Renowned glaciologist Hanspeter Holzhauser leads hike from Riederfurka to Oberried; communal dinner.

Renowned glaciologist Hanspeter Holzhauser leads hike from Riederfurka to Oberried; communal dinner.

Aletsch Forest Nature Experience

Aletsch Forest Nature Experience - Photos & Map How would you like to arrive? - Description - Date overview - Good to know The hike leads from Riederfurka through the Aletsch Forest, across the Knebel Bridge, and on to Oberried. Along the way, renowned glaciologist Dr. Hanspeter Holzhauser provides fascinating insights into the history of the Great Aletsch Glacier. He explains how its location and extent have changed over the past millennia. As an expert on historic water conduits, he also demonstrates how glacial water was channeled all the way to Oberried. The group will be accompanied by our members Christoph Golob and Raimond Tscherrig. Upon arrival in Oberried, the municipality of Bitsch invites participants to a communal dinner. 16.00 | End of the guided hike 16.15 | Group dinner Along the way, renowned glaciologist Dr. Hanspeter Holzhauser provides fascinating insights into the history of the Great Aletsch Glacier. He explains how its location and extent have changed over the past millennia. As an expert on historic water conduits, he also demonstrates how glacial water was channeled all the way to Oberried. The group will be accompanied by our members Christoph Golob and Raimond Tscherrig. Upon arrival in Oberried, the municipality of Bitsch invites participants to a communal dinner. Program 09.00 | Meeting point: Riederfurka16.00 | End of the guided hike 16.15 | Group dinner Dates Good to know General information Registration required More information Alternative date: September 12, in case of bad weather.