Question on short hikes to Aletsch Glacier

I read the post on short hike to Aletsch Glacier and plan to take train at 9:30 am on July 6 from Zurich to Morel train station. I have some questions:
1) Will I have enough time take the shorter hike from Moosfluch to Aletsch Glacier and back?

Will I have time to take the longer hike?

2) I plan to stay at Brig for the night and take Glacier express to Davos 2nd day.

Should I store my luggage at Morel station or ship it directly to Brig or Davos?

Do I need winter cloth in the area in July?

Thanks in advance for any suggestions.

Lin

Hi Lin,

I'm sorry, but I am unsure about which post you're referring to and what you mean by having enough time. Is there a time limit for you that day? I would not take along the luggage to Mörel, but ship it to Davos or Brig, wherever you need it first.

Winter clothing is not necessary, but you do need to bring multiple layers so that you can adapt when it gets windy for example. The temperature varies greatly; you can best check the weather forecast that morning to see what to bring. Still you need to be prepared for unexpected weather changes though.

Hi Arno,

Thanks for answer my questions. For short hikes, I was referring to the following post:

http://www.myswissalps.com/en/forum/topic1827-short-walkhike-to-aletsch-glacier.aspx

It mentioned two hikes: one is 1hr another is 2 hours. Are they one way or round trip?

I only have about 4 hours in the afternoon after arriving in Brig. This will be my 2nd day in Switzerland.

Lin

Hi Lin,

The time estimates mentioned there are one way, without breaks. I would prefer the first hike, and do it in reverse for the best view: Riederalp - Riederfurka - Hohflue - Moosalp (the cable car station is called Moosfluh). From there you can go back to Riederalp with the cable car.

Hi Arno,
Thanks for the suggestions. I will take the rout you suggested. Another question: If I came from Zurich, which train station should I get off to go to Riederalp?

Lin

Arno, Thanks. Do you have any suggestions for day hikes from Davos? Since I will stay in Davos for a week. -Lin

Hi Lin. Hiking tips for the Davos region can be found here. These maps may help you select your more routes. You may also consider day trips, for example to the Engadine or to Arosa.