Pfyn-Finges Nature Park
Naturpark Pfyn-Finges
One of the largest Scots pine forests in the Alps, in the Rhône Valley, with wild river channels and ponds. Good for hiking, cycling and birdwatching.
The Pfynwald lies between Sierre and Leuk and is one of the largest Scots pine forests in the Alps. Here the Rhône keeps its natural braided channels, forming wetland ponds, dry grasslands and ancient landslide hills, where bee-eaters, hoopoes and other birds are common. The area has many gentle hiking and cycling trails, and the Salgesch station hosts a nature park visitor center. You can set out from Leuk or Salgesch station and spend half a day walking.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Leuk Old Town & Castle
- Valais Wine Museum Salgesch
- Albinen Ladders
- Torrent (Rinderhütte)
- Walliser Alpentherme & Spa
- Leukerbad Therme
- Daubenhorn Via Ferrata
- Gemmi Pass