Simplon Pass – Hopschusee

Brig / Simplon, canton Valais

An easy high-altitude walk from the Simplon Pass through open alpine scenery to the picturesque Hopschusee.

Distance: 3 km
Ascent: ↑ 135 m
Descent: ↓ 135 m
Duration: 1 h

Out & back

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About this route

Starting at the Simplon Pass, this gentle walk leads through open alpine scenery to the picturesque Hopschusee. The route is short and easy, making it suitable for a relaxed high-altitude outing with views of the surrounding Simplon landscape.

Information from Valais/Wallis Promotion. View original source

Difficulty

Physical effort, technical demands, trail conditions, ascent and duration — this says nothing about exposure.

Easy

Fear of heights

Exposure only: drop-offs, narrow paths on steep slopes, traverses, bridges and ladders. Assessed independently of the difficulty grade.

1/5 · Very suitable1/5 – Very suitable

Why this rating?

Open but broad alpine walking terrain with little or no exposure. Assessed as very suitable (1/5) for people with a fear of heights.

Exposed sections: Not yet available
Narrow trail sections: Not yet available
Suspension bridges: Not yet available
Ladders: Not yet available

Weather

Season: Not yet available

Conditions: Awaiting live feed
Precipitation: —
Wind: —

Live mountain forecasts for 46.25°N / 8.03°E arrive with the weather integration.

Route facts

Start: Simplon Pass
End: Simplon Pass
Route type: Out & back
Highest point: Not yet available
Best season: Not yet available
Coordinates: 46.252°N / 8.033°E
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