--- title: "Zwischbergen - Tschawinersee - Monscerapass" url: "https://www.brig-simplon.ch/en/tour/zwischbergen-tschawinersee-monscerapass" description: "From Gondo, the route leads into the wild and romantic Zwischbergental valley. The walk begins in Zwischbergen and follows an old mules’ and smugglers’ track via the Alpe Härd up to the Alpe Waira. It continues through sparse larch forests to the blue Lake Waira and past several small mountain lakes. The ascent continues across a moorland meadow and along old paths to Lake Tschawiner, one of the hike’s scenic highlights. The clear mountain lake is nestled within the alpine landscape of the Zwischbergental valley and offers a stunning panorama with Monte Leone in the background. From Lake Tschawiner, the route leads across rocky terraces and over the border into Italy. After a short descent to the Rifugio Gattascosa, the ascent to the Monscera Pass follows. From the top of the pass, the historic smugglers’ trail leads through the larch forest, across Alpe Pussetta and back to Zwischbergen to the Gasthaus Bord." language: "en" type: "SportsActivityLocation" image: "https://dam.destination.one/3251027/884843b9b64f013907f38fd30090edbc9064645f2850ae70aa4f40e816e47e3d/tschawinersee.jpg" breadcrumb: "Root > Brig-Simplon > Special > Destination.Data Details > Tour" --- GPX Share Zwischbergen - Tschawinersee - Monscerapass =========================================== - 13.03 km long - Round trip - Difficulty: difficult - Condition: difficult - Hike Tschawinersee von der Alpe Waira in Richtung Tschawinersee Wairasee im Zwischbergental Aufstieg von der Waira zum Tschawinersee Letzte Meter vor dem Tschawinersee im Zwischbergental Bocchetta di Gattascosa Rifugio Gattascosa - 5:25 h - 13.03 km - 1,127 m - 1,127 m - 1,290 m - 2,235 m - Difficulty: difficult - - Start: Gondo, post bus stop - Destination: Zwischbergen, bus stop (Bord) Cette randonnée exigeante au bord des lacs traverse des forêts clairsemées de mélèzes jusqu'au lac de Tschawiner, puis emprunte l'ancien sentier des contrebandiers jusqu'au col de Monscera, à la frontière italienne. From , the route leads into the wild and romantic  valley. The walk begins in Zwischbergen and follows an old mules’ and smugglers’ track via the Alpe Härd up to the Alpe Waira. It continues through sparse larch forests to the blue Lake Waira and past several small mountain lakes. The ascent continues across a moorland meadow and along old paths to , one of the hike’s scenic highlights. The clear mountain lake is nestled within the alpine landscape of the Zwischbergental valley and offers a stunning panorama with Monte Leone in the background. From Lake Tschawiner, the route leads across rocky terraces and over the border into Italy. After a short descent to the Rifugio Gattascosa, the ascent to the follows. From the top of the pass, the historic smugglers’ trail leads through the larch forest, across Alpe Pussetta and back to Zwischbergen to the . Read more Brig Simplon Tourismus AG Good to know ------------ Pavements Unknown (16%) Asphalt (4%) Trail (7%) Path (73%) Best to visit suitable Depends on weather - Jan - Feb - Mar - Apr - May - Jun - Jul - Aug - Sep - Oct - Nov - Dec Directions Zwischbergen Bord – Härd – Alpe Waira – Tschawinersee – Bocchetta Gattascosa – Rifugio Gattascosa – Monscerapass – Alpe Pussetta – Härd – Zwischbergen Bord Read more Tour information - Circular trail - Refreshment stop Equipment Weather-appropriate equipment is essential. Good, sturdy hiking boots are highly recommended for all hikes. Read more Directions & Parking facilities **Getting there**By post bus or private vehicle. Read more **Parking**Parking is available in Gondo or Zwischbergen. Read more **Public transportation**From Brig, you can travel by post bus to Gondo. The Zwischbergen bus (on-call bus) runs from Gondo to Zwischbergen during the summer season. Read more Additional information More hikes and information at Read more Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author There are catering options at Rifugio Gattascosa and in Zwischbergen. Read more Safety guidelines The hike is at your own risk. Insurance is the responsibility of the hiker. Read more Map Hiking maps are available at the Brig and Simplon tourist offices. Read more Contact 3907 Zwischbergen Download GPX file - -