Born in Simplon Dorf, Josef Escher was a Swiss politician. As a Federal Councillor (1950-1954), Escher headed the Post and Railway Department and was also Vice President of the Federal Council in 1954.
The Josef Escher House in Simplon-Dorf still commemