- 2:00 h
- 4.58 km
- 178 m
- 178 m
- 1,977 m
- 2,106 m
- 129 m
- Start: Simplon Pass, Monte Leone
- Destination: Simplon Pass, Monte Leone
The snowshoe trail leads over the Simplon Pass to the "Weng" elevation. While walking, you enjoy a 360° view of the surrounding mountains. At the beginning, the Fletschhorn dominates; after about 30 minutes, hikers get a view north to the Aletsch area and the Bernese Alps. The trail is walkable early in winter thanks to its sunny location. The hike is especially beautiful after fresh snow. The Simplon Pass is a wonderful hiking area thanks to its high altitude and flat plains. In winter, the pass landscape shows a previously undiscovered, romantic side. At the Simplon Hospice or the restaurants, winter sports enthusiasts can refresh or warm up after the hike.
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Directions
The snowshoe hike starts at the Monte Leone restaurant, where the post bus stop "Simplon, Monte Leone" is also located. The trail entrance is on the right side of the building behind the garages. The pink marking poles are clearly visible from the road.
The route crosses the plains at the Simplon Pass heading north. Following the marking poles, winter sports enthusiasts ascend to an altitude of around 2,100 m above sea level. Along the way, they pass through a varied landscape. At the beginning of the hike, there is an overview of the area southwest of the Simplon Pass. In the foreground, Gampisch, Spittelmatte, Old Spittel and Barralhaus can be seen. In the background, the peaks of Fletschhorn, Böshorn/Rauthorn, Galehorn, … tower.
In some places, caution is advised especially after fresh snowfall. Slides can occur on the slope.
After climbing to 2,100 meters, hikers overlook the Simplon Pass. The Simplon Hospice at the foot of the Hübschhorn is impressively visible. The mountain peaks to the east are now beautifully displayed: Bortelhorn, Wasenhorn, Monte Leone and Breithorn up to the Hübschhorn.
The route leads down to the Alpstafel "Hopsche" and then east past the "Hopschusee". Soon you will see the proud 9-meter-high Simplon Eagle, which the route also passes. The last descent from the Simplon Eagle goes down to the starting level.
It is also possible to start the route from the Simplon Hospice parking lot. In this case, you go through the underpass of the national road to the starting level at the Monte Leone hotel.
Tour information
Loop Road
Stop at an Inn
Equipment
Our recommendation:
- Good and waterproof footwear
- Snowshoes
- Walking poles
Weather-dependent (waterproof) and warm clothing
Headgear
Sunscreen
Provisions
Camera
Printout of the hiking trail (click "Print" to download)
You can rent snowshoe equipment in Naters at Glacier-Sport. (+41 27 923 46 46)
Directions & Parking facilities
By car or post bus up to the Simplon Pass.
Additional information
Brig Simplon Tourismus AG
Bahnhofstrasse 2
3900 Brig
+41 27 9201 60 30
Literature
Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author
After a successful hike on the Simplon Pass, restaurants (Hospice, Hotel Monte Leone, Hotel Simplonblick) invite you to enjoy a warm cup of tea.
Safety guidelines
Use of the snowshoe routes and information on this website is at your own risk. On-site conditions may cause changes to the route. Valais/Wallis Promotion and Brig Simplon Tourism AG accept no responsibility for the accuracy and completeness of the information on this website.
- Carry a map with you. Download the complete description of the hiking trail with a large-scale map by clicking "Print" at the top right of the page.
- Use only marked hiking trails and observe all signs and instructions - for your own safety, to protect grazing animals and out of respect for wildlife.
- Be considerate of other trail users and the landscape. Take your rubbish and that of others with you.
- Carry additional sun protection. UV rays at high altitudes can be very strong in winter, even on cloudy days.
- Plan your hike carefully: consider the required fitness level of all participants, weather forecasts, and seasonal dependencies.
- Inform others about your route and if possible never go alone.
- Weather conditions in the mountains can change very quickly and without warning. Appropriate clothing and sufficient provisions (food and drink) are very important. In unstable weather, it is better to turn back early.
- Do not go on glaciers without a mountain guide.
- Observe warning signals indicating dangers.
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