Mountain guide Matthias Bettschen

Matthias grew up in the Kandertal valley and has called the mountains his home since childhood. As a dedicated mountain guide, he stands out for his high level of flexibility and decisiveness, which makes him a reliable partner on tours.
He lives out his passion particularly in dynamic ski descents and in combined tours with his paraglider.
When Matthias isn't out and about with his rope and ice axe, he can often be found attending concerts or lock surfing in Thun. He appreciates simplicity and authenticity, both in the mountains and in life.

What our guests say about Matthias:

A great thing! A step-by-step introduction to steep skiing, from the basic skiing technique for steeper terrain to rope handling and skiing on steeper terrain to the high point of the Blauberg couloir! Something out of the ordinary where you are perhaps "allowed" to step out of your comfort zone a little"

Tour itself was mega nice, super group perfect conditions, Matthias was a cool mountain guide, accommodation was cosy and and and everything was very harmonious and a mega experience.

Very good and enjoyable guided tour on the Aletschhorn with Jonas and Matthias. They really enjoy their work as guides and you can see that. I really enjoyed the three days of this classic tour!

Challenging tour to the Aletschhorn in a wild region with a cool mountain guide team who gave and exemplified safety.

Laetitia Mauti
Great tour on the Wildstrubel with Matthias. Everything was perfect, from the announcement, registration and organisation to the tour guide.
I would love to come back on tour with Bergschaft!

Tours and courses with Matthias Bettschen

Ski Holiday in Japan | Ski touring and freeriding in the legendary ‘Japow’ with a Swiss mountain guide
Forget everything you thought you knew about deep snow. This ski touring trip is a powder experience in a league of its own: In birch forests buried under metres of snow, we’ll find the finest ‘Japow’ – Japanese powder snow – and enjoy a unique skiing adventure together in a country with a fascinating culture.
16 - 30 January 2027, Saturday - Saturday, 15 days
Daily, date on request
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Ski technique course Saas Fee I Fit for deep snow & ski touring
Improve your skiing technique. We prepare you for the coming ski season - effective, instructive and goal-orientated!
5 - 7 February 2027, Friday - Sunday, 3 days
Daily, date on request
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Ski touring training week with a mountain guide | Sedrun
Learn how to plan and organise ski tours independently with our mountain guides - with great practical tours!
15–19 February 2027, Monday–Friday, 5 days
Daily, date on request
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Uri Haute Route | Ski tour from Andermatt to Engelberg with mountain guide:in
Impressive ski crossing with sunny ascents and long, north-facing descents!
Easter, 25–29 March 2027, Thursday–Monday, 5 days
Daily, date on request
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