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Wine hike in Salgesch

2.33 reviewsBooked 8×SalgeschOperated by Wallis KostBar AGWeather

Hike through the vineyards around Salgesch and follow the Mengis Suone. Along the way, enjoy views of the Rhone Valley and end with a friendly gathering in the village.

CancellationFree up to 24 hours before
Duration6 h
LanguagesGerman · French · English
Meeting pointBahnhofsplatz Salgesch, 3970 Salgesch

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Highlights

  • Start the wine hike right at Salgesch train station
  • Walk through the vineyards surrounding the winemaking village
  • Follow the Mengis Suone above Salgesch
  • Discover stunning views of the Rhone Valley
  • Finish the hike with a sociable gathering at the museum square

Description

The wine hike in Salgesch takes you on an approximately 8 km route through the vineyards around the winemaker village. Starting at the train station, the path gradually climbs towards Upper Valais until you reach the Mengis Suone.

After that, you follow the flat Suonen trail above Salgesch, offering impressive views over the Rhône Valley. A gentle descent then leads you back to the village centre.

The hike concludes at the museum square in Salgesch, where the event wraps up with a friendly gathering.

Procedure

  • From 8:00 AM to no later than 12:30 PM: Departure from Salgesch train station
  • 12:00 PM: Festival begins
  • 6:00 PM: Surprise on the festival grounds
  • 12:00 AM: Festival ends

Times and Zones

  • Zone 1 – From Start to Mengis Suone: Stalls open from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
  • Zone 2 – Mengis Suone: Walkable and open from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, closed after 5:00 PM
  • Zone 3 – Mengis Suone to Museumsplatz: Stalls open from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM
  • Museum and Festival Square: Operating from 12:00 PM to 12:00 AM

Practical Information

  • The wine hiking tour in Salgesch starts and ends right at Salgesch train station.
  • Route: about 8.0 km with 19 stands

Inclusions

  • Included:

    Wine hike (approx. 8 km, 19 stands)

  • Included:

    Elegant tasting glass with wine glass holder

  • Included:

    CHF 16 in consumption vouchers (8 × CHF 2)

  • Included:

    CHF 25 voucher for the following year’s ticket for every 12 bottles (75 cl) ordered on site

  • Included:

    Exclusive partner offers, including 2-for-1 admission to Leukerbad Therme

Meeting point

Bahnhofsplatz Salgesch, 3970 Salgesch

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Important information

  • Start between 08:00 and 12:30 directly at Salgesch railway station – travel by public transport if possible
  • The stands close by 19:00 at the latest (the Mengis Suone section is closed from 17:00); festivities at Museumsplatz continue until 24:00
  • The route is not wheelchair accessible and is unsuitable for pushchairs

Reviews

2.3

3 Reviews

Bethli16 Sept 2026

Great weather, beautiful hike

Stefan12 Sept 2026

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Wallis KostBar AG

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