Bortelhütte
- 3:45 h
- 10.98 km
- 535 m
- 835 m
- 1,521 m
- 2,110 m
- Difficulty: medium
- Start: Rosswald, 1,819 m
- Destination: Berisal 1,525 m
The route to Bortelhütte takes you through very different landscapes. From Rosswald, which is easily reachable by cable car, you gain altitude on the way to Bortelalp and leave the noise and bustle of the city farther and farther behind you. From the car-free sunny terrace at Simplon, the path winds past larch forests over alps with grazing sheep herds and ascends in steps to Bortelhütte. Now a generous view opens over the Ganter valley, the Ganter bridge, and the Glishorn.
Take your time and enjoy the hike to Bortelhütte on the Alpine Pass route. Here you will find our offer hut hike.
Good to know
Pavements
Best to visit
Directions
From Ried-Brig, take the cable car to Rosswald, where the hiking trail crosses the central parking lot. The alpine pasture is closed to car traffic. The route then continues along the "Bergwasser" irrigation channel to Stafelalp. There the path slopes down to the right and requires sure-footedness. From Stafel, follow the signs towards Bortelalp. After about one kilometer, those who are not afraid of heights can take the path to the right and hike above the irrigation channel to Steinutal. Those who are not confident should better take the left fork and reach Steinutal via the slope of Seewjistafel. However, this variant takes 40 to 60 minutes longer. From Steinutal, it goes up to Steinuchäller and continues on the hiking trail to Bortelhütte. After a well-deserved rest in the hut, you descend to Berisal.
Tour information
Stop at an Inn
Sure Footedness/Head for Heights
Equipment
We recommend:
- Good footwear
- Weather-dependent clothing: always carry a waterproof vest
- Headgear
- Sunscreen
- Water bottle
- Picnic
- Camera
- Binoculars (optional)
- Hiking poles (optional)
- Printout of the hiking trail (click "Print" to download)Â
For certain hikes:
- Swimsuit
Directions & Parking facilities
It is worth switching to public transport in Brig (see description of public transport access).
From Brig train station, take the post bus to the Ried-Brig valley station stop. Take the cable car up to Rosswald, the starting point of the hike towards the Bortelhütte. At the destination, you can again take the post bus, which will take you back to Brig train station.
Additional information
Further information is available at the tourist offices in Rosswald (in the Magusii grocery store) and Brig.
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Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author
The Bortelhütte is located on the Alpine Pass route between Rosswald and the Simplon Pass. It is worth spending a night here and enjoying the sunset in the alpine hut.
Safety guidelines
For all hikes:
• Carry a map with you. Download the complete description of the hiking trail with a large-scale map by clicking "Print" at the top right of the page.
• Use only marked hiking trails and observe all signs and instructions—for your own safety, to protect grazing animals, and not to disturb the peace of wildlife.
• Close gates after passing through.
• Behave considerately towards other trail users, plants, and animals.
For mountain hikes:
• Carry additional sun protection. UV rays at high altitudes can be very strong, even in cloudy weather.
• Plan your hike carefully: take into account the required fitness level of all participants, weather forecasts, and seasonal dependencies.
• Weather conditions in the mountains can change quickly and without warning. Appropriate clothing and sufficient provisions (food and drink) are very important. In unstable weather, better turn back early.
For high alpine hikes:
• Inform your family about your hiking route. If possible, avoid being alone.
• Do not set out on glaciers without a mountain guide.
• Observe warning signs indicating dangers at riverbanks, along watercourses below dams and reservoirs: water levels can rise quickly and without warning.
Preparation for a hike: valais.ch
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