Intro

The "Alte Gasthof", a former Susten building, was built in several stages between the 14th and 18th centuries.

The "Alte Gasthof", a former Susten building, was built in several stages between the 14th and 18th centuries. The Ecomuseum is dedicated to the natural area as well as the historical environment that transformed the natural landscape into a cultural landscape. The exhibition covers the following topics: History of the pass routes over the Simplon, construction of the Simplon tunnel, trade and commerce, traffic, transportation, agriculture and the first flight across the Alps by the Peruvian Geo Chavez. The museum is part of the restored Stockalper Trail from Brig to Gondo.

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General information

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Contact address
Ecomuseum Simplon / «Alter Gasthof»
Dorfplatz 27
3907 Simplon Dorf
027 979 10 10 (Beim Dorfplatz)
ecomuseum@simplon.ch
Location
Ecomuseum Simplon / «Alter Gasthof»
Dorfplatz 27
3907 Simplon Dorf
Switzerland

Group & pricing information

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Further prices (starting from)
Adults: CHF 5.-
Teenagers: CHF 2.-
Groups of 10 or more: CHF 4 per person
Guided tours: CHF 60 plus admission

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Overview
Simplon Dorf
Valais
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Opening hours

June 1 - 14, Sep, Oct: Wed-Sun 13-17 June 15-Aug.: Mon-Sun 13-17 Further by appointment

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