m

Description

The Alpine Garden is right beside the Rotenboden mountain station and is also easy for people who are not familiar with mountains to reach. Numerous signs with QR codes help you to immerse yourself in a fascinating world of Alpine plants and learn more about them.

The flora on the Gornergrat are found in one of the most biodiverse areas in the Swiss Alps, which is unique for its special position. Many plant species grow higher up here than in many comparable areas. 

  • Easily reached, even for non-mountain lovers
  • Easily combined with a visit to the Gornergrat
  • Information boards available
  • Follow the code of conduct

Best season

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec

Route

Start point
Rotenboden (2,815 m)
End point
Rotenboden (2,815 m)

Rating

Condition
Technique
Experience
Landscape

Map

You can reach more detailed information for tour specifics by ©Outdooractive from the link placed below the map.

Properties

  • Circular route
  • Nice views
  • Geological highlights
  • Botanical highlights

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