Ferienstudio Heidi is situated on the outskirts of the small, idyllic Swiss Alpine village of Ernen. Find out more about the location below.
Feriensiedlung Aragon in Ernen
Ferienstudio Heidi is located in the Aragon Feriensiedlung, 3995 Ernen, Switzerland. The Aragon Feriensiedlung consists of 21 houses. These houses contain 156 holiday apartments. Heidi is one of them. ‘Feriensiedlung’ means ‘holiday village’. It is a small complex. There is no entertainment programme and no swimming pool. People come here to enjoy the beauty of nature, take part in sporting activities and relax in their holiday home.
Map of Feriensiedlung Aragon, Ernen Switzerland
Below is a general overview of the studio’s location. Once you have made your booking, you will be informed of the studio’s number and will receive directions.
A glimpse of the Feriensiedlung Aragon in Ernen
Here you can get a glimpse of the small holiday village ‘Feriensiedlung Aragon’ in Ernen, where Ferienstudio Heidi is located.
Front view of the Ferienstudio Heidi
Below you can see the front of the Ferienstudio with the balcony (marked in green).
Rear of the Ferienstudio Heidi
The entrance is at the rear of Ferienstudio Heidi. Below is an illustration showing where the front door is located (see the green arrow).
Facilities near Ferienstudio Heidi
There is a kiosk and a bread roll service on the Feriensiedlung. The village centre is within walking distance (450–650 meters). There you will find shops (including an organic shop, a bakery and a supermarket), cafés/restaurants, a tourist information centre, a post office, a bank and an e-bike hire service.
You can enjoy cultural and sporting activities in the surrounding area.
Ferienstudio Heidi is the ideal base if you want to explore the region
Ferienstudio Heidi is centrally located. It is the ideal base if you want to explore the region. It is easily accessible by both public transport and car. You can park for free. Here are some tips if you’re planning your trip to the Ferienstudio.
The Ferienstudio is located in Binntal Nature Park (nature reserve)
The Ferienstudio is situated within the Binntal Nature Park nature reserve. This nature reserve covers 16,479 hectares and borders the Italian Alpe Veglia and Alpe Devero Nature Park.
Map of the Binntal Nature Park
Take a look at the map of the Binntal Landscape Park here.
Enjoy magnificent views, small waterfalls and sporting/outdoor activities here in the mountains.
There are numerous hiking trails and opportunities for cycling. Spot butterflies and wildlife such as Alpine marmots, roe deer and squirrels in the unspoilt countryside. Spot birds such as the golden eagle, the crossbill, the spotted nutcracker, the golden oriole and the long-eared owl. Admire special plants and flowers such as edelweiss and lady’s slipper. You might even find minerals on your hike!
Below you’ll find a seasonal overview of this nature reserve.
Binntal Nature Park in spring
Binntal Nature Park in summer
Photos we took in the summer:
Binntal Nature Park in autumn
Binntal Nature Park in winter
Get a taste of the winter and snow activities here.
Landschaftspark Binntal also offers cultural activities.
Find out more about Ernen
How big is Ernen?
Ernen covers an area of 35.37 km².
How many people live in Ernen?
The village of Ernen has around 400 inhabitants
Altitude of Ernen and the Ferienstudio Heidi
Ernen lies at an altitude of around 1,196 meters, whilst Ferienstudio Heidi is at around 1,187 meters.
The weather in Ernen
The sun shines in Ernen for up to 300 days a year. The climate is dry and mild. You can check the weather forecast on MeteoSwiss (though it isn’t always accurate).
In Switzerland, there are four distinct seasons:
- Spring (March–May). The meadows turn green. The trees blossom. In May, the weather can sometimes feel like summer.
- Summer (June–August). Many flowers are in bloom. Temperatures can reach 25–30 degrees Celsius or even higher.
- Autumn (September – mid-November). The leaves on the deciduous trees change colour.
- Winter (mid-November – March/April). There is snow on the ground. It can be cold (though it can feel pleasant in the sun).
What language is spoken in Ernen?
In Valais, French and German (including Swiss German) are the official languages. In the district of Goms, German is the most commonly used language. In practice, people may also speak the local dialect (Wallisertiitsch). Some people also speak English.
Webcam Ernen
There are various webcams in the area, allowing you to get a sense of the current surroundings and weather conditions.
Take a look at this webcam in Ernen. You can also find webcams on the Valais website. The webcam on this site closest to the Ferienstudio is located in Fiesch.
What are the most beautiful villages in Valais and Switzerland?
Opinions differ as to which villages in Valais and Switzerland are the most beautiful.
- Ernen was named the ‘most beautiful Swiss village’ („schönsten Schweizer Dorf“) by ‘die schönste Schweizer Dörfer’. Mario from Vakantaseren agrees.
- According to Einfach mal weg, Ernen is one of the 15 most beautiful villages in Switzerland.
- According to Columbus Magazine, Ernen is one of the 8 most beautiful villages in Valais. Valais also ranks Ernen as one of the most beautiful villages in Valais.
Canton: Valais
Switzerland has 26 cantons. Ernen is located in the canton of Valais (south-west). Valais is home to Switzerland’s true high mountains. The canton is characterised by its impressive Alpine landscape. Valais is one of the driest regions in Switzerland.
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Map of Valais
Valais is divided into three regions:
- Upper Valais (German: Oberwallis, French: Haut-Valais)
- Central Valais (German: Mittelwallis, French: Valais Central)
- Upper Valais (German: Unterwallis, French: Bas-Valais)
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Upper Valais
Ernen is part of Upper Valais (Oberwallis/Haut-Valais).
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District: Goms
Upper Valais is divided into several districts (the German word for district is ‘Bezirk’):
- Goms (capital: Münster).
- Östlich Raron, this is Eastern Raron (capital: Mörel-Filet)
- Westlich Raron, this is Western Raron (capital: Raron)
- Brig (capital: Brig-Glis)
- Visp (capital: Visp)
- Leuk (capital: Leuk)
Ernen is located in the district of Goms. Goms is situated in the north-eastern part of Valais. Goms stretches from Grengiols to the Rhône Glacier. Goms is home to authentic villages with wooden houses.
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