Ski tour on the Breithorn (3437 m above sea level)

The Breithorn is the most popular and classic ski mountain on the Simplon. A long ascent, which is rewarded with a fantastic view and a classy descent.

Ascent

Simplonpass - From the Simplonpass at 2000 m, climb left towards the high-voltage line and from there to the big stone at the outlet of the north ridge of the Hübschhorn. You cross the steep slope directly under the rock face. Continue on the north side past the Hübschhorn, on the Homattu Glacier and to the Breithorn Pass at 3355 m. From the pass you climb up to the right to the middle summit.

Descent

Simplonpass - The descent is via the ascent track. Depending on the assessment of the dangers, this can also vary.

Snowshoe and ski tour map 1: 50000 is available from the Brig and Simplon tourist office.

274S Visp ISBN number: 978-3-302-20274-7

Complete ski touring equipment including rope, ice ax and crampons.

By Postbus or private car to the Simplon Pass.

Parking spaces are available at the Bellevue restaurant.

You can easily reach the Simplon Pass by Postbus

stop: Simplon Kulm, Bellevue

More information about ski tours at: www.sac-cas.ch/de/huetten-und-touren

Questions about the Brig Simplon region: www.brig-simplon.ch

Further information at the tourist office or the SAC.

Visit the restaurant on the Simplon Pass for reinforcement.

Benefit from the new Simplon snowshoe and ski touring app. Earn points and get great rewards. The app can be purchased at simplon.app

The inspection is at your own risk. Rapid changes in weather can occur. Be careful and don't put yourself in danger.

Safe skiing, alpine, quite difficult tour. Only accessible in very safe conditions.

The entire descent from the Homattupass to the road is exposed to the south and therefore more exposed to the snowmelt. You can therefore only do this route relatively early and in good conditions in winter when the snow cover still extends down to the pass road.

Disclaimer of liability

Entering routes in alpine terrain requires good physical condition, serious preparation and technical knowledge in mountain sports. The ascent of the routes described is at your own risk. Brig Simplon Tourismus AG, SAC and the authors assume no liability for the topicality, correctness and completeness of the information provided. Liability claims of any kind against Brig Simplon Tourismus AG or against the authors are excluded.

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Snowshoe and ski tour map 1: 50000 is available from the Brig and Simplon tourist office.

274S Visp ISBN number: 978-3-302-20274-7