Breithorn at Simplon (3437 m) is one of the several mountains above three thousand meters that can be climbed from the Simplon pass (Passo del Sempione, 2005 m) in Switzerland. The others are Hubschhorn (3192), Punta Terrarosa (Wasenhorn, 3245 m) and Monte Leone (3553). Within this page, I give some essential details which you will […]
Pigne de la Le – Glacier and Rock Routes
Pigne de la Lé (3396 m) is a mountain in the Moiry valley, in the Grimentz area of Wallis province in Switzerland. It raises in the southeast end of the valley above Moiry lake. Compared to other mountains in the region, this is the only one that offers possibilities to choose between a glacier climb […]
Pizzini Hut – a Nice Whole-Day Tour
Pizzini hut (Rifugio Pizzini, also known under the name Pizzini-Fratola hut) is at the altitude of 2706 meters. It is nicely positioned in the large Cedec valley, with a comfortable access road for a walk from Rifugio Forni, and with numerous other walking paths that converge at the hut.
Sasseneire – a Multifaceted Swiss Mountain
The impression you get about Sasseneire (3253 m) strongly depends on your point of observation. From the southeast side, like for example from the Moiry hut or Pigne de la Le mountain, it looks like a very dangerous sharp peak.
Bishorn – a Two-Days Solo Ascent
Bishorn is 4135 m high mountain in the area of Zinal village, in Wallis province in Switzerland. It is a bit remote and if you want to climb it from Zinal side, you will need two days.