Major city · Switzerland
Leukerbad
Spend 1–2 days: one day for thermal baths and village walk, add a half‑day ski or hike if you like winter or summer sport.
Leukerbad is a small Alpine spa town (pop ≈ 1,500) with hot springs, a ski area and several hikes. Its sights cluster within walking distance, so a full day covers the main baths and village, with extra time for a ski run or a Gemmi Pass hike.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- CHF
- Best months
- Dec–Mar for snow sports, Jun–Sep for hiking and warm baths
- avoid Late October–early November (limited services, possible road closures)
- Airports
- ZRH · GVA · BRN
- Nights
- 1–2
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Leukerbad117 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Leukerbad, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the Swiss franc (CHF).Switzerland-wide
- SIM or eSIMSwisscom, Sunrise and Salt sell prepaid SIMs (ID needed); Swisscom covers the most mountain terrain.Switzerland-wide
- Tap waterTap and fountain water is excellent.Switzerland-wide
- TippingRestaurant: Service included; round up or leave 5–10% for good service.Switzerland-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/J. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Switzerland-wide
- SafetyLeukerbad is safe; watch icy sidewalks in winter and keep valuables on ski lifts.
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- RestroomsStation toilets cost CHF 1–2 (≈ US$2–3); restaurants and department stores are free for customers.Switzerland-wide
- Emergency numbers117 police · 144 ambulance · 118 fire (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysShops close early on Saturday in small towns and all day Sunday, except stations and airports.Switzerland-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportZRH Zürich Airport (2.5 h by train to Leuk, then bus to Leukerbad).
- Getting aroundThe Ring‑Jet bus circles the village (seasonal timetable).
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeCHF 3–5 (≈ US$4–7)
- Metro or bus rideRing‑Jet bus ticketCHF 12 (≈ US$15)
- Budget bedApartment (self-catering), a night, per roomCHF 80 (≈ US$100)
- Mid-range bedApartment (self-catering), a night, per roomCHF 130 (≈ US$170)
- High-end bedApartment (self-catering), a night, per roomCHF 200 (≈ US$250)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget CHF 55 (≈ US$70) · Mid CHF 95 (≈ US$120) · High CHF 150 (≈ US$190)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- ZRH Zürich Airport (2.5 h by train to Leuk, then bus to Leukerbad) · GVA Geneva Airport (2 h by train to Leuk, then bus to Leukerbad) · BRN Bern Airport (1.5 h by train to Leuk, then bus to Leukerbad)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
Feb
Best
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
Mar
Best
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
Apr
not flagged
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
May
not flagged
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
Jun
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Jul
Best
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
Aug
Best
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
Sep
Best
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
Oct
Avoid*
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
Nov
Avoid*
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
Dec
Best
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
Best: Jun–Sep, Dec–Mar. Avoid: Oct–Nov. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)), coolest Jan (−5°C (23°F)23°F (−5°C) low), wettest May (9 rain days), driest Jan (6). Averages, not a forecast.
* only part of the month (early, mid or late).
Weather and climate
Leukerbad: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
−5°C (23°F)23°F (−5°C)
6 rd
Feb
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
−4°C (25°F)25°F (−4°C)
6 rd
Mar
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C)
7 rd
Apr
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
8 rd
May
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
9 rd
Jun
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
8 rd
Jul
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
7 rd
Aug
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
7 rd
Sep
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
8 rd
Oct
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
9 rd
Nov
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C)
8 rd
Dec
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
−4°C (25°F)25°F (−4°C)
7 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
The Ring‑Jet bus circles the village (seasonal timetable). Most attractions are within 5‑10 min walk. Cable cars reach Gemmipass and Rinderhütte (Torrent ski).
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Gemmi Pass hike
goDoor to door: ≈5 h
Bus from Leukerbad to Leuk (hourly), then train to Kandersteg (≈15 min); cable car from Leukerbad to Gemmi Pass, hike across to Kandersteg (≈4 h total)
Requires good fitness; start early in summer.
Visp
goDoor to door: ≈30 min
Bus from Leukerbad to Leuk (hourly), then train Leuk → Visp (≈15 min)
Connects to wider Swiss rail network.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Haus Cristal
Modern apartments 5 min uphill from village square; good for 3+ nights.
Valesia
Apartments with kitchenette, central location.
Leukerbad Holiday Home
Close to ski piste, trailheads.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- CHF 50–80 (≈ US$65–100) excl. bed
- Mid
- CHF 80–130 (≈ US$100–170) excl. bed
- High
- CHF 130 (≈ US$170)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Apartment (self-catering)1 × 1 night × CHF 130 | CHF 130 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × CHF 95 | CHF 190 |
| Leukerbad Therme (3 h)2 × CHF 30 · check | CHF 60 |
| Ring‑Jet bus day ticket2 × CHF 12 · check | CHF 24 |
| eSIM (1 week data)2 × CHF 30 · check | CHF 60 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | CHF 46 |
| Trip total≈ CHF 255 per person per day, bed included | CHF 510≈ US$650 |
2026 estimate in CHF; flights, rail passes excluded.
Prices of common things
| Coffee | CHF 3–5 (≈ US$4–7) |
| Alpine lunch (mountain restaurant) | CHF 20–35 (≈ US$25–45) |
| Ski lift ticket (full day) | CHF 55–70 (≈ US$70–90) |
| Thermal bath (3 h) | CHF 25 (≈ US$35) |
| Ring‑Jet bus ticket | CHF 12 (≈ US$15) |
| Migros grocery basket | CHF 15–30 (≈ US$19–40) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Winter road to Leuk can be narrow and icy; check conditions before driving.
- Bus from Leuk runs hourly; miss it and you wait up to 60 min.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 117
- Ambulance
- 144
- Fire
- 118
- Rega (air rescue)
- 1414
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Emergency
- Police117
- Ambulance144
- Fire118
- Rega1414
Embassy
US consulate in Geneva; Swiss embassy in Washington, D.C.
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Leuk → Leukerbad bus: ≈ CHF 12, hourly service (check)
- Leukerbad Therme entry (3 h): CHF 25 (≈ US$35)
- Ring‑Jet bus day pass: CHF 12 (≈ US$15)
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- Entschuldigung — Excuse me / Sorry (Entschuldigung)
- Merci — Thank you (Merci)
- Wie viel kostet das? — How much is it? (Wie viel kostet das?)
- Wo ist die Bushaltestelle? — Where is the bus stop? (Wo ist die Bushaltestelle?)
- Kann ich eine Karte haben? — Can I have a map? (Kann ich eine Karte haben?)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Leukerbad. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Dec–Mar for snow sports, Jun–Sep for hiking and warm baths · avoid Late October–early November (limited services, possible road closures) · month by month →
- 3 airports and 3 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a night in Visp for cheaper train connections.
- Combine with a ski day in Zermatt via Visp‑Zermatt train (2 h).
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