Simplon

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Simplon: A Path Away from the Pass

Surprises around every turn add up to a run that's nothing short of magic

This Run is featured in Run the Alps Switzerland:  30 Must-Do Trail Runs

→ 20km     

↑ 1211m

Δ 2737M 

♦ Medium

Θ CCW

We mooed back and forth, squatting on a stone wall to converse with a heard of grazing cows. This would be a good way to end the run, but we weren't quite done for the day. Just a few kilometers later, we were back at the parking beside a small pool. An even better ending for the run- stripping off our gear for a quick dip. This was the beginning of true summer running. 


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LOCATION
Start:  46.245797, 8.024327
Town:  Simplon Pass
Canton:  Valais
Country:  Switzerland

TIPS

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Singletracks made for two, leading away from the Simplon Pass.

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You might have to glance over your shoulder for views of the Bietschhorn.

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Not far from the busy Simplon Pass, you feel surprisingly far away.

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Sometimes returning to civilization is beautiful too. Arriving to the Alter Spittel before finishing the loop.

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Who's more entertained, us or the gals?

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