Ski tour to the Bortelhorn or Punta del Rebbio (3194 m above sea level)

5:30 h
6.03 km
1,670 m
1,524 m
3,195 m
1,671 m
Start: Berisal
Destination: Bortelhorn

The summit offers views of the Bernese, Valais, and Ticino Alps.

The descent down to Berisal is one of the most beautiful in the area.

The Bortelhorn is a wonderful viewpoint. In winter, the summit is only easily accessible via the southwest ridge.

Ascent

Berisal – Ascend from Berisal to about 2,400 m above the Bortelhütte. Continue upwards to the east, then into a small hollow heading south to the north end of the small Bortel Glacier. Turn distinctly south-southeast and cross the Bortel Glacier to the ski depot. In winter, the actual summit is rarely ascended.

Descent

Berisal – The descent follows the ascent route. Depending on hazard assessment, this may vary.

Best to visit

suitable

Depends on weather

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Directions

From the Berisal bus stop, you can follow the GPS route through the Ganter Valley up to the Bortelhütte. The Bortelhorn is in sight of the Bortelhütte.

Tour information

Loop Road
Summit

Equipment

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

Directions & Parking facilities

You can reach Berisal by private vehicle or PostBus.

Parking is available in Berisal.

Take the PostBus from Brig or Iselle (Italy) to Berisal.

Stop: Berisal, Kehr

Additional information

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

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

Literature

More information at the tourist office or at the SAC.

Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author

Ski tourers feel at home on the Simplon. Stay overnight in one of the hotels on the pass or in the village and spend a few route days in the region.

Take advantage of the new Simplon snowshoe and ski touring app. Collect points and receive great rewards. The app is available at simplon.app.

Safety guidelines

Participation is at your own risk. Rapid weather changes can occur. Be careful – do not put yourself in danger.

Safe skiing, alpine, quite difficult route. Only passable under very safe conditions.

Disclaimer

Traversing routes in alpine terrain requires good fitness, serious preparation, and technical mountaineering skills. Participating on the described routes is at your own risk. Brig Simplon Tourism AG, SAC, and the authors assume no liability for the timeliness, correctness, and completeness of the information provided. Any claims against Brig Simplon Tourism AG or the authors are excluded.

SOS : 144

Map

Snowshoe and ski touring map 1:50000 is available at the Brig and Simplon tourist offices.

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

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