Simplonpass - Monte Leone Hütte

2:30 h
5.46 km
847 m
1,998 m
2,845 m
847 m
Start: Simplon Hospiz, post bus stop
Destination: Monte-Leone-Hütte

The Monte Leone SAC hut (2,848m above sea level) is located on the border with Italy. You can reach the hut from the Simplon Hospiz in around 2.5 hours.

The ascent to the Monte Leone SAC hut (2,848 m above sea level) is from the Simplon Hospiz through the Chaltwassertälli. The hike leads past the huts and houses and the station of the former ski lift. After around half an hour, the trail continues alongside a water channel in the direction of Chaltwassertälli. The path continues to climb and the water channel disappears. Several mountain streams are crossed on the way out. There are small crossings made of wooden bridges and ropes.

As soon as the blue lake and the Monte Leone hut appear in sight, it is only a stone's throw until you reach your destination.

There are several options for the descent: Hike down the same route towards the Simplon Pass or via Mäderlicke to Rothwald.

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Directions

Simplon Hospiz - Chaltwassertälli - Monte Leone Hütte

Tour information

Stop at an Inn

Equipment

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

Directions & Parking facilities

By private car or post bus to the hospice on the Simplon Pass.

Parking spaces are available at the hospice.

Take the post bus from Brig to the Simplon Hospiz post bus stop.

Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author

Fortify yourself with a meal at the Monte Leone hut before the descent. Take a short detour to Mäderlicka and enjoy the panoramic view of the Rhone Valley.

Safety guidelines

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

This hike is not recommended in the rain, as the mountain streams can swell considerably and it is no longer possible to cross them safely.

Map

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

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