Ski tour to the Hübschhorn (3,192 meters above sea level)

4:00 h
7.08 km
1,166 m
1,323 m
1,850 m
3,173 m
1,323 m
Start: Simplonpass, Hospiz
Destination: Simplon, Engeloch

Viewed from the Simplon Pass, the Hübschhorn does not appear to be a ski mountain. In good conditions, the tour is one of the most rewarding in the region.

Ascent

Simplon Pass - After starting at the Simplon Pass (2,005 m), pass Rotelsee on the right and turn diagonally to the right, climbing the steep slope to the wide terrace below P. 2258. Shortly before P. 2258, turn left and climb the slope covered with boulders. At 2,400 m, you will reach a ramp whose southern flank runs parallel to the western ridge. Stay on this ramp until the slope becomes steeper, then switch to the southern ridge and climb to the winter summit. The last few meters must be covered on foot.

Descent

Simplonstrasse north of Engiloch – to P. 2258 as for the ascent, then head towards the Holiecht television mast and descend via Giblatt to the Simplonstrasse above the bend in Engiloch.

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Pavements

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Trail

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Directions

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

Tour information

Summit

Equipment

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

Directions & Parking facilities

Take the post bus or your own vehicle to Simplon Pass, Hospiz.

Parking spaces are available on the Simplon Pass.

You can reach the Simplon Pass by post bus from Brig or Iselle (Domodossola, IT).

Bus stop: Simplon, Hospiz.

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

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

Safety guidelines

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

You undertake the tour at your own risk. Weather conditions can change quickly. Be careful and do not put yourself in danger.

Disclaimer

Travelling on routes in alpine terrain requires good physical condition, serious preparation and technical knowledge of mountain sports. The routes described are undertaken 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

Place of interest

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