Leukerbad - Leukerbad

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Leukerbad
CantonValais
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1.368 (2018)
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Leukerbad

Leukerbad is a well-known destination for winter holidays in the canton Valais, in the Switzerland.

background

Leukerbad (French: Loèche-les-Bains) is located in a valley basin open to the south, in which several 48-51 ° C hot calcium sulphate springs arise. Thanks to these sources, Leukerbad is also a recognized one Spa, the place is known as one of the largest thermal bathing and wellness resorts in the Alps

getting there

Leukerbad has very good public transport connections.

By plane

Airport Geneva approx. 190 km (approx. 2 hours)

airport Zurich approx. 230 km (approx. 4 hours)

By train

The Lötschberg base tunnel and the well-developed Swiss train network enable excursions to the Valais in an even shorter travel time. Most of the SBB express trains on the Brig-Sion / Sion-Brig line stop in Leuk-Susten. From here there are regular bus connections to Leukerbad (approx. 30 minutes).

In the street

The roads to Leukerbad are well developed and easily passable even in winter. We recommend the car transport service on the Lötschberg or on the Furka to guests from Germany and German-speaking Switzerland.

Western Switzerland: Motorway towards Martigny - Sion, from there to Susten and up the valley to Leukerbad

Central Switzerland, Eastern Switzerland: Motorway towards Kandersteg Car transport to Goppenstein - Gampel from there towards Sion - Susten - Leuk - Leukerbad

Italy: over the Simplon to Brig, further towards Gampel Susten - Leuk - Leukerbad

mobility

Map of Leukerbad

Thanks to the topography and the mountain railways, the Valais Alps are very well developed mountain areas. The Gemmi and Torrent lifts, two local mountain railways, make it possible to travel comfortably to over 2000 m above sea level in a very short time. To get to sea. At the mountain stations of the two mountain railways, you can marvel at two very different mountain landscapes that are seldom found in such a small geographical distance.

Tourist Attractions

  • Guided tour of Leukerbad: It starts at 1 Town Hall Square and leads past the most important places in the village. The guided tour is rounded off by a wine tasting. Every Monday at 4 p.m. No registration required. CHF 5.00 per person. With LBC / locals for free. From 4 people.
  • Thermal baths: Leukerbad is the largest thermal bathing and wellness resort in the Alps and has three public and numerous private thermal baths. The thermal springs were already used in Roman times.
  • 2 Village square Leukerbad: Since its inauguration in 2003, the square has become a meeting place for guests and locals. Every summer, the square is used to hold numerous events such as concerts and social events such as the August 1st celebration.
  • 3 Parish church of Leukerbad - The construction of the Catholic parish church began in 1484. It received its present form during a renovation in 1865. A valuable Stations of the Cross painted on canvas, which hangs inside at eye level, is particularly worth seeing.

activities

All year round

Leukerbad thermal baths
  • 1  Sports arena. Tel.: 41 (0) 27 470 10 37, Email: . Sports such as curling, ice skating, tennis, badminton, squash, billiards, table tennis, bouldering, strength training, indoor football or mini golf can be practiced in the sports arena. The prices vary depending on the sport.Open: Mon-Fri 10 a.m.-8 p.m., Sat, Sun 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
  • 2  Leukerbad thermal baths, Rathausstrasse 32. Tel.: 41 (0)27 472 20 20, Email: . Leukerbad Therme is the largest alpine thermal bath in Europe, it has 10 pools with 1,400 m² area with thermal water between 28 ° C and 42 ° C.Open: thermal baths 8 a.m. - 8 p.m., sauna and steam bath 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.Price: Adults CHF 29.00, children up to 8 years are free.

