ViaStockalper - Stockalperweg (Furggu variant)
- 5:00 h
- 13.25 km
- 670 m
- 1,292 m
- 838 m
- 1,873 m
- Difficulty: difficult
- Start: Simplon Dorf, post bus stop
- Destination: Gondo, village
The third stage of the Stockalperweg leads from Simplon Dorf to Gondo - but not through the notorious Gondo Gorge, rather via "Furggu" into the Zwischbergen valley. On the right side of the Zwischbergen valley, the path leads downstream to the gold mines and past the ruins of the smelting plant. Through a beech forest, you reach Gondo via an original mule track.
Combined with cultural highlights and impressive alpine flora in an impressive mountain backdrop, the Stockalperweg is a real experience.
The sights along the historic ViaStockalper tell many stories. To fully enjoy these experiences, we recommend hiking the route in three stages.
ViaStockalper hiking packages
Book hiking holidays on the Stockalperweg from Switzerland to Italy. Follow in the footsteps of the genius Kaspar Stockalper across the Simplon Pass.
- Brig–Gondo in 4 days. Price from CHF 399.– including hotels, luggage transport, and more.
- Brig–Domodossola in 6 days. Price from CHF 699.– including hotels, luggage transport, and more.
- Pilgrimage on the Stockalperweg. Price from CHF 333.–
Good to know
Pavements
- Street (6%)Asphalt (8%)Trail (68%)Path (18%)
Best to visit
- suitableDepends on weather
Directions
From the «Alten Gasthof» in Simplon Dorf, the mule track leads through the «Stutzji» and through the meadowland of the Chluisä down to the hamlet of Gabi. On well-developed, tight switchbacks, the Stockalperweg climbs towards Furggu up to the wayside chapel at Chrizji. The steep descent from Furggu through larch forests to the isolated farm «Chatzhalte» levels out until the Sera reservoir, which received a new dam in 2011. On the right side of the Zwischberg valley, the path leads downstream to the gold mines and past the ruins of the smelting plant. Through a beech forest, you reach Gondo down on an original mule path.
Simplon Dorf - Gabi - Furggu - Chatzhalte - Bälegga - Goldmines - Gondo
Tour information
Culturally interesting
Familiy-Friendly
Equipment
- Weather-appropriate equipment is essential. For all hikes, sturdy, good mountain boots are strongly recommended.
Directions & Parking facilities
- Getting thereBy private vehicle or post bus.ParkingParking is available in Simplon Dorf and Gondo.Public transportationIn Gondo, in the yard, in Bällegga, at the Sera reservoir, and in Bord, there is a connection to the Gondo-Zwischbergen post bus line. Please note that this is a demand bus, i.e., the bus only runs if reservations have been made in advance. Therefore, do not forget to register with PostAuto at least two hours before departure at +41 79 713 70 02 so that the bus picks you up.
Additional information
Literature
«Hiking at Simplon»
The publication «Hiking at Simplon» (2008) is a true treasure trove of stories and facts from very different areas.
Dr. Klaus Anderegg, as editor, composed the contributions of numerous authors into an impressive overall view. Over 368 pages, eight routes of the unique Alpine and mountain region Simplon are presented with a great variety of natural, cultural, and historical treasures and curiosities.
CHF 48.– plus packaging and shipping costs; available at the Ecomuseum Simplon, 3907 Simplon Dorf, ecomuseum@simplon.ch (ISBN: 978-3-905756-31-9)
Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author
Book your hiking experience in the form of the ViaStockalper hiking packages and follow in the footsteps of the great Kaspar Stockalper.
Safety guidelines
- Hiking is done at your own risk. Insurance is the responsibility of the hiker.
Map
- You can get the SwissTopo hiking map «Simplon» at the Brig and Simplon tourism offices.