Ski tour to the Fülhorn (2,738 m above sea level)

0:45 h
652 m
200 m
2,530 m
2,738 m
208 m
Start: Stafel mountain station
Destination: Fülhorn

The Fülhorn is also known as the Klenenhorn. It has a summit cross and offers magnificent views of the Rhone Valley from Brig to Martigny.

It is a short tour.

Ascent

From the Stafel ski lift mountain station (2,530 m), traverse eastward to the gently sloping ridge that runs southward from the Fülhorn. Follow this ridge to the summit, completing the final section on foot.

It is also possible to start from the Rosswald mountain station (1800 m). This route leads via Fleschbode or Stafel.

Descent

Same as ascent or, after 300 m, head southwest directly from the ridge down to Fleschbode or Stafel.

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Directions

The tour starts at the top of the Stafellift and goes directly to the Fülhorn.

Tour information

Loop Road

Equipment

Complete ski touring equipment

Directions & Parking facilities

By car or post bus and cable car.

Stop: Ried-Brig, Rosswald valley station

Parking spaces are available at the Rosswald valley station.

Rosswald can be reached by post bus (to the valley station), private car (summer only), and cable car.

Stop: Ried-Brig, Rosswald valley station

Additional information

Further information on ski tours can be found at: www.sac-cas.ch/de/huetten-und-touren

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

Literature

Further information is available from the tourist office or the SAC.

Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author

After completing the tour, you can enjoy refreshments and relaxation with a great view at the Fleschboden restaurant.

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

Safety guidelines

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

The tour is undertaken at your own risk. Weather conditions can change quickly. Be careful and do not put yourself in danger.

Avalanche danger on the slopes of Öügstchumma.

Disclaimer

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

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Map

Snowshoe and ski touring 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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