summer

  • Thermal spring path. The tour takes place every Tuesday from June to October from 2 p.m. to 4.30 p.m. and is free for visitors with the LBC. Registration required by the evening before at the latest at Leukerbad Tourism, Tel. 41 (0) 27 472 71 71.
  • Leukerbad Gemmi-Daubenhorn via ferrata, the longest via ferrata in Switzerland with 216 meters of ladders and 2000 meters of steel cable. The via ferrata is open July-October, requirements: good physical condition, free from giddiness and sure-footed, good personal safety equipment. A second, smaller and simpler, adventure climbing bridge for everyone starts at the top station of the Gemmi lifts.
  • Disc golf on torrent. E-mail: . Disc golf is a mix of classic golf and frisbee. There is a 9-hole disc golf course on the torrent. The course costs CHF 10.00 for adults, CHF 5.00 for children up to 1998 and CHF 20.00 for families. The deposit for the disc is CHF 5.00. The course is free for visitors with the LBC (excl. Depot Disc).

winter

  • Ski and snowboard:

In Leukerbad itself there are two ski lifts available for skiers and snowboarders. An alternative is the torrent area, which can be reached with the large cable car. The ski area extends over 50 kilometers of slopes and includes six ski lifts and a six-person gondola lift. A day pass costs CHF 55.00 for adults and seniors, CHF 45.00 for young people and CHF 35.00 for children.

  • Cross-country skiing: The cross-country paradise in Leukerbad extends over various trails with a total length of 12 km. Another cross-country attraction is in the natural Gemmi area, from the top station of the Gemmi cable car you can take the aerial tramway down to Lake Daubensee. There are 7 km and 10 km long trails. Cross-country skiing equipment can be rented in the following sports shops:
  • Winter hiking; In winter, Leukerbad offers groomed hiking trails over a total of 40km. These vary in duration and are located in the village or on the Gemmi.
  • Snowkite

shop

The health resort of Leukerbad is not one of the typical shopping destinations. Nevertheless, you can find everything you need for daily life. In addition to several grocery stores, there are bakeries, pastry shops and specialty drinks shops. There are also some sports and fashion stores in Leukerbad. There is also a pharmacy, drugstore and perfumery each. Most of the stores are in the middle price segment, a few fashion stores are in the high range. Most of the shops can be found in and around the village center.

kitchen

You don't have to miss a wide range of culinary delights in this Valais village either. Local specialties can be found on almost every corner. The traditional Swiss dishes, such as a cheese fondue or a raclette, are touted as delicacies in many places. There is also the option of a unique gourmet experience (in Bodmenstübli restaurant) with hiking. Meat lovers are by no means neglected in Leukerbad. There are several restaurants that have grilled specialties on their menu. In addition to all of this, the Mediterranean cuisine, as usual, can be found in some places. A Valais wine usually accompanies a meal: from a simple pasta plate to an elaborately decorated tartare de boef - the price range varies greatly.

nightlife

  • 2  Courage Club, Rathausstrasse 32 (near Burgerbad Therme). Tel.: 41 (0)27 472 20 30.Courage Club on Facebook.Open: Mon - Sun 9 p.m. - 4 a.m.

accommodation

Leukerbad has one of the widest range of holiday apartments and hotels in Valais. The offer ranges from inexpensive holiday apartments in the Valais chalet style to luxurious 5 * superior wellness hotels.

Cheap

  • 1  Derby, Lichtenstrasse 33. Tel.: 41(0)27 472 24 72, Fax: 41(0)27 472 24 10, Email: . Sympathetic, rustic and inexpensive 2 * hotel in a central location.Price: Summer: Single 70-90 CHF, Double 130-160 CHF. Winter: single 80-110 CHF, double 140-170 CHF.
  • 2  Spa and holiday home Volksheilbad, Kurparkstrasse 24. Tel.: 41(0)27 472 21 00, Fax: 41(0)27 472 21 93, Email: . Family spa and holiday home in a central location. Own thermal bath as well as therapy and wellness possibilities.Price: Summer: Single 72-103 CHF, Double 106-206 CHF. Winter: Single 72-103 CHF, double 106-206 CHF.
  • 3  Paradis, Kunibergstrasse 14. Tel.: 41 (0)27 470 12 33, Fax: 41 (0)27 470 12 42, Email: . 2 * superior hotel in a quiet and central location. Free use of the sports arena and local bus for hotel guests.Price: Summer: single 68-87 CHF, double 124-148 CHF. Winter: single 74-96 CHF, double 128-168 CHF.
  • Leukerbad Holiday Home Leukerbad Holiday Home (Switzerland, House of Olympia), Grunibodenstr 14 3954 Leukerbad. Tel.: 41 44586 82 21, Email: . The Leukerbad Holiday Home offers you beautiful accommodation in the picturesque village of Leukerbad. The property is a studio apartment on Grunibodenstraße, about 600 m (10 minutes' walk) from the center of Leukerbad (bus station). Free WiFi is available in the property. The studio is located in a quiet residential area and was renovated in 2013. The well-equipped modern kitchen is stocked with essential tools, spices and basic foodstuffs to support you in your meal preparation. We offer you free roasted coffee and tea from the region. The modern bathroom has a shower, hairdryer, luxury 100% cotton towels and free toiletries. You'll also find a flat-screen TV, as well as iPhone and Android chargers. A luxury two-seater sofa is also available in the living room. After returning home from your outdoor activities, the same sofa easily converts into a comfortable bed for a good night's sleep. The balcony is an inviting place to enjoy the breathtaking view while sweeping your well-marinated food on the grill.Check-in: 4:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.Check-out: 9.00 a.m.last change: Jul. 2020

