The webcams on the Lauchernalp in the Swiss village of Wiler offer you the opportunity to experience the mountain world in the Lötschental up close. Watch the action-packed descents in the ski area in winter and enjoy the view of the green alpine meadows in summer. With the Livecam, you can also take a look at the impressive Bernese Alps from the comfort of your own home.
Wiler (Lötschen) is located in the German-speaking part of the canton of Valais in Switzerland and belongs to the district of Westlich Raron. The municipality is one of four villages in the picturesque Lötschental, along with Ferden, Kippel and Blatten. The Lötschental can be easily reached via the car transport between Kandersteg and Goppenstein or via Gampel in the Valais Rhone Valley. A modern cable car takes guests from Wiler to the Lauchernalp vacation settlement and the Alpe Lauchernalp. The mountain station is located right next to the settlement and provides quick access to the mountains. If you want to get an impression of the region, you can take a first look at the fascinating surroundings with the webcams in Wiler.
The Lauchernalp-Lötschental ski area offers ideal conditions for winter sports with its lifts and numerous kilometers of groomed slopes. The family-friendly infrastructure includes a children's area where the youngest can learn to ski under professional supervision. Snowboard and freeride fans also appreciate the terrain in Switzerland for its numerous powder snow runs. A special highlight is the winter hiking trail from the Hockenhorngrat mountain station - the highest of its kind in Europe. Impressive views of numerous four-thousand-metre peaks open up during the hike. The webcams in Wiler provide a preview of the spectacular mountain world and the current weather conditions. The combination of impressive nature, varied winter sports options and comfortable accommodation makes the Lötschental a popular destination.
The Lauchernalp lies in the middle of a varied hiking area. The high-altitude trail can be completed in around eight hours. Another pass hike leads over the Restipass in the direction of Leukerbad. The Lötschental Legend Trail, which runs from the Lauchernalp mountain station to Fafleralp, is particularly suitable for families. Along the way, there are tree trunks with QR codes that make exciting legends available in German, French and English.
Cosy huts and restaurants invite you to stop for a bite to eat, including the Zudili restaurant right at the Lauchernalp mountain station. On the way to Wiler, you pass through the village of Kandersteg, which is also well worth a visit. The nearby Oeschinensee, a picturesque mountain lake to the west of Kandersteg, offers a refreshing way to cool off on hot days.
With the live cams from Wiler, you can admire the fascinating region from anywhere and plan your next excursion. The typical chalets for which Switzerland is known are not only very popular in winter. They are a charming alternative to conventional hotels and offer an authentic experience.
Wiler is characterized by an alpine climate. The region is characterized by cold winters with plenty of snow, making it a popular destination for winter sports enthusiasts. Summers, on the other hand, are pleasantly mild and offer ideal conditions for hiking and other outdoor activities. Due to the sheltered location in the valley, temperatures can reach up to 25°C during the day in summer, while they cool down considerably at night. Overall, the altitude ensures a fresh, healthy climate with clear air and impressive seasonal contrasts. So that you are always informed about the weather in the Lötschental, the weather cameras in Wiler offer you up-to-date insights and a forecast for the coming days.
