Where is Saas-Almagell and the Heidbodme ski area located?

Saas-Almagell is located in Switzerland in the canton of Valais at 1,672 meters above sea level, nestled in the southern end of the Saas Valley. The municipality is the smallest and highest of the four Saas Valley villages (alongside Saas-Fee, Saas-Grund and Saas-Balen) and has around 360 inhabitants. The webcam is located on Heidbodme, the central vantage point above Saas-Almagell. From here you have an impressive view over the entire Saas Valley, the Monte Rosa massif and numerous four-thousand-metre peaks - one of the most spectacular views in the Upper Valais.

What's going on in Saas-Almagell?

In winter, the Heidbodme - Saas-Almagell ski area offers around 12 kilometers of slopes for all skill levels at an altitude of up to 2,400 meters. With seven lifts, a valley run down to the village and a 3-kilometre-long toboggan run from Furggstalden to Saas-Almagell, the area is particularly family-friendly. Winter hikers and snowshoe hikers will find well-prepared routes away from the pistes.
Those looking for more variety can reach the neighboring ski area of Saas-Fee in just a few minutes, with 145 kilometers of slopes, glacier runs and one of the best freestyle parks in Switzerland.
After a day of skiing, the village invites you to enjoy a relaxing end to the day - whether it's après-ski at the valley station or dinner with regional specialties. A highlight for guests is the world's highest revolving restaurant on the Mittelallalin in Saas-Fee (3,457 m), which rotates once around its own axis within an hour. This is also the starting point for the Metro Alpin, which leads to the fascinating ice grotto in the Fee Glacier.

What can you do in Saas-Almagell?

Saas-Almagell is also an attractive destination for nature and mountain lovers in summer. The village is the starting point for numerous hikes - for example to the Almagelleralp, accessible via the high-level trail from Furggstalden or as part of the Kreuzboden-Almagellerhorn route with two impressive suspension bridges. The circular trail around the Mattmark reservoir, the highest earth dam in Europe, is also particularly popular - an easy, family-friendly trail with a magnificent panorama.
Alpinists appreciate the access routes to the Monte Moro and Antrona passes, while leisure hikers can take the Suonenweg trail to Saas-Grund. Those who love multi-day tours can start the Monte Rosa circular tour - with Saas-Fee as the starting point, stages through Italy and spectacular views of the high mountains.
In summer, a view from the Heidbodme mountain station shows the entire Saas Valley, the Monte Rosa massif, glaciated peaks and green alpine meadows - a unique vantage point that can also be viewed at any time via the webcam.

What is the weather like in Saas-Almagell?

The climate in Saas-Almagell is alpine and very sunny. Winters are cold and snowy, ideal for skiers, while summer offers mild temperatures of up to 14 °C in July - perfect conditions for hiking on high-altitude trails. The webcam on Heidbodme shows the current weather directly from the mountain station. It provides valuable information on visibility, snow and temperature - for today, tomorrow and the coming days. This allows you to plan your activities in the Saas Valley in the best possible way, whether you are on a winter vacation or a summer retreat.