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  • 4  Alfa, Goppenstrasse 26. Tel.: 41 (0)27 472 74 74, Fax: 41 (0)27 472 74 75, Email: . 3 * superior hotel in a quiet location. Wellness opportunities in the house and free use of various services outside the house.Price: Summer: single 80-85 CHF, double 184-194 CHF. Winter: single 80-90 CHF, double 198-214 CHF.
  • Alex, Goppenstrasse 27. Tel.: 41 (0)27 472 22 22, Fax: 41 (0)27 472 22 75, Email: . 3 * hotel with a unique wellness oasis.Price: Summer: single 99-120 CHF, double 170-225 CHF. Winter: single 103-128 CHF, double 180-240 CHF.
  • Alpina, Rathausstrasse 36. Tel.: 41 (0)27 472 70 70, Fax: 41 (0)27 472 70 75, Email: . 3 * hotel in a quiet location, directly at the Burgerbad.Price: Summer: Single 115-135 CHF, Double 210-220 CHF. Winter: single 115-135 CHF, double 210-220 CHF.
  • Alpina, Sternengässi 7. Tel.: 41 (0)27 472 27 27, Fax: 41 (0)27 472 27 47, Email: . 3 * hotel in the village center, next to the Alpentherme.Price: Summer: single 98-125 CHF, double 174-230 CHF. Winter: single 98-125, double 128-230 CHF.
  • 5  Astoria, Lower Maressenstrasse 26. Tel.: 41 (0)27 470 14 15, Fax: 41 (0)27 470 22 18, Email: . 3 * hotel in a quiet and central location.Price: Summer: single 85-95 CHF, double 160-180 CHF. Winter: single 100-120 CHF, double: 180-200 CHF.
  • 6  Beau-Séjour, To street 78. Tel.: 41 (0)27 472 28 00, Fax: 41 (0)27 472 28 05, Email: . Family 3 * hotel.Open: Summer: single 145-160 CHF, double 190-225 CHF. Winter: single 145-160 CHF, double 190-225 CHF.
  • 7  Dala, Kurparkstrasse 15. Tel.: 41 (0)27 472 23 00, Fax: 41 (0)27 472 23 01, Email: . 3 * family hotel in the center.Price: Summer: single 80-160 CHF, double 145-260 CHF. Winter: single 80-160 CHF, double 145-260 CHF.
  • Escher, Turftstrasse 7. Tel.: 41 (0)27 470 14 31, Fax: 41 (0)27 470 32 22, Email: . Cozy 3 * family hotel. Entry to Leukerbad Therme included.Price: Summer: single 80-105 CHF, double 160-190 CHF. Winter: single 80-130 CHF, double 160-250 CHF.
  • Healing spring, Rathausstrasse 7. Tel.: 41 (0)27 470 22 22, Fax: 41 (0)27 470 37 93, Email: . Comfortable 3 * hotel. Free entry to Leukerbad Therme.Price: Summer: single 87-97 CHF, double 172-198 CHF. Winter: single 85-118 CHF, double 168-220 CHF.
  • House Cristal, Tuftstrasse 30. Tel.: 41 27 470 16 84, Email: . Modern apartments for 3 nights and longer. 5 minutes above the village square, at the Leukerbad valley run near the Upper Maressen and close to various hiking trails. Package deals available for the Walliser Alpentherme.
  • 8  Parkhotel Quellenhof, Promenade 7. Tel.: 41 (0)27 472 70 60, Fax: 41 (0)27 472 70 65, Email: . 3 * hotel with a fireplace bar.Price: Summer: single 88-123 CHF, double 176-258 CHF. Winter: single 88-150 CHF, double 176-318 CHF.
  • Römerhof, Rathausstrasse 16. Tel.: 41 (0)27 472 99 99, Fax: 41 (0)27 472 99 98, Email: . 3 * hotel in a central location. A la carte restaurant with Italian specialties and live music.Price: Summer: single 75-90 CHF, double 150-180 CHF. Winter: single 85-100 CHF, double 170-200 CHF.
  • 9  Victoria, Pfolong connector 2. Tel.: 41 (0)27 470 16 12, Fax: 41 (0)27 470 36 12, Email: . 3 * hotel next to the Burgerbad.Price: Summer: single 108-123 CHF, double 200-230 CHF. Winter: single 108-138 CHF, double 200-260 CHF.
  • 10  Forest house, Promenade 17. Tel.: 41 (0)27 470 32 32, Fax: 41 (0)27 470 45 25, Email: . Charming 3 * country inn-restaurant. Located right next to the Torrent cable cars and the Alpenthermen.Price: Summer: single room on request, double room: 232-282 CHF. Winter: Single room on request, double room CHF 278-392.
  • Walliserhof, Rathausstrasse 38. Tel.: 41 (0)27 472 79 60, Fax: 41 (0)27 472 79 65, Email: . Cozy 3 * hotel in chalet style near the Leukerbad thermal baths and rehabilitation center. Special family rooms available.Price: Summer: single 89-104 CHF, double 158-198 CHF. Winter: single 89-131 CHF, double 158-244 CHF.

