Engeloch - Stelli - Simplon Dorf

6.59 km long
Difficulty: medium
Condition: easy
Hike
  • 2:00 h
  • 6.59 km
  • 192 m
  • 524 m
  • 1,476 m
  • 1,964 m
  • 488 m
  • Start: Engeloch, post bus stop
  • Destination: Simplon village Eggen, post bus stop
The 2-hour hike in the Simplon region leads from Engeloch via Stelli and Egga down to Simplon Dorf.

The hike begins in Engeloch. At the beginning of the tour, you walk in the direction of the Simplon Pass on the hiking trail to the bridge over the Chrummbach. Past the first huts in the Chluismatte (refreshments available by prior arrangement), the path begins to climb slowly. At the crossroads, keep left and walk a short section in the forest towards Simplon village. The tour continues at a leisurely pace without any major inclines until you reach d "Stelli. The path leads through next to the alpine huts and the descent begins in gentle hairpin bends down to Egga. There is a post bus stop here or the hike can be continued on the Stockalperweg to Simplon Dorf.

Good to know

Pavements

Street
Asphalt
Trail
Path

Best to visit

suitable
Depends on weather

Directions

Engeloch - Stelli - Egga - Simplon Dorf

Equipment

Equipment suitable for the weather is essential. Good, sturdy mountain boots are strongly recommended for all hikes.

Directions & Parking facilities

By private vehicle or post bus to Engeloch.
Parking spaces are available in the Engeloch.
By post bus from Brig over the Simplon Pass to Engeloch.

Literature

The book “d'Stelli - Eine uralte Burgeralpe der Simpiler” by Pius Schmidhalter is available in the Ecomuseum Simplon and in the tourist offices.

 

This book reflects the old times of the Simplon and its surroundings. It depicts old customs, the long winter months and much more about life in those days.

Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author

Stop off at the Alpenbrunch and enjoy regional delicacies (advance booking required). In Simplon Dorf, it's worth stopping off at one of the four restaurants and visiting the chapel in the hamlet of Egga.

Safety guidelines

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

Map

Hiking maps are available from the tourist offices in Simplon Dorf, on the Simplon Pass and in Brig.

Nearby

Location and Contact

Engeloch - Stelli - Simplon Dorf
3907 Simplon