Brig-Glis Town Festival: Wakker Prize

Swiss Heritage has awarded the municipality of Brig-Glis (VS) the 2026 Wakker Prize.

The Valais municipality promotes a culturally and socially enriching use of its architectural heritage and combines tradition and innovation in an exemplary manner. Through the sensible use of historic buildings, the integration of contemporary architecture and the adaptation of urban spaces to the changing climate, the Alpine town is positioning itself as a resilient and forward-looking living environment.

Programme

Friday, 19 June – Opening of the town festival

7.00 pm – 10.00 pm: Opening reception at the pavilion in the castle gardens with an opening speech by the Deputy Mayor, drinks reception and a concert by ‘Liederalp’

Saturday, 20 June – City Focus and Festivities

08:00–09:00: Wakkermorgen – Yoga in the Castle Gardens

09:00–11:00: City walk around Brig*

10:00–14:00: Short guided tours every hour from Stockalper Castle

11.00 – 14.00: Brunch at Stockalper Castle*

from 16.00: Awards ceremony at ZeughausKultur, Glis

17.00 – 23.30: Food and drink street and concerts, Gliserallee to Glis village square

Sunday, 21 June – Walks and panoramic views

09.00–14.00: Walk along the Bärgeri suone *

10.00–16.00: Short guided tours in Gamsen and Brigerbad with a shuttle bus circuit from the castle gardens

* Registration for these activities is required by 15 June 2026 at brig-glis.ch/wakker