Rothwald - Furggubäumlicka

5:45 h
14.71 km
971 m
1,199 m
1,527 m
2,686 m
1,159 m
Start: Rothwald
Destination: Berisal

A varied tour leads from Rothwald to Furggubäumlicka. Follow the same route back to the first fork in the trail and on to Berisal.

In Rothwald you start in the direction of Furggubäumlicke with an easy ascent to Wasenalp. At Wintrigmatte, follow the wide path (Alpine passes path no. 9) in front of the alpine huts until you reach the next signpost. This is where the ascent towards Furggubäumlicke begins. Passing numerous blueberry bushes, the terrain along the hiking trail becomes increasingly stony. There is a small lake just below the Furggubäumlicka. The steepest part of the ascent follows. Some sections are secured with handrails and iron steps. Good surefootedness is required. Depending on the time of year, there may still be a snowfield. Once you reach Furggubäumlicka, you have a fantastic view of the Rhone Valley and towards Italy / Alpe Veglia.

The descent is identical as far as the signpost above Heitrich. Here, take the path towards Berisal. At the buildings in Schrickbodu, the path leads left through the forest to Berisal.

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Pavements

Asphalt

Trail

Path

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Directions

Rothwald - Wase - Wintrigmatta - Scheene Biel - Furggubäumlicke - Scheene Biel - Heitrich - Schrickbodo - Berisal

Tour information

Stop at an Inn

Equipment

You should take the following equipment with you on alpine hikes:

High mountain boots, possibly suitable for crampons
Gloves
Hat
Clothing suitable for 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

Directions & Parking facilities

By bus or vehicle

There are parking spaces at the Rothwald station. After completing the hike, you can take the post bus from Berisal back to Rothwald.

From Brig, the starting point can be reached by post bus from the Rothwald, Schutzhaus stop (direction Gondo or Domodossola).

For the return journey, there is a post bus from Berisal in the direction of Brig station.

(Please note the current timetable)

Additional information

Further information at the tourist office or from the SAC

Literature

Information is available from the tourist office or the SAC.

Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author

Note the current timetable for the Brig - Simplon - Gondo postbus line.

Safety guidelines

The following safety instructions should be taken into account for alpine hikes:

Choose a hike that suits your abilities
Mountain hiking is an endurance sport. Only set off in a healthy and rested condition.
Stay alert on the ascent and descent
Check the current weather forecast when planning. Turn back early if the weather is bad
Equipment should be adapted to the hike
It is essential to wear good hiking boots
Always stay on marked trails. Shortcuts should be avoided
Regular breaks with food and drink are necessary to maintain concentration and performance
Avoid going it alone. Inform others about the planned route.
Respect nature! Always take waste with you and observe regulations in protected areas.

All hikes are at your own risk. Insurance is the responsibility of the hiker.

Map

Hiking maps are available from the tourist office in Brig, Simplon and Rosswald.

Rothwald - Furggubäumlicka - Berisal