- Brief description
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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
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medium
- Rating
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- Starting point
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Engeloch, post bus stop
- Route
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EngilochWyssbodehorn (2,623 m)4.2 kmEgga9.6 kmSimplon Dorf (1,476 m)11.2 km
- Best season
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JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
- Description
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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.
Further information
- Directions
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The hike starts at Engeloch. Then you hike via Wysse Bode up to the lake Sirwoltesee. The trail then leads up to the Wyssbodehorn. The descent from the summit goes via Furgghalte to Rossbodestafel. Finally, you reach the ViaStockalper in Egga, on which you hike to the village Simplon Dorf.
- Highest point
- 2,605 m
- Endpoint
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Simplon Dorf, Post
- Height profile
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- Equipment
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Equipment adapted to the weather is indispensable. For all hikes it is strongly recommended to wear good, sturdy mountain boots.
- Safety instructions
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This hike is only suitable for sure-footed, experienced and giddy mountain hikers. The hike is at your own risk. Insurance is the responsibility of the hiker.
- Tips
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A first rest is emphatic at the Sirwoltensee. In Simplon Dorf, it is worth stopping at one of the four restaurants with Italian flair.
- Additional information
- Directions
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By post bus from Brig or Iselle.
- Public transportation
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Engeloch is easily accessible by post bus. (bus stop)
- Parking
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Parking spaces are available in Engeloch.
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AuthorThe tour Simplon-Sirwoltusee-Weg is used by outdooractive.com provided.
General info
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Aletsch Arena
1494
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Saastal
489
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Simplon
137