Ski tour to the Wasenhorn or Punta Terrarossa (3245.8 m above sea level)

4:45 h
13.02 km
1,334 m
1,334 m
1,997 m
3,244 m
1,247 m
Start: Simplon, pass height
Destination: Wasenhorn or Punta Terrarossa

On the Wasenhorn, you can expect an impressive panoramic view of the Ganter Valley and the Alpe Veglia.

The summit ridge is almost horizontal over a length of 150 meters. On the summit you first encounter a cross and at the highest point a pole.

Ascent

Simplon Pass – From the Simplon Pass, head towards Chaltwassertäli. From the Monte Leone hut (2,848 m) follow a prominent plateau westwards towards the Mäderhorn to the Mäder notch. At the same elevation, cross northeast below the Mäderhorn the Wasen notch. Ski depot at the foot of the first ridge incline. Follow the west ridge now via beautiful and easy block climbing to the summit of the Wasenhorn / Punta Terrarossa.

Descent

Simplon Pass – The descent follows the ascent route. Depending on the assessment of hazards, this can also vary.

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Directions

Simplon Pass - Wasenhorn or Punta Terrarossa

Equipment

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

Directions & Parking facilities

The Simplon Pass or Rothwald are easily accessible by private vehicle or PostBus.

Parking is available in Rothwald and at the Simplon Pass

The Simplon Pass or Rothwald are conveniently reachable by PostBus from Brig or Iselle.

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 tourism office or from 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 is available for purchase at simplon.app.

Safety guidelines

Safe skiing, alpine, fairly difficult route. Only passable in very secure conditions.

Block ridge, possibly ice axe and rope, good grip. The easy climbing over the west block ridge takes about 1.5 hours.

Disclaimer

The ascent is at your own risk. Rapid weather changes can occur. Be cautious - do not put yourself in danger.

Traversing routes in alpine terrain requires good fitness, serious preparation and technical mountaineering skills. The described routes are undertaken at your own risk. Brig Simplon Tourism AG, SAC and the authors accept no liability for the timeliness, correctness or 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 tourism offices in Brig and Simplon.

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

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