Gebidum

Gebidum is a mountain peak in Valais that rises to 2,317 meters and has an antenna structure at its summit. The peak offers views of the Pennine Alps and can be accessed via hiking trails from the valley below.

The peak lies along the Great Walser Trail, which traces the migration paths of Germanic peoples who settled in upper Valais roughly a thousand years ago. These historic routes still connect different valleys and show how the region was populated over time.

The village of Visperterminen near the peak maintains Europe's highest wine vineyards, where people produce and store wine using traditional methods passed down through generations. The steep slopes show how the community has adapted to mountain living over centuries.

The mountain can be reached by train to Visp, followed by a postal bus to Visperterminen, where a chairlift connects to the hiking trails. The paths are well-marked and lead to the summit and surrounding areas.

The hiking path leads to Gibidumsee lake, which is fed by traditional Heido irrigation channels that have supplied water to the region for centuries. The water warms up in summer and becomes swimmable.

Location: Valais

Elevation above the sea: 2,317 m

GPS coordinates: 46.26985,7.93621

Latest update: December 14, 2025 20:04