--- title: "Ski tour to the Schilthorn (2795 m a.s.l.)" url: "https://www.brig-simplon.ch/en/tour/ski-tour-to-the-schilthorn-2795-m-asl" description: "Ascent Simplon Village – The ski tour starts in Simplon Village or Egga. From Simplon Village, head southwest towards Chatzustafel and continue upward to Rossbodestafel. The tour continues towards Stosbode and Schilte up to the summit ridge. Follow the ridge north to the summit of the Schilthorn. Alongside the mountains, you overlook the Simplon Pass with Altes Spittel, Barralhaus, and Hospice. Descent Simplon Village – The descent is made via the ascent route. Depending on hazard assessment, this may vary." language: "en" type: "SportsActivityLocation" image: "https://dam.destination.one/1645563/76a811dae4ffe4631121eb0c2c0a0f5a44579b6e57b0b2725a1b46d83010ae6a/gipfelkreuz-schilthorn.jpg" breadcrumb: "Root > Brig-Simplon > Special > Destination.Data Details > Tour" --- GPX Share Ski tour to the Schilthorn (2795 m a.s.l.) ========================================== - 4.75 km long - Round trip - Difficulty: medium - Condition: easy - Ski Gipfelkreuz Schilthorn - 4:00 h - 4.75 km - 1,334 m - 43 m - 1,500 m - 2,791 m - Difficulty: medium - - Start: Simplon Village - Destination: Simplon Village The ski tour to the Schilthorn in this variant starts from Simplon Village or Egga. The Schilthorn is also often visited in connection with the Galehorn from Sirwoltesee. **Ascent** **Simplon Village** – The ski tour starts in Simplon Village or Egga. From Simplon Village, head southwest towards Chatzustafel and continue upward to Rossbodestafel. The tour continues towards Stosbode and Schilte up to the summit ridge. Follow the ridge north to the summit of the Schilthorn. Alongside the mountains, you overlook the Simplon Pass with Altes Spittel, Barralhaus, and Hospice. **Descent** **Simplon Village** – The descent is made via the ascent route. Depending on hazard assessment, this may vary. Read more Good to know ------------ Pavements Unknown (27%) Asphalt (73%) Best to visit suitable Depends on weather - Jan - Feb - Mar - Apr - May - Jun - Jul - Aug - Sep - Oct - Nov - Dec Directions The Schilthorn is often climbed after the from Sirwoltesee. Caution is advised on the steep slopes of Schilte, as there are often wind-drifted snow accumulations. The long descent over the southeast slopes is often less tracked than the descent to Chlusmatte. Snowshoeing and ski tour map 1:50000 is available at the Brig and Simplon tourist offices. 274S Visp ISBN number: 978-3-302-20274-7 Read more Tour information - Circular trail - Refreshment stop Equipment Complete ski touring equipment including rope, ice axe, and crampons. Read more Directions & Parking facilities **Getting there**By post bus or private vehicle to Simplon Village. Read more **Parking**Free parking is available in Simplon Village. Read more **Public transportation**Simplon Village is conveniently accessible by post bus from Brig. Read more Additional information Further information on ski tours at: Questions about the Brig Simplon region: Read more Literature Further information at the tourist office or from the . Read more Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author Simplon Village, with its three hotels, is known in winter as a ski touring mecca. Embark daily on varied routes. Benefit from the new Simplon snowshoeing and ski touring app. Collect points and receive great rewards. The app is available for purchase at . Read more Safety guidelines The tour is undertaken at your own risk. Rapid weather changes can occur. Be cautious - do not put yourself in danger. **Caution:** Wind-drifted snow accumulations in the steep slopes of Schilte. **Safe skiing, alpine, quite difficult route. Only feasible under very safe conditions.** **Disclaimer** Following routes in alpine terrain requires good fitness, serious preparation, and technical mountain sports skills. Touring the described routes is at your own risk. Brig Simplon Tourism AG, SAC, and the authors assume no responsibility for the timeliness, correctness, or completeness of the information provided. Any liability claims against Brig Simplon Tourism AG or the authors are excluded. **SOS: 144** Read more Map Snowshoeing and ski tour map 1:50000 is available at the Brig and Simplon tourist offices. 274S Visp ISBN number: 978-3-302-20274-7 Read more Contact 3907 Simplon Download GPX file - -