Hikes
Simplon-Sirwoltusee-Weg
Simplon-Simplonpass
-8/-4°
A very varied hike to the Alps at the foot of the Mountain Fletschhorn and it offers an unforgettable overview of the entire Simplon Valley.
Difficulty
IntermediateLength
11.29 kmDuration
5:00 hDescription
The trail leads from Engeloch down to the Krummbach, over the Chlusmatte alpine relay and the following slope on the left bank of the little river "Ritzibach" up to the platform Wysse Bode. At the end of the bottom, the trail leads through a steep slope of rocky outcrops. These are overcome east of the waterfall over the ramp. Then a steep climb up the moraine to the Sirwolt lakes follows. After a well-earned rest at the upper lake, you head east over the steep scree to the upper Wysse Bode. Climb the ramp and continue through the hollow onto the ridge between Mountain Schildhorn and Mountain Wyssbodehorn. Pay close attention to the red and white markings.
The ascent to the Mountain Wyssbodehorn is rewarded by an unforgettable view over the entire Simplon valley with the Monte Leone massif, the fascinating view of the Fletschhorn north face in the west, the Valais Alps in the north and the mountain scenery of the Ossola in the south. The descent to Simplon Dorf is first pleasant and then steeper.
Turn-by-turn directions
The hike starts at . Then you hike via up to the lake . The trail then leads up to the . The descent from the summit goes via to . Finally, you reach the ViaStockalper in , on which you hike to the village .
Start
Engeloch, post bus stop (1781m)
Destination
Simplon Dorf, Post (1476m)
Author's recommendation
A first rest is emphatic at the Sirwoltensee. In Simplon Dorf, it is worth stopping at one of the four restaurants with Italian flair.
Technical information
Altitude
2615m
1477m
Ascent
+834m
Descent
-1139m
Stamina
Experience
Landscape
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Getting there
Information
Public transport
Engeloch is easily accessible by post bus. (bus stop)
Approach
By post bus from Brig or Iselle.
Parking
Parking spaces are available in Engeloch.
Source
This activity is brought to you by Brig Simplon Tourismus AG. Valais/Wallis Promotion is not responsible for the content provided.