Rothwald - Furggubäumlicke

10:00 h
12.88 km
969 m
1,003 m
1,741 m
2,687 m
946 m
Start: Bus stop “Rothwald, Post”
Destination: Alpe Veglia

The alpine route over the Furggubäumlicke was once a popular smugglers' trail. Starting in Rothwald, the tour leads over the Licke to Alpe Veglia in Italy.

The hike leads from Rothwald on the Simplon Pass road up to Wasenalp, over the Furggubäumlicke to Alpe Veglia in Piedmont.

The last few meters of the historic smugglers' pass to Italy are secured with iron bars and wire ropes. You walk down into the valley of the Rio d'Aurona towards the sun and, with a bit of luck, you may spot ibex sunbathing. Across cultivated alpine meadows and through sparse larch forests, you reach the large plateau of Alpe Veglia and the Rifugio Città di Arona. Here you can enjoy the sun, regional products, a good Italian coffee and the magnificent landscape.

Options for the journey home

Many mountaineers spend the night at Alpe Veglia before returning to Switzerland via the Bortellücke on the second day. To the Bortellücke tour description.
You hike a good hour further to the “Ponte Campo” bus stop near San Domenico. This is where the Comazzibus to Varzo departs in summer. From Varzo, take the train back to Brig. Information about the Comazzibus.

Brig Simplon Tourismus AG

Pavements

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Directions

Rothwald - Wase - Wintrigmatte - Scheene Biel - Furggubäumlicke - Rosetto - Ponte - Alpe Veglia

Tour information

Cultural Interesting
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 car or train to Brig or Rothwald.

Parking spaces are available in Brig and Rothwald.

Travel by train to Brig. From Brig, the Postbus takes you to Rothwald, Post Office.

At Alpe Veglia, you can take the Comazzibus back to Varzo, where you can catch the train again and return to Brig via the Simplon tunnel.

Additional information

Further information at the tourist office: www.brig-simplon.ch

Literature

Information about the surrounding area is available from the tourist office in Brig.

Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author

Book your hiking experience with a mountain guide/hiking leader and discover exciting stories about the history of the border as well as the landscape.

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.

Place of interest

Tours

Rothwald - Furggubäumlicke - Alpe Veglia