recommended route
Simplonpass - Gälmji - Lengritz - Simplonpass
Mountain Hike
· Valais Alps
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Aufstieg vom Gälmji nach LengritzPhoto: Silvio Burgener, Brig Simplon Tourismus AG
The hike starts on the Simplon Pass and leads in a first ascent to Gälmji. Between Gälmji and Lengritz you are on an alpine route.
moderate
Distance 11.7 km
4:30 h
711 m
711 m
2,511 m
1,996 m
The tour starts on the Simplon Pass. You hike via Hoppsche to the Gälmji (transition between the Staldhorn and the Tochuhorn). The view from the Gälmji towards the Aletsch region, the Brigerberg and Brig invites you to take a short break. At the fork, choose the left path, which is marked white-blue-white (alpine hike). This leads around the north side of the Tochuhorn to the Lengritz. It continues past the Undru Rossusee on the hiking trail that comes from the Nanzlicke. From there, the descent leads back to the Simplon Pass.
Author’s recommendation
From Gälmji, the 20-minute detour to the Staldhorn is worthwhile.
Difficulty
moderate
Stamina
Experience
Landscape
Highest point
Ärez, 2,511 m
Lowest point
Simplonpass, 1,996 m
Best time of year
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Track types
Asphalt
1.5 km
Forested/wild trail
0.3 km
Path
9.7 km
Road
0.2 km
Safety information
For alpine hikes, consider the following safety tips:
- Choose a hike that is appropriate for your abilities
- Mountain hiking is an endurance sport. Only set off in a healthy and rested condition.
- Stay alert during the ascent and descent
- When planning, pay attention to current weather reports. Turn back early in case of bad weather
- Equipment should be adapted to the hike
- Good hiking shoes are mandatory to wear
- Always stay on marked trails. Shortcuts should be avoided
- Regular breaks with food and drink are necessary to maintain concentration and efficiency
- Hiking alone should be avoided Inform others about the planned route.
- Respect nature! Always take litter with you and observe regulations in protected areas.
All hikes are at the hiker's own risk. Insurance is the responsibility of the hiker.
Tips and hints
more information: www.brig-simplon.chStart
Simplonpass (2,004 m)
Coordinates:
SwissGrid
2'645'682E 1'122'176N
DD
46.249470, 8.030993
DMS
46°14'58.1"N 8°01'51.6"E
UTM
32T 425305 5122222
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Destination
Simplonpass
Turn-by-turn directions
Simplonpass - Gälmji - Lengritz - Simplonpass
Public transport
Public-transport-friendly
Take the post bus from Brig station to Simplonpass, Simplon Blick.By road
By private vehicle you drive towards the Simplon Pass.Parking
Free parking is available on the Simplon Pass.Coordinates
SwissGrid
2'645'682E 1'122'176N
DD
46.249470, 8.030993
DMS
46°14'58.1"N 8°01'51.6"E
UTM
32T 425305 5122222
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Arrival by train, car, foot or bike
Book recommendation by the author
Information about the surrounding area is available at the tourist office in Brig and Simplon.
Author’s map recommendations
Hiking maps are available at the tourist office in Brig and Simplon.
Book recommendations for this region:
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Equipment
The following equipment should be taken along for alpine hikes:
- High mountain boots possibly suitable for crampons
- gloves
- cap
- Clothes adapted to the season and weather
- ice axe, rope and safety equipment
- maps 1:25 000
- altimeter
- First aid kit with rescue blanket
- cell phone
- Enough provisions
Difficulty
moderate
Distance
11.7 km
Duration
4:30 h
Ascent
711 m
Descent
711 m
Highest point
2,511 m
Lowest point
1,996 m
Weather at the route's trailhead
Statistics
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Maps and trails
Distance
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Duration
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Ascent
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Descent
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Highest point
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Lowest point
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