Bisses de Stägeru et Lüegjeru
Location
To the right of the Rhône, above Niedergesteln and Gampel.
Descriptif
These two bisses are walked in a loop. The Stägeru dates from the mid-sixteenth century. The Lüegjerus’ water source has been abandoned and it is now fed by the Stägeru.
Total length
Approximately 6 km.
Walking time
2 hours.
Altitude
Between 850 and 950 metres.
National hiking map 1:50’000
274 T Viège (Visp).
Best period
May to November.
Difficulty
At the Stägeru water intake, there’s a vertigo-inducing passage that can be avoided. Otherwise, there are handrails in the steep sections.
Useful information
These are low-altitude bisses. The trail is shady and varied. Towards the end of the trail there are some rewarding spectacular stretches.
Itinerary
Departure & Itinerary
From the middle of the village of Hohtenn (in front of the church), follow the Route du Village ascending north (guidance restaurant Bergheim). At the top of the road you will reach another road going right (east). Follow this road until you reach a dead-end. This is where the bisse trail begins. After about ten minutes walk you will meet a road which you follow to the east for about 50 metres before joining the bisse again to your left below the road. Follow the bisse as far as the point at which it takes water. From this point, those suffering from a fear of heights should retrace their steps and take the first path to the left which leads to a descent on a stairway of about 100 metres to reach the Bisse de Lüegjeru. For those of stronger constitution, at the point at which the Stägeru takes water, pass through a tunnel of about 20 metres (pocket-lamp advised) to takes some stairs and a suspension bridge (quite intense, similar to the feeling of being on a via ferrata but absolutely secure. Not advised with very young children). After crossing the suspension bridge, follow the trail to retrace your steps towards Hohtenn. After a short climb, the path descends to the Bisse de Stägeru. When you reach the bisse, there is an intersection. Head towards the valley floor (Niedergelteln) to reach the Bisse de Lüegjeru. Follow the bisse west until you reach a road which you follow uphill until you reach another road downhill as far as your starting point (always heading west).
