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Fiesch
Stay 1 night for Alpine hikes and cable‑car views; day‑trip to Eggishorn or Zermatt if time permits.
Fiesch is a small Valais village, gateway to the Aletsch Glacier area via cable cars to Kuhboden and Eggishorn. Trains connect it to Brig and Andermatt, making it a convenient base for short hikes and scenic lifts. One night covers the main lifts and a few walks; longer stays suit extended trekking.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
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- Currency
- CHF
- Best months
- Jun–Sep, Dec–Mar
- avoid Oct–Nov (possible early snow closures)
- Airport
- SIR
- Nights
- 1
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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 Fiesch117 ▾
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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 Fiesch, 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
- SafetyFiesch is safe; main risks are mountain weather changes and occasional night‑time noise near the station.
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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.
- AirportSIR Sion Airport (Regional flights; bus or train to Visp then regional train to Fiesch).
- Getting aroundTrain to Fiesch (Brig‑Andermatt line); cable car to Kuhboden (pay‑by‑card, return Fr.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeCoffee at caféCHF 4–6 (≈ US$5–8)
- Street or quick mealAlpine lunch (sandwich, soup)CHF 12–18 (≈ US$15–25)
- Budget bedYouth hostel dorm, a night, per personCHF 35 (≈ US$45)
- Mid-range bedWalliser Kanne double, a night, per roomCHF 120 (≈ US$150)
- High-end bedWalliser Kanne double, a night, per roomCHF 200 (≈ US$250)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget CHF 50 (≈ US$65) · Mid CHF 90 (≈ 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
- SIR Sion Airport (Regional flights; bus or train to Visp then regional train to Fiesch)
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
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°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.
Weather and climate
Fiesch: next 7 days
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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
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°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)
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°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)
9 rd
Dec
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
−4°C (25°F)25°F (−4°C)
8 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
Train to Fiesch (Brig‑Andermatt line); cable car to Kuhboden (pay‑by‑card, return Fr. 30‑45). Walks are sign‑posted; local tourist office advises on trail difficulty.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Eggishorn
goDoor to door: ≈1 h total
Cable car from Fiesch to Kuhboden, then lift to Eggishorn (return ticket Fr. 30/45)
Panoramic view of Aletsch Glacier; check lift opening.
Zermatt
cautionDoor to door: ≈3 h round trip
Train Fiesch → Visp → Zermatt (≈2 h 30 min total)
Long day trip; consider overnight if you want Gornergrat.
Andermatt
goDoor to door: ≈2 h round trip
Direct train Fiesch → Andermatt (≈1 h 15 min)
Scenic ride through the Gotthard Base Tunnel area.
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.
Fiesch Youth Hostel
Dormitory, Fr. 35; near Sport Ferien Resort stop.
Walliser Kanne
Hotel rooms Fr. 70–140; opposite the station.
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
| Youth hostel dorm2 × 1 night × CHF 45 | CHF 90 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × CHF 90 | CHF 180 |
| Kuhboden cable car (round trip)2 × CHF 45 · check | CHF 90 |
| eSIM data (7 days)2 × CHF 25 · check | CHF 50 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | CHF 41 |
| Trip total≈ CHF 226 per person per day, bed included | CHF 451≈ US$600 |
2026 estimate in CHF; transport passes excluded.
Prices of common things
| Coffee at café | CHF 4–6 (≈ US$5–8) |
| Alpine lunch (sandwich, soup) | CHF 12–18 (≈ US$15–25) |
| Cable‑car ticket Kuhbodencheck | CHF 30–45 (≈ US$40–60) |
| Train regional ticket (Fiesch‑Visp)check | CHF 15–25 (≈ US$19–35) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Cable‑car operating times vary by season; check the official site before travel.
- Some high‑altitude trails can be icy without warning; bring proper boots.
- Winter may limit access to Eggishorn lift; verify opening dates.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 117
- Ambulance
- 144
- Fire
- 118
- Rega (air rescue)
- 1414
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Emergency
- Police117
- Ambulance144
- Fire118
Embassy
US consulate in Zurich; nearest Swiss embassy in Bern.
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Fiesch → Kuhboden cable car: about CHF 30–45 (≈ US$40–60) round trip (check)
- Regional train Fiesch → Visp: about CHF 20 (≈ US$25) one‑way (check)
Say or show
- Entschuldigung — Excuse me / Sorry (Entschuldigung)
- Merci — Thank you (Merci)
- Wie viel kostet das? — How much is it? (Wie viel kostet das?)
- Wo ist der Bahnhof? — Where is the train station? (Wo ist der Bahnhof?)
- Kann ich einen Plan haben? — Can I have a map? (Kann ich einen Plan 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 Fiesch. 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: Jun–Sep, Dec–Mar · avoid Oct–Nov (possible early snow closures) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 2 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 3 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a night in Bettmeralp for extended glacier hikes.
- Combine with a stay in Saas‑Fee (see /saas-fee) for higher altitude routes.
Sources
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