--- title: "Mountain route to the Bortelhorn (3194m)" url: "https://www.brig-simplon.ch/en/tour/mountain-route-to-the-bortelhorn-3194m" description: "The route to the Bortelhorn (Italian Punta del Rebbio) in this description starts at the Bortelhütten. Please note that this is a high-altitude route. The path is not signposted and not visible on site in the scree. Piled-up rock formations help with orientation. The summit tour can be done as a two-day hike. On the afternoon of the first day, you hike from Rosswald or Berisal to the Bortelhütten. Here you can get food and spend the night. The next morning after breakfast, you ascend the Bortelhorn. If you are not experienced in mountain and alpine tours, you should definitely take a mountain guide." language: "en" type: "SportsActivityLocation" image: "https://dam.destination.one/3184395/979a2e650db3fef39967bf43eae974ee0a6dd6a5ea91a9334ff236b23c665a2e/abstieg-richtung-gantertal.jpg" breadcrumb: "Root > Brig-Simplon > Special > Destination.Data Details > Tour" --- GPX Share Mountain route to the Bortelhorn (3194m) ======================================== - 7.25 km long - Round trip - Difficulty: difficult - Condition: very difficult - Great panorama - High-altitude tour Abstieg Richtung Gantertal Bortelhorn Punta del Rebbio Nebelmeer Alpe Devero Geröllfelder Bortelsee mit Wasenhorn Bortelhütte Klettern Bortelhorn Schneefelder Aussicht ins Rhonetal Wasenhorn Sternenhimmel Bortelhütte Sonnenuntergang Bortelhütte Bortelhütte Sonnenuntergang - 6:00 h - 7.25 km - 1,085 m - 1,085 m - 2,105 m - 3,194 m - Difficulty: difficult - - Start: Bortelhütten - Destination: Bortelhütten Looking up the Rhone Valley from Leuk, you see a pyramid at the end of the valley – the Bortelhorn. The challenging high-altitude route with climbing sections is rewarded with a breathtaking 360° view. The route to the Bortelhorn (Italian Punta del Rebbio) in this description starts at the Bortelhütten. Please note that this is a high-altitude route. The path is not signposted and not visible on site in the scree. Piled-up rock formations help with orientation. The summit tour can be done as a two-day hike. On the afternoon of the first day, you hike from Rosswald or Berisal to the Bortelhütten. Here you can get food and spend the night. The next morning after breakfast, you ascend the Bortelhorn. If you are not experienced in mountain and alpine tours, you should definitely take a mountain guide. Read more Brig Simplon Tourismus AG Good to know ------------ Pavements Unknown (58%) Trail (27%) Path (15%) Best to visit suitable Depends on weather - Jan - Feb - Mar - Apr - May - Jun - Jul - Aug - Sep - Oct - Nov - Dec Directions The route starts at the Bortelhütten. After about 1:20 hours of ascent, you reach a snowfield where you should put on crampons immediately. You cross the snowfield heading towards the Bortellücke. The final ascent of about 200 vertical meters to the Bortelhorn begins, secured by a rope. You conquer the ridge with light climbing and enjoy a great view of the Simplon area and back into the Rhone Valley. Read more Tour information - Circular trail - Mountain summit - Refreshment stop Equipment The following equipment should be taken on alpine hikes: - High mountain boots, possibly suitable for crampons - Gloves - Hat - Clothing adapted to the season and weather - Ice axe, rope, and safety equipment - Maps 1:25,000 - Altimeter - First aid kit with rescue blanket - Mobile phone - Enough provisions Read more Directions & Parking facilities **Getting there**By bus or vehicle. Read more **Parking**You can park for free in summer at the Rosswald valley station. Read more **Public transportation**From Brig you can reach Rosswald by post bus and cable car. Berisal is also accessible by post bus from Brig train station. Read more Additional information Further information at the or from the Read more Literature Information is available at the tourist office or from the SAC. Read more Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author Stay overnight at the Bortelhütte. You can not only get food here, but also enjoy a beautiful sunset in the Rhone Valley. Read more Safety guidelines The following safety instructions should be considered for alpine hikes: - Choose a hike that matches your abilities - Mountain hiking is endurance sport. Only start in a healthy and rested state. - Be attentive on ascent and descent - Check the current weather forecast when planning. Turn back early in bad weather - Equipment should be adapted to the hike - Good hiking boots are mandatory - Always stay on marked trails. Avoid shortcuts - Regular breaks with food and drink are necessary to maintain concentration and performance - Solo hikes should be avoided. Inform others about your planned route. - Respect nature! Always take your rubbish with you and observe regulations in protected areas All hikes are at your own risk. Insurance is the responsibility of the hiker. Read more Map Hiking maps are available at the tourist offices in Brig, Simplon and Rosswald. Read more Contact 3911 Ried-Brig Download GPX file - -