Ski tour on the Galehorn (2797 m above sea level)

4.09 km long
Round trip
Difficulty: medium
Condition: easy
Great panorama
Ski
  • 4:00 h
  • 4.09 km
  • 998 m
  • 2 m
  • 1,798 m
  • 2,797 m
  • 999 m
  • Start: Simplon, Engeloch
  • Destination: Galehorn
The Galehorn is a popular ski tour destination on the Simplon. There is a radio antenna on the summit. In good snow conditions, there are beautiful, even descents.

Ascent

Engeloch - From Engeloch you drive west over the Chrummbachbrücke near Chluismatta and climb over the Alpstafel and the following slope on the left bank of the Ritzibach up over the Wysse Bode (2,113 m). The steep slope at the end of the ground is overcome to the east (left) of the waterfall via the ramp. Above the rock ledge you cross the Ritzibach and climb in a small hollow towards the Sirwoltesattel (2,621 m). To the summit, continue to the right to the north.

Simplon Pass - The Galehorn can also be easily reached from the Simplon Pass via Hopsche on the Spitzhorli route. Leave the route at 2,180 m and cross the slope and valley of the Bistine Pass under the Straffel ridge. At the foot of the northern flank of the Galehorn, continue to Magelicke.

Descent

Engeloch - The descent is via the ascent track. Depending on the assessment of the dangers, this can also vary. In good and safe conditions, a classy and steep descent through the Ritzitälli is ideal.

Simplon Pass - The descent is via the ascent track. Depending on the assessment of the dangers, this can also vary. If the conditions are good and very safe, the descent down to the Bielti is ideal.

Egga - return to the Sirwoltesee like ascent. Then there is a 1 - 1½ hour ascent to the saddle to the right of the Wyssbodehorn at around 2,600 m. This effort is rewarded with a long, beautiful descent down to 1,500 m. From the saddle in front of the Wyssbodehorn drive through the hollow until the cliff face of the Schildhorn opens up the passage to Rossbodenalp. From here you go right over Furghalta and Stosbodu racy to the alpine huts on the Rossbodestafel.

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Good to know

Pavements

Unknown
Trail
Path

Best to visit

suitable
Depends on weather

Directions

Very popular ski touring destination. Beautiful, evenly steep slopes for great descents. The Ritzitäli can only be used in good snow and avalanche conditions.

Tour information

  • Loop Road

Equipment

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

Directions & Parking facilities

By public transport or car to Simplon, Engeloch.
Parking spaces are available on the street.
You can easily reach Simplon, Engeloch by post bus from Brig.

Additional information

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

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

Literature

Further information at the tourist office or the SAC.

Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author

Simplon Dorf with its three hotels is known as a ski touring Mecca in winter. Go on varied tours every day.

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Safety guidelines

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. Can only be walked in very safe conditions.

Be careful when driving snowdrifts on the steep slopes in front of the Sirwoltesee.

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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Map

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

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Location and Contact

Ski tour on the Galehorn (2797 m above sea level)
3907 Simplon