Simplon Pass Route
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The Simplon Pass Route, departing from Brig, takes you to the Italian town of Domodossola via the Simplon Pass. (You require an identity card or passport to cross the border). Already, centuries ago, Napoleon and Stockalper were aware of the significance of Alpine crossings, and thus began with the construction of such.
Visit the Old Town of Brig and the imposing Stockalper Castle, and if you don’t want to walk it, the little « Simplon Express» train will take you round the sights. On the way to the Simplon Pass, stunning, sweeping views open up over the sunny Belalp, Riederalp, Rosswald and Bettmeralp terraces. And there’s plenty to discover at the Rothwald snow-shoe paradise as well. (PostBus stop Rothwald, Post).
Numerous hiking possibilities attract guests to the Simplon Pass region –and make sure you catch a glimpse of the stone eagle! (PostBus stop Simplon, Monte Leone). In the Simplon Village ecomuseum you also get an idea of what life was like on the pass years ago (PostBus stop Simplon Dorf, Post). A hike along the renowned ViaStockalper path from Brig to Domodossola is yet another attraction; and Napoleon supposedly spent the night in the history-steeped Gabi guest house. (PostBus stop Gabi, Simplon). Passing the Gondo ravine, in the border village Gondo, you then discover the region’s historic hotel – a reconstruction of the Stockalper tower and old gold mine. Here you can try your luck at gold washing! (PostBus stop Gondo, Post). Last stop on the line is Domodossola. And the small Italian town, with story-tale street corners and numerous sights, such as the Chavez-Museum or Sacro Monte Calvario and pilgrims’ path are just one or two of the popular sights that make this enchanting place more than worth a visit!
Additional useful information on the PostBus excursion routes and a wealth of pictures and video clips can be found at the link in the right-hand box.
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