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                 Alpe de Veglia - Simplon Dorf
                Alpe de Veglia - Simplon Dorf            
            
         
        
        
                This sixth stage marks the return to Switzerland. You will cross the Passo dei Gialitt and pass through the last Italian mountain pastures of "Camoscella" and "Vallescia". After the Swiss mountain pastures of "Alpjerung" and "Corvetsch", you will descend towards the Simplon Pass road and rejoin the Stockeralper Weg at Alter Kaserne. This beautiful trail will take you to Gabi and then Simplon Dorf.            
            
            
    
                 Zwischbergen - Alpe il Laghetto
                Zwischbergen - Alpe il Laghetto            
            
         
        
        
                On leaving Zwischbergen, a fairly steep climb under the larch trees will take you to Passo Monscera. From this pass, which marks the border between Switzerland and Italy, you can see the Fletschhorn, the Lagginhorn and the Weissmies and, further to the left, the Pizzo d'Andolla. After passing the charming Rifugio Gattascosa, you will descend to San Bernado along a pleasant path. You will continue through alpine pastures to reach Vallaro and then Il Laghetto.            
            
            
    
                 Simplon Dorf - Simplon Pass
                Simplon Dorf - Simplon Pass            
            
         
        
        
                This final stage will take you from the village of Simplon to the Simplon Pass. Along the way, you will notice  two remarkable buildings in this arid landscape: the Alte Spittel and the Barralhaus. Once you reach the Simplon Pass, you can take a short detour to see the Simplon Eagle and the imposing hospice.            
            
            
    
                 Fletschorn Tour
                Fletschorn Tour            
            
         
        
        
                A remarkable tour on little-used trails where nature has remained unspoilt. The Fletschhorn is just seven metres short of reaching 4,000 metres. In this massif, it stands alongside taller peaks such as the Lagginhorn (4,010 metres) and the Weissmies (4,017 metres), but it has nevertheless given its name to this route: the Simplon Fletschhorn Trekking (SFT).
This route requires excellent physical condition, as some stages are quite long and have a steep elevation gain. See practical information            
            
            
    
                 Simplon Hospice - Zwischbergen
                Simplon Hospice - Zwischbergen            
            
         
        
        
                Although Napoleon was responsible for the construction of the Simplon Hospice, this Alpine pass, already frequented by the Romans, has been developed many times. In the 17th century, Kaspar Stockalper developed a mule track here. From the Simplon Hospice to Simplon Dorf and Gabi, you will follow this path, known as the Stockalperweg. After Gabi, crossing the Furggu pass, you will descend into the steep-sided Zwischbergen valley.            
            
            
    
                 From the Simplon Pass (Valais) to San Bernardino (Graubünden)
                From the Simplon Pass (Valais) to San Bernardino (Graubünden)            
            
         
        
        
                After "From the Great Saint Bernard Pass to Simplon Pass", here is "From Simplon Pass to San Bernardino Pass".
This is not the return journey from the Great Saint Bernard to Simplon after a language study trip to Italy, but rather the continuation of the route to the San Bernardino Pass in the canton of Graubünden. This hike requires a very good level of fitness, with several stages involving more than 1,300 metres of elevation gain or loss. After two days in Wallis (German-speaking Valais), the atmosphere becomes completely Italian: two days in Italy (Val Formazza), nine days in Ticino (Tessin in Italian), and two days in Grigioni (Grisons in Italian). Lake Maggiore and Locarno are also on the itinerary.
Hike without description to be followed with the Visorando app.            
            
            
    
                 Simplon Hospiz - Rosswald
                Simplon Hospiz - Rosswald            
            
         
        
        
                Departure from the Simplon Hospice. From the hospice, take the Stockalperweg on the right after the tunnel under the Simplon road. Follow the signs for Rothwald. At Rothwald, the trail continues on the other side of the road and leads to Wäse and then Wintrigmatte. The trail bypasses the Furggubaum torrent at Scrickboden at the foot of the Furggubaumlicke and begins to climb towards the Bortelhütte. The trail descends towards the Schiess torrent (small bridge) and climbs slightly towards Stafel, which offers a panoramic view of the Bortelhorn. A gravel road leads to the top of the village of Rosswald.Markings: White-Red-White.
Hike without description to be followed with the Visorando app.            
            
            
    
                 Alpe il Laghetto - Rifugio Andolla
                Alpe il Laghetto - Rifugio Andolla            
            
         
        
        
                This day is punctuated by several passes. You will first cross the Passo di Campo, then the Passo Straciugo after the Laghi di Campo. At the Passo di Potimia, you will return to Swiss territory and cross the high plateaus that stretch to the foot of the Col d'Andolla. As you walk, you will be able to see the Weissmies and Pizzo Andolla. The Passo d'Andolla marks the entrance to Italy and the beginning of the descent into the Antrona Valley.            
            
            
    
                 Crampiolo - Alpe de Veglia
                Crampiolo - Alpe de Veglia            
            
         
        
        
                This fifth stage crosses the Devero and Veglia Natural Parks. During the day, you will cross two more passes, the Scatta d'Orogna and the Passo di Valtendra. After the second pass, the landscape becomes more harmonious. A pretty little stream and a long passage through the woods accompany the descent to Alpe de Veglia. Alpe de Veglia is a group of small hamlets located close to each other at the bottom of a very steep valley. Major peaks such as Monte Leone (3,553 m) and Bortelhorn (3,194 m) surround these peaceful hamlets.            
            
