Overview
Leukerbad is a high-altitude spa and ski resort in Valais, Switzerland, best known for its thermal springs reaching up to 51°C. The village sits at 1411m elevation surrounded by near-vertical alpine chalk cliffs, offering a unique combination of mountain scenery and thermal relaxation.
Nature · Skiing · Trekking
Before you go
Accommodation
Apartments with kitchenettes are available for multi-night stays; Haus Cristal offers reduced-rate spa access for guests staying 3+ nights.
Food
Restaurants are expensive. Budget travelers should use the Migros supermarket between bus station and Leukerbad Therme.
Money
Switzerland uses Swiss Francs (CHF). Credit cards are widely accepted but budget eating means shopping at Migros supermarket rather than restaurants.
Transport
The Ring-Jet bus circles the village with seasonal schedules. Cable cars connect to Gemmipass and Rinderhütte for mountain access.
Weather
At 1411m elevation, Leukerbad experiences alpine conditions. Summer offers pleasant hiking weather; winter brings skiing to the Torrent area.