The Bleiken Chapel near Simplon was built in 1717 by priest Johann Peter Tscherrig. The origin of the chapel goes back to a legend according to which Mary appeared to the warriors with the baby Jesus during a battle. The enemies were frightened by this and fled. When a chapel was to be built near the battlefield in memory of this event, the builders' tools were taken to a higher place every night by an invisible hand; and this is where the chapel stands today. There is a bell in the tower of the chapel. The ringing of the bell can be heard in the village 1.5 km away.
Guided tours: not possible
Guided tours: not possible
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Public transport: The nearest bus stop is "Simplon Dorf, Post". From there you can reach the chapel within approx. 40 minutes on foot. From Brig train station it takes about 1h30min to reach the Bleikenkapelle.
Directions: From Simplon Dorf, follow Hejistrasse until you reach the parking area (on the right in the direction of travel). From there you can reach the Bleikenkapelle within approx. 10 minutes on foot.
Directions: From Simplon Dorf, follow Hejistrasse until you reach the parking area (on the right in the direction of travel). From there you can reach the Bleikenkapelle within approx. 10 minutes on foot.
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