Upscale

  • Les Sources des Alpes *****, Tuftstrasse 17. Tel.: 41 (0)27 472 20 00, Fax: 41 (0)27 472 20 01, Email: . Superior hotel with thermal bath and wellness facilities as well as gourmet restaurant.Price: Summer: single 330–400 CHF, double 450–590 CHF. Winter: single 400–550 CHF, double 450–590 CHF.
  • Grichting & Badnerhof ****, Kurparkstrasse 13. Tel.: 41 (0)27 472 77 11, Fax: 41 (0)27 470 22 69, Email: . Family business in a central location with wellness options.Price: Summer: single 100–120 CHF, double 200–260 CHF. Winter: single 120–130 CHF, double 230–280 CHF.
  • 11  Lindner Hotels & Alpentherme ****, Village square. Tel.: 41 (0)27 472 10 00, Fax: 41 (0)27 472 10 0, Email: . Hotel in a central location with thermal baths and other wellness options.Price: Summer: single room 144–229 CHF, double room 168–259 CHF. Winter: single 152–519 CHF, double 176–549 CHF.
  • 12  Mercure bristol ****, Rathausstrasse 51. Tel.: 41 (0)27 472 75 00, Fax: 41 (0)27 472 75 52, Email: . Bathing hotel in a quiet location. Thermal bath park with its own spring and other wellness options. Seminar rooms available.Price: Summer: Single 175–225 CHF, Double 235–285 CHF. Winter: Single 175–260 CHF, double 235–380 CHF.
  • 13  Regina Terme ****, Klibenstrasse 19. Tel.: 41 (0)27 472 25 25, Fax: 41 (0)27 472 25 26, Email: . Traditional house in a quiet location. Thermal baths and wellness facilities available. Free transfer to the railways in winter.Price: Summer: single 95–120 CHF, double 190–250 CHF. Winter: single 105–130 CHF, double 220–310 CHF.

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health

Leukerbad is considered a model health resort in Switzerland. In the Leukerbad Clinic you are looked after by competent specialists who support recovery and recovery. In addition to the rehabilitation center, there are many more Therapy options.Prof. Dr. med. K. Hünten and his team are bidding with the Acupuncture practice an alternative to the healing Leukerbadner thermal water. Remo Grichting offers a wide range of relaxation programs in his Physio massage institute.

