The Simplon Pass (1,995 meters) connects the Rhone Valley in the Swiss canton of Valais with the Val d'Ossola in the Italian province of Verbano-Cusio-Ossola and Lake Maggiore.
With a little luck, you'll spot the rare edelweiss growing here among gentians and other alpine flowers along the path. From July to September, the small, woolly white plant displays its star-shaped blossoms.
Suonen are the historical irrigation channels of the Valais. They consist of open ditches that bring the precious and fertile water from the mountain streams - sometimes in an adventurous …
Gebidem is the highest point (2761 meters) of the Steinwildpfad. From the Hannig you can reach this beautiful place in about 1.5 hours via the Mellige 1-4. Here you can …