Circular trail "Simplon Dorf"

6.37 km long
Round trip
Difficulty: easy
Condition: very easy
Hike
  • 2:00 h
  • 6.37 km
  • 303 m
  • 303 m
  • 1,220 m
  • 1,481 m
  • 261 m
  • Start: Simplon Dorf, Post
  • Destination: Simplon Dorf, Post
Over 850-year-old larch trees, old Maiensässe, rugged cliffs of the Chrummbach... all this and much more can be admired in a few metres from Simplon Dorf.

From Simplon Dorf, the trail leads over the deeply cut Chrummbach to the opposite "Hitte", single-farmed, formerly temporarily inhabited Maiensässen.

The "Hittuwald" above consists of giant larches, some up to 850 years old. With the abandonment of the keeping of goats, which up to 50 years ago devoured the young trees, the old larches are displaced again by the young growth in the long term.

From the Bleikenkapelle the path leads down to Gabi with connection to the Stockalperweg and back up to Simplon Dorf.

Brig Simplon Tourismus AG
Brig Simplon Tourismus AG

Good to know

Pavements

Street
Trail

Best to visit

suitable
Depends on weather

Directions

Simplon Dorf - bridge over the Doveria - Hüttenwald (Hittuwald) - Heji - Gabi - Stockalperweg - Simplon Dorf

Tour information

  • Loop Road

  • Stop at an Inn

Equipment

Equipment adapted to the weather is indispensable. For all hikes, it is strongly recommended to wear good, sturdy mountaineering boots.

Directions & Parking facilities

By post bus or private vehicle from Brig or Iselle.
Parking is available in Simplon Dorf.
Simplon Dorf is easily accessible by post bus.

Additional information

Further information at www.brig-simplon.ch

Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author

In Simplon Dorf a visit of the bakery and alpine dairy is worthwhile. Enjoy the Italian flair in one of the restaurants.

Safety guidelines

The hike is at your own risk. Insurance is the responsibility of the hiker.

Map

Hiking maps are available from the Brig or Simplon Tourist Offices.

Nearby

Location and Contact

Circular trail "Simplon Dorf"
3907 Simplon