About Albinen

The unique rustic mountain village of Albinen is located at an altitude of 1,300 meters. This tranquil, sunny place with its panoramic views of the Rhone Valley and the Valais Alps is an ideal holiday destination for those looking to relax and unwind from the stresses of everyday life.

Albinen is listed in the Inventory of Swiss Heritage Sites for having preserved its Valais mountain village character. The clustered village features old wooden houses and barns that have been darkened by the sun; at its centre is an impressive church famous for its stained glass windows.

In summer Albinen is an ideal base for hiking in and around the famous Torrent area. In the colder months, it’s a popular resort for winter-sport fans due to its sunny location and variety of slopes for all skill levels on the Torrenthorn. Located 6 km from Leukerbad, Albinen is just a stone’s throw from the famous spa town. Albinen has several excellent restaurants and around 1,000 beds in hotels, holiday apartments and group accommodation. Albinen – do something good for your body, mind and soul.

Tips

Guided village tours: every Friday at 15:15 during the high season. Meeting point is the village bus stop.

Aperitif: every Monday from 17:00 on the village square during the high season

Torrent ski resort with around 50 km of slopes between 1,540 and 2,610 meters

Winter hiking trails: panoramic walks from the Rinderhütte to the Torrentalp and from Albinen to Guttet-Feschel

The Albinen ladders (only open in summer and not recommended for vertigo sufferers) are eight ladders covering a difference in altitude of 100 meters – a precursor to the modern via ferrata. Up until 1978 they were the shortest and quickest way to Leukerbad. Today they are part of a spectacular hiking route between the spa resort and Albinen.