{"id":6532,"date":"2025-06-05T11:24:01","date_gmt":"2025-06-05T11:24:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lesamis-saas-fee.ch\/hiking-in-the-land-of-glaciers-and-4000m-peaks\/"},"modified":"2025-06-05T11:26:37","modified_gmt":"2025-06-05T11:26:37","slug":"hiking-in-the-land-of-glaciers-and-4000m-peaks","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lesamis-saas-fee.ch\/en\/hiking-in-the-land-of-glaciers-and-4000m-peaks\/","title":{"rendered":"Hiking in the land of glaciers and 4000m peaks"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Saas-Fee, often referred to as the \u201cPearl of the Alps\u201d, is a true paradise for hiking enthusiasts. The <strong>SaastalCard<\/strong> makes your stay even more enjoyable, as it allows you to <strong>use the mountain railroads<\/strong> (except Metro Alpin) and the PostBus throughout the Saas Valley <strong>free of charge<\/strong> during your stay. <\/p>\n\n<p>Imagine starting your day with a leisurely hike through fragrant larch forests while the first rays of sunlight illuminate the imposing four-thousand-metre peaks around you. With over <strong>350 km of marked hiking trails<\/strong>, the region offers routes for every fitness level &#8211; from relaxed strolls to challenging mountain tours. <\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"681\" data-id=\"6503\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lesamis-saas-fee.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Alpenblick-Autumn-c-Saastal-Tourismus-AG-Yannick-Lindemann-1024x681.jpg\" alt=\"Alpenblick Autumn (c) Saastal Tourismus Ag Yannick Lindemann\" class=\"wp-image-6503\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lesamis-saas-fee.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Alpenblick-Autumn-c-Saastal-Tourismus-AG-Yannick-Lindemann-1024x681.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.lesamis-saas-fee.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Alpenblick-Autumn-c-Saastal-Tourismus-AG-Yannick-Lindemann-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lesamis-saas-fee.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Alpenblick-Autumn-c-Saastal-Tourismus-AG-Yannick-Lindemann-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.lesamis-saas-fee.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Alpenblick-Autumn-c-Saastal-Tourismus-AG-Yannick-Lindemann.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" data-id=\"6497\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lesamis-saas-fee.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Wandern.jpg\" alt=\"Hiking\" class=\"wp-image-6497\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lesamis-saas-fee.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Wandern.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.lesamis-saas-fee.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Wandern-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"6500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lesamis-saas-fee.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Wander-Triftalp-&#xA9;SaastalTourismusAG-PuzzleMedia-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Hiking Triftalp &#xA9;saastaltourismusag Puzzlemedia\" class=\"wp-image-6500\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n<p>A particular highlight is the opportunity to combine hiking and mountain railroads. For example, you can take the cable car up the mountain, enjoy the breathtaking views and then enjoy a leisurely hike down into the valley. Or you can opt for the other way round: a challenging hike up the mountain and a relaxing ride down by cable car. This flexibility allows you to explore the majestic mountain world at your own pace.   <\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"6506\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lesamis-saas-fee.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Murmeli-Saas-Fee-&#xA9;SaastalTourismusAG-AmarcsterMedia-2.jpg\" alt=\"Murmeli Saas Fee &#xA9;saastaltourismusag Amarcstermedia (2)\" class=\"wp-image-6506\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"6509\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lesamis-saas-fee.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Bergbahnen_Infrastruktur_Spielbodenbahn-&#xA9;SaastalTourismusAG-SaastalBergbahnenAG-2-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Mountain railroads infrastructure Spielbodenbahn &#xA9;saastaltourismusag Saastalbergbahnenag (2)\" class=\"wp-image-6509\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n<p>During your tours, you will repeatedly come across impressive glaciers that characterize the landscape and offer a unique panorama. With a bit of luck, you may even come across the curious marmots or the shy chamois and ibex that are native to this region and can often be seen near the hiking trails. <\/p>\n\n<p>The <strong>SaastalCard<\/strong> not only gives you access to these natural wonders, but also offers numerous discounts on other activities in the region. Take this opportunity to discover the Saas Valley in all its facets and make unforgettable memories. <\/p>\n\n<p><strong>Advantages of the SaastalCard:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Free use of nine mountain railroads in the Saas Valley (excluding Metro Alpin).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Free travel with the PostBus within the four municipalities of the Saas Valley.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Discounts of up to 30% on various local and regional offers.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p><strong>Hiking in the Saas Valley<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>350 km of marked hiking trails<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hiking in the face of 18 four-thousand-meter peaks and numerous glaciers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Something for everyone: easy walks, exciting themed trails, high alpine tours, dreamy forests and secluded valleys<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Hiking in the land of glaciers and 4000 m peaks<br \/>\nAdvantages of the Saas Valley Card<br \/>\nFree use of nine mountain railroads in the Saas Valley (excluding Metro Alpin).<\/p>\n<p>Free travel on the PostBus within the four municipalities of the Saas Valley.<br \/>\nDiscounts of up to 30% on various local and regional offers.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":6501,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_uag_custom_page_level_css":"","site-sidebar-layout":"default","site-content-layout":"","ast-site-content-layout":"default","site-content-style":"default","site-sidebar-style":"default","ast-global-header-display":"","ast-banner-title-visibility":"","ast-main-header-display":"","ast-hfb-above-header-display":"","ast-hfb-below-header-display":"","ast-hfb-mobile-header-display":"","site-post-title":"","ast-breadcrumbs-content":"","ast-featured-img":"","footer-sml-layout":"","ast-disable-related-posts":"","theme-transparent-header-meta":"","adv-header-id-meta":"","stick-header-meta":"","header-above-stick-meta":"","header-main-stick-meta":"","header-below-stick-meta":"","astra-migrate-meta-layouts":"default","ast-page-background-enabled":"default","ast-page-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-4)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"ast-content-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"slim_seo":{"title":"Hiking in the land of glaciers and 4000m peaks - Hotel Les Amis","description":"Hiking in the Saas Valley with free use of the mountain railroads thanks to the SaastalCard. 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