            
    
                 Crampiolo - Salecchio Superiore
                Crampiolo - Salecchio Superiore            
            
         
        
        
                At Crampiolo, the Bochetta della Valle trail is signposted and initially follows the left bank of Lago Dévéro. The trail then continues towards the Alpi della Valle and Naga mountain pastures. Further up, a sign indicates the direction of Bocchetta della Valle. Walk along the Busin Superiore lakes and descend to the Busin Inferiore lake dam. The trail resumes below the dam (red markings) and the descent is quite steep to Alpe di Vova. From there, a balcony path leads to Salecchio Superiore via Casa Francoli. Crampiolo and Salecchio Superiore: two magnificent Walser-style villages.Markings: White-Red-White.
Hike without description to be followed with the Visorando app.            
            
            
    
                 Rosswald - Binn
                Rosswald - Binn            
            
         
        
        
                Classic stage of the Mineralien Tour. In Rosswald, signs indicate the Saflischpass trail to Binn. The climb is quite steep to the Fleshboden chairlift station. The path is always well marked and becomes more pleasant to the Saflischpass. Stay on the AlpenPässe Weg to Binna Stausee. Descend to Binn via the Via Alpina Blue. The Saflischpass is the French/German language border. Markings: White-RedBwhite. AlpenPässe Weg - Via Alpina Blue D4
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                 Binn - Binntal Hütte
                Binn - Binntal Hütte            
            
         
        
        
                This stage is common to both the Walser Tour and the Valrando Mineral Tour. A few houses line this path in Freichi and then in Blatt. The Ofenhorn can be admired all the way to the Binntal Hütte. Although this is German-speaking territory, French is surprisingly the dominant language in this hut. The Binntal Hütte belongs to  the Swiss Alpine Club: Delémont section.            
            
            
    
                 Binn - Crampiolo
                Binn - Crampiolo            
            
         
        
        
                This stage is common to both the Mineralien Tour and the Walser Tour. The Geisspfadpass marks the border between Switzerland and Italy. In Binn, cross the small bridge over the Binna, follow the road to Fäld for about 1 km, and a sign on the right indicates the path to Geisspfadsee and Mässersee. This path joins the one coming from Fäld at the Mässerchäller chalet (1,879 m). Follow the signs for Maniboden. The climb to the Geisspfadpass is then very easy. The descent to Piano della Rossa is through large scree, with passages equipped with chains and ladders, but no particular difficulty. The descent to Crampiolo is very pleasant.Markings: White-Red-White]. Via Alpina Blue D3 and D2
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                 Binntal Hütte - Rifugio Margaroli
                Binntal Hütte - Rifugio Margaroli            
            
         
        
        
                This second stage crosses the Italian-Swiss border at the Albrunpass. You will enter the Val Formazza. The highest point of the day is at Scatta Minoïa. After the Ettore Conti bivouac, the descent to Lake Vannino is very pleasant and easy. The Rifugio Margaroli is located at the end of the lake. This relatively short stage gives you the opportunity to climb up to Lake Sruer at 2,351 m. (Absolute tranquillity guaranteed and magnificent views of Lake Vannino).            
            
            
    
                 Rifugio Andolla - Lago di Antrona
                Rifugio Andolla - Lago di Antrona            
            
         
        
        
                Passing through the mountain pastures of Piana Ronchelli and del Gabbio, a pleasant trail will take you to the shores of Lago dei Cavalli. After skirting the lake, you will cross the small hamlet of Cheggio. You will discover a few more mountain pastures before returning to civilisation at Antronapiana. This charming village is the lowest point of this tour. You will reach Lago di Antrona and the Albergo Lagopineta. Lago di Antrona is very busy during the day but in the evening, everything returns to calm.            
            
            
    
                 Bettmerhorn and back from Ried-Morel
                Bettmerhorn and back from Ried-Morel            
            
         
        
        
                An out and back walk to the summit of the Bettmerhorn starting at Ried-Morel (or alternatively, Riederalp, Bettmeralp or Morel)            
            
            
    
                 Hangebrucke, Belalp, Stausee Gibidum and the Massaweg
                Hangebrucke, Belalp, Stausee Gibidum and the Massaweg            
            
         
        
        
                A Circular walk from Ried Morel (alternatively Morel or Riederalp) taking in an easy descent through woodland to glaciated rock scenery and the hanging bridge over the Massa which is the water flowing from the Aletsch Glacier. Then crossing peaceful alpine pastures to make the ascent up the steps to Hotel Belalp before dropping again on paths and roads to the dam at the end of Stausee Gibidum. The final section follows the scenic Massweg trail back to Reid Morel.            
            
            
    
                 Riederhorn
                Riederhorn            
            
         
        
        
                A circular walk from a small parking area on the road named Fure (Marked Fure on Swiss map 3324T) which is above Ried-Morel. It takes a higher path above the Massaweg towards Stausee Gibidum, climbs to the Villa Cassel and then the top of the Riederhorn. The descent is through the forest. A pleasant and interesting excursion.            
            
            
    
                 Riederalp - Märjelenseestube via the Aletsch Panoramaweg
                Riederalp - Märjelenseestube via the Aletsch Panoramaweg            
            
         
        
        
                This second stage passes through the Rieder Furka and Villa Cassel again. The trail then follows a moraine offering several views of the glacier. The climb to the Härdernagrat offers exceptional views of both the Aletsch Glacier and the Valais peaks rising to over 4,000 metres, including the Matterhorn. After HohBalm, the Aletsch Glacier remains your faithful companion before disappearing at the Märjelenseestube.            
            
            
    
                 Rifugio Margaroli - Salecchio Superiore
                Rifugio Margaroli - Salecchio Superiore            
            
         
        
        
                This third stage is very wild and not very busy. After Lago Vannino and Passo Busin, you will discover another lake, Lago Busin Inferiore. During the descent to Salecchio, you will notice the Walser habitat as you pass through hamlets such as Case Francoli and Salecchio Superiore. The dormitory at Rifugio Zum Gora dates back to the 17th century.            
            
            
     
                 
         
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