Hikes

Bortelhütte

Bortelhütte

Rosswald

-5/-1°

A varied hike from Rosswald to Bortel and down to Berisal. The start and end points are easily accessible by public transport.

Difficulty

Intermediate

Length

10.98 km

Duration

3:45 h
Bortelhütte
Alpenpässeweg Bortel
Bortelhütte
Blick ins Gantertal mit Glishorn
Steinental
Blick Richtung Bortel
Stafel mit Huwetz
Alpe Stafel
Suone Bärgwasser Rosswald
Sonnenuntergang im Gantertal bei der Bortelhütte

Description

The route to Bortelhütte takes you through very different landscapes. From Rosswald, which is easily reachable by cable car, you gain altitude on the way to Bortelalp and leave the noise and bustle of the city farther and farther behind you. From the car-free sunny terrace at Simplon, the path winds past larch forests over alps with grazing sheep herds and ascends in steps to Bortelhütte. Now a generous view opens over the Ganter valley, the Ganter bridge, and the Glishorn.

Take your time and enjoy the hike to Bortelhütte on the Alpine Pass route. Here you will find our offer hut hike.

Turn-by-turn directions

From Ried-Brig, take the cable car to Rosswald, where the hiking trail crosses the central parking lot. The alpine pasture is closed to car traffic. The route then continues along the "Bergwasser" irrigation channel to Stafelalp. There the path slopes down to the right and requires sure-footedness. From Stafel, follow the signs towards Bortelalp. After about one kilometer, those who are not afraid of heights can take the path to the right and hike above the irrigation channel to Steinutal. Those who are not confident should better take the left fork and reach Steinutal via the slope of Seewjistafel. However, this variant takes 40 to 60 minutes longer. From Steinutal, it goes up to Steinuchäller and continues on the hiking trail to Bortelhütte. After a well-deserved rest in the hut, you descend to Berisal.

Start

Rosswald, 1,819 m (1823m)

Destination

Berisal 1,525 m (1520m)

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Author's recommendation

The Bortelhütte is located on the Alpine Pass route between Rosswald and the Simplon Pass. It is worth spending a night here and enjoying the sunset in the alpine hut.

Technical information

Altitude

2110m

1521m

Ascent

+535m

Descent

-835m

Stamina

Experience

Landscape

Best time of the year

  • Jan
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Tags

  • Linear route
  • Multi-stage route
  • Scenic
  • Geological highlights
  • Fauna
  • Insider tip
  • 'Healthy climate'
  • Refreshment stops available
  • Flora
  • Cableway ascent/descent
Getting there
Information

Public transport

From Brig train station, take the post bus to the Ried-Brig valley station stop. Take the cable car up to Rosswald, the starting point of the hike towards the Bortelhütte. At the destination, you can again take the post bus, which will take you back to Brig train station.

Approach

It is worth switching to public transport in Brig (see description of public transport access).

Parking

We recommend parking your car in Brig. Brig has two parking garages.

Equipment

We recommend:

  • Good footwear
  • Weather-dependent clothing: always carry a waterproof vest
  • Headgear
  • Sunscreen
  • Water bottle
  • Picnic
  • Camera
  • Binoculars (optional)
  • Hiking poles (optional)
  • Printout of the hiking trail (click "Print" to download) 

For certain hikes:

  • Swimsuit

Safety information

People undertaking this activity based on the information on this website do so at their own risk. Conditions on site may lead to route changes and increased risk from natural hazards. We assume no responsibility for the accuracy of the information on this website or for the conditions under which this activity is undertaken. In case of doubt, please contact the destination in advance.

For all hikes:

• 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 not to disturb the peace of wildlife.

• Close gates after passing through.

• Behave considerately towards other trail users, plants, and animals.

For mountain hikes:

• Carry additional sun protection. UV rays at high altitudes can be very strong, even in cloudy weather.

• Plan your hike carefully: take into account the required fitness level of all participants, weather forecasts, and seasonal dependencies.

• Weather conditions in the mountains can change quickly and without warning. Appropriate clothing and sufficient provisions (food and drink) are very important. In unstable weather, better turn back early.

For high alpine hikes:

• Inform your family about your hiking route. If possible, avoid being alone.

• Do not set out on glaciers without a mountain guide.

• Observe warning signs indicating dangers at riverbanks, along watercourses below dams and reservoirs: water levels can rise quickly and without warning.

Preparation for a hike

https://www.valais.ch/de/aktivitaeten/wandern/vorbereitung-auf-einewanderung

Additional information

Further information is available at the tourist offices in Rosswald (in the Magusii grocery store) and Brig.

Literature

Books and documents about the Alpe Rosswald, the Gantertal, and the history of the Simplon region are available at the tourist office in Brig.

Maps

You can get the SwissTopo hiking map "Simplon" at the Brig and Rosswald tourist offices.

Source

This activity is brought to you by Brig Simplon Tourismus AG. Valais/Wallis Promotion is not responsible for the content provided.

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