Simplon Dorf - Bidumji
MODERATE (2/10)Simplon Dorf → Laggin
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Simplon Dorf - Bidumji is a 9.2 km point-to-point moderate hiking route in Switzerland, running from Simplon Dorf to Laggin. The route covers 1,080m of ascent and 594m of descent, with elevations ranging from 1,479m to 2,424m. Allow approximately 4h 08m for the full route.
The route is divided into 4 segments. The toughest stretch is the 2.7 km from Bodmerhorn to Wenghorn, climbing 565m (allow 1h 30m for this section).
About 57% of the trail is runnable, but the remaining steep sections will push most people into power-hiking mode. Some pitches hit 60% gradient, so trekking poles are strongly recommended.
Budget roughly 2,362 kcal of energy expenditure and 2.5 L of water.
Mountain route up to 2425m. Best June–October; snow possible into June.
Elevation Profile
Route Map
Trail Splits
Waypoint-to-waypoint breakdown with estimated hiking times (Naismith's Rule).
| Segment | Dist | ↑ Ascent | ↓ Descent | Time | Cum. km |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
📍 Simplon Dorf → Bodmerhorn | 0.7 km | +99m | -15m | 18 min | 0.7 |
⛰️ Bodmerhorn → Wenghorn | 2.7 km | +565m | -12m | 1h 30m | 3.4 |
⛰️ Wenghorn → Grauhorn | 5.2 km | +416m | -335m | 2h 00m | 8.6 |
⛰️ Grauhorn → Laggin | 0.6 km | +0m | -232m | 18 min | 9.2 |
| Total | 9.2 km | +1,080m | -594m | 4h 08m | 9.2 |
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Terrain Analysis
Surface & Technicality
⛰️ Highly technical route. Power-hiking the steep sections is expected.
Sun Exposure
☀️ High sun exposure. 70% of the route is above the treeline (2000m) with minimal shade. In summer, start before 7am to avoid peak UV. Carry sunscreen, a hat, and extra water.
Current Conditions
Conditions for June
✅ Snow unlikely at this elevation in June. Trail conditions expected to be clear.
🥾 Muddy sections likely. Waterproof boots recommended.
Snow Conditions
Suggested Gear List
Auto-generated based on 9.2 km, 1080m ascent, max altitude 2424.6m, ~4h duration.
- 👟 Trail running shoes / hiking bootsRequired for any trail
- 📱 Phone (charged) + offline mapNavigation & emergency contact
- 💧 3L hydration vestNo water sources on route
- 🍫 Trail mix, bars & sandwichEst. 2362 kcal burn
- 🧴 Sunscreen SPF 50+UV intensifies above 2000m
- 🧢 Sun hat / capExposed alpine terrain
- 🧥 Windbreaker / shell jacketSummit at 2424.6m — wind chill
- 🕶️ Sunglasses (cat 3+)Snow & rock glare at altitude
- 🧤 Warm mid-layer (fleece)Temps drop ~6°C per 1000m
- 🩹 Mini first aid kitBlister plasters, tape, antiseptic
- 🥢 Trekking poles47% steep terrain, 1080m+ ascent
- 🧊 Microspikes / light cramponsSnow risk in November, December, January
- 🦵 GaitersKeep snow out of boots
Logistics
This route runs from Simplon Dorf to Laggin (9.2 km by trail). You'll need to arrange transport back to your starting point.
Nearby Points of Interest
⛰️ Peaks
- Bodmerhorn km 0.7 · 1.5 km off trail
- Wenghorn km 3.4 · 1.9 km off trail
- Rothorn km 5.7 · 2.1 km off trail
📍 Nearby Places
- Birche km 0.5 · 357m off trail
- Bärumatta km 0.3 · 388m off trail
- Bodme km 0.7 · 970m off trail
- Heji km 1.1 · 1.5 km off trail
- P2547 km 3.4 · 1.8 km off trail
Route Details
- Network
- Local Trail Network
- Sport
- hiking
- Start
- Simplon Dorf
- End
- Laggin
- Start Coordinates
- 46.19557, 8.05543
- OpenStreetMap
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