Hiking routes for Arolla to Cabane des Dix and Rosswald to Simplon Hospiz

Detailed hiking route information is available for two distinct Alpine trails.

The first route travels from the village of Arolla to the Cabane des Dix. This very difficult 6.72 mile trek involves an ascent through forest and mountain pastures, passing the Tsijiores de Nouves and the Col de Riedmatten. The path includes a steep descent secured by chains and skirts a lake formed by the Cheilon Glacier. The route is part of the Alpine Passes Trail.

The second route covers the fifth stage from Binn to the Simplon Hospiz. This 18.95 km hike is rated as very difficult, featuring an 1,166 m ascent. The trail passes the Mischibach, offers views of the Mischabels massif, and includes secure but exposed passages toward the Bortelhütte before a final climb toward the Col du Simplon.