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Wildlife watching ibex, stag, chamois and co. in the Weisstannental valley
Wildlife watching ibex, stag, chamois and co. in the Weisstannental valley
Wildlife watching ibex, stag, chamois and co. in the Weisstannental valley
Wildlife watching ibex, stag, chamois and co. in the Weisstannental valley
Wildlife watching ibex, stag, chamois and co. in the Weisstannental valley
Wildlife watching ibex, stag, chamois and co. in the Weisstannental valley
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Wildlife watching ibex, stag, chamois and co. in the Weisstannental valley

5.0 4 reviewsMels
Free up to 24 hours before
7:30 hrs
German
Instant
Highlights
  • Take a beautiful hike in the Weisstannental.
  • Discover waterfalls that rise up to 80 m high
  • Erhalte viele spannende Infos über die Natur und die Tiere
  • With a bit of luck, you can spot many different animals.
  • Get guided by an experienced Swiss Ranger.
Description

Join an experienced Swiss Ranger for an exciting tour in the UNESCO World Heritage site of the Tektonikarena Sardona. In the Weisstannental valley, you can observe various wild animals in their natural habitat.

The tour starts at 09:15 at the Weisstannen post bus station in Oberdorf. The tour takes you through the remote Weisstannental valley, where you'll be greeted by incredible nature featuring waterfalls up to 80 meters high. The Swiss Ranger will share many fascinating stories about the nature and its inhabitants.

You'll be led to the best spots to observe animals like deer, roe deer, bearded vultures, chamois, and ibexes. With a bit of luck, you might have the chance to spot some animals in the wild.

The tour ends again at the starting point at 16:45.

Practical Information:

  • What to bring: weather-appropriate clothing, sturdy footwear, binoculars, snacks, lunch, drinks
  • Difficulty level: Medium (560 meters elevation / about 4 km one way)
  • Not suitable for persons with knee problems

Swiss Activities Tip

After that exciting and exhausting hike, you can relax and enjoy yourself at the Pizzeria Cosa Nostra in Mels. Here, you're welcomed with a cuisine that's just like at Nonna's place. Look forward to delicious Italian dishes, warm hospitality, and a cozy atmosphere.

Inclusions
  • Duration: 8 hours 30 min

  • 7:30 hours guided hike with a Swiss Ranger

  • Observing ibex in the wild

  • Information on the life and habitat of the animals

  • Information on the reintroduction of the ibex

  • Illustrative material

Meeting point

Postautostation Weisstannen, Oberdorf, 7326 Weisstannen (Mels)

X8C9+M2 Mels, Schweiz

Important information
  • Tour in all weathers
  • Min. 4 persons (definitive decision the day before 16:00, cancellation by e-mail by 17:00 at the latest)

Provider

Operated by

Heidiland Tourismus

Verified provider

Reviews

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Awesome day with a great ranger

TobiasCH

23 Sept 2025

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