Mountain refuge Refuge-bivouac du Laggin (Lagginbiwak)

On the side of Simple , this bivouac fits better in mountain days with continuity than in an isolated getaway. Its position, already in a clearly alpine environment, places it near the axis of the Lagginhorn and Weisslies two summits that mark the severe nature of the area. At 2428 meters, the land here leaves behind the most friendly sections and becomes more mineral, with slopes, pebbles and references that should be read well on the map, especially if they link hills or high routes.

This is why it is particularly useful for mountaineers who need to decide whether to use it as a step point or as a support for a more ambitious day. In their surroundings they combine long-distance and entity tours, such as Via Alpina Blue D6 , ViaStockholm or Simplon Futschhorn Trekking as well as local links to the port and village of Simon. This combination makes it a practical reference for dividing stages, readjusting a journey or having a clear point of orientation on a slope where the relief gains prominence and navigation is no longer secondary.

This shelter should also be read from the logistics. There is a very close source, about 100 meters, but in high mountains the real availability can vary according to the time and conditions, so it is still wise to leave with water margin and autonomy. The proximity of several four thousand and the exposure of the sector of the Simplon force attention to the wind, fog and rapid changes of time. More than a refuge to improvise, it works better as a support within a journey planning or a well-measured alpine day.