Practical advice

The tourist office Leukerbad. provides a lot of useful information about the village.

The post office is located in Leukerbad at Rathausstrasse 8, right next to the tourist office and the bus station. The branch is open in the mornings and afternoons from Monday to Friday. On Saturday the post office is open from 8:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

trips

Sledging on the Gemmi

On the high plateau at 2350 meters above sea level, you can expect more than just an incredible panoramic view of the Valais Alps. For those who find it too difficult to drag the sledge, there is the possibility of renting a sledge directly at the mountain station. On the track specially designed for tobogganers, you drive down towards Daubensee. There are two toboggan runs, 1.2 and 1.5 km long. The aerial tramway at the Daubensee will bring you back up to the mountain station and continue with the next descent!

hike

Leukerbad is an ideal starting point for hikes. The possibilities are numerous. The Gemmi and Torrent mountain regions in particular can be reached quickly and easily. The hikes vary in duration and level of difficulty. For inexperienced hikers, guided hikes are also offered all year round. The classic pass hikes are also spectacular in Leukerbad. From Torrent the route leads over the Restipass into Lötschental. On the Restialp there is a direct connection to the Lötschentaler Höhenweg. The second, often used pass route leads over the Gemmi, Daubensee, Schwarenbach and Sunnbühl Kandersteg.

Gemmi

The path winds up from Leukerbad to the Gemmi at around 2350 meters above sea level. During the hike you can marvel at the impressive rock walls. Whether small, easy hikes or mountain tours lasting several hours, there is a suitable route for everyone on the Gemmi.

Torrent

On Torrent A huge network of hiking trails awaits you with good signage. Let your gaze wander over the expanses of the Rhone Valley and enjoy the wonderful panorama of the four-thousand-meter peaks of the Valais Alps.

Dala Gorge

Also the Dala Gorge is easily accessible from Leukerbad and definitely worth a trip. The footbridge in the gorge is almost 600 meters long and built at least four meters above the river bed everywhere. While you are on the jetty, the water flows under you. Brown rust strips on the rock walls indicate the iron content of the thermal water, which runs from cracks in the middle of the rock walls of the Dala Gorge. This is where the layers of rock carrying thermal water begin, with many small thermal springs. Along the rock faces, a 21-meter-long suspension bridge leads to a 35-meter-high waterfall, which you exit via stairs to Chastlaweid. On the way back, you bypass the gorge on the northern or southern slope to get back to the Heilbadbrücke. Definitely an impressive experience.

Lac basement de St-Léonard

For nature lovers, St-Léonard, about 50 minutes away, offers a special kind of attraction. An underground lake extends over 6000m2 near the village. This makes the Lac Souterrain de St-Léonard the largest underground lake in Europe. The lake can be explored by boat accompanied by a guide. The excursion can be ideally combined with a visit to the nearby canton capital Sion.

Rockclimbing

Leukerbad is the starting point for some of the classic mountain peaks in the Bernese Alps. Peaks such as Wildstrubel, Daubenhorn, Rinderhorn, Balmhorn and Altels can be climbed from Leukerbad. There are also several SAC huts available as base camps: Lötschenpasshütte, Lämmernhütte and Berghaus Schwarenbach. The impressive scenery of Leukerbad includes the high rock faces of the Daubenhorn. Several via ferratas have been created here. The classic via ferrata with exit east of the Daubenhorn summit is considered the most difficult via ferrata in the Swiss Alps: It is long, overcomes a large difference in altitude and is extremely exposed.

Grande Dixence - the highest gravity dam in the world

A reservoir that collects the water from 35 Valais glaciers. You can see this in just 90 minutes by car in the beautiful Val d'Hérens. Enjoy the enchanting panoramic view of the highest gravity dam (285 meters) in the world. It is possible to take part in a one-hour tour. As soon as you have seen enough of this breathtaking wall, a short detour to the pyramids of Euseigne is also worthwhile in this region. A natural phenomenon that can be marveled at in a road tunnel.

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