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Municipality in Valais, Switzerland
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Leukerbad (elevation 1411 m) is a mountain spa and ski resort in the canton of Valais in Switzerland. It is best known for its thermal springs (up to 51° C) and unique mountains scenery.
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The foundation of this church lie in the 15th century, but most of what is seen today comes from a major renovation in 1856. A special feature is the Stations of the Cross painted on linen displayed around the church.
formerly Burgerbad
Probably the biggest and best value for money spa in the village. It has a lot of different pools in all shapes. Mostly for relaxation, however there is an indoor pool for kids as well as a sports pool and two water slides on the rooftop. More than half of the pools are outdoors, which can be quite interesting in winter, when snow lies next to the pools. Most of the pools are at 35°C, however there are some hotter Kneipp pools and a steam bath.
This option is more for people looking for relaxation rather than excitement. It is smaller than the Leukerbad Therme but pools are spacier and there's less kids running around as there are no water slides. Downstairs there is a lovely sauna village with little chalets and a quiet room available for a surcharge.
This is a sport centre which offers sports such as curling, ice skating, tennis, badminton, squash, snookers, table tennis, bouldering, weight lifting, indoor football and miniature golf. Prices vary by activity.
Apartments with bathroom and kitchenette.
Former customs house now a hostel and restaurant.
By car
The main road leads from Leuk to Leukerbad. Follow the signs, not your GPS as there are some other, more difficult and narrow roads.
On foot
The adventurous can hike into Leukerbad over the Gemmi Pass from Kandersteg. There are also trails coming from Adelboden via Gemmi Pass, Lötschental via Resti Pass and Crans-Montana.
The Ring-Jet bus does a circuit around the village. Time tables vary between seasons.
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