Hotel Restaurant Walliser Sonne - Reckingen

Family-run hotel at the forest's edge near the Alpine passes

Location & Surroundings

Hotel Restaurant Walliser Sonne sits at the forest's edge in the village of Gluringen, near the Alpine passes of Fürka, Grimsel and Nufenen. Every room offers panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and valley. The Goms area provides a 100-km network of cross-country ski runs and hiking paths located 500 metres from the hotel, with free transfers available on request.

Ski & Outdoor Activities

Right next to the Hotel Walliser Sonne there is a ski school and a gentle slope for beginners and children. Guests have access to ski equipment hire on site, a ski pass vendor, and ski storage facilities. The ski areas of Fiesch-Riederalp-Bettmeralp and Bellwald, along with the Aletsch Glacier, are reachable by public transport.

Rooms & Amenities

All rooms at Walliser Sonne feature bright wooden furniture, satellite TV, and a private bathroom with hairdryer. The hotel offers family rooms and facilities such as a garden, sun terrace, and luggage storage. Non-smoking rooms are available throughout, and heating ensures comfort during colder months.

Dining & Services

Breakfast is served buffet-style in the hall or on the garden terrace during summer, while in winter guests can relax in front of the open fireplace. Dinner with daily menus of 2 or 3 courses is provided on request, and the bar offers wine and champagne. Special diet menus are available, and the hotel provides private check-in/check-out and a pickup service from Gluringen Train Station.

Family-Friendly Stays

The hotel accommodates families with family rooms, a kid-friendly buffet, and board games and puzzles. The adjacent gentle slope and ski school are suitable for children and beginners. During summer, children can enjoy the garden terrace and the surrounding hiking and biking trails.

• Location: On the forest edge near Fürka, Grimsel, and Nufenen passes
• Ski: Ski school and gentle slope adjacent, ski equipment hire on site
• Rooms: All rooms with panoramic mountain views and wooden furniture
• Dining: Dinner on request with 2- or 3-course menus, special diet menus
• Family: Family rooms, kid-friendly buffet, board games
• Activities: 100-km cross-country ski network, hiking, and biking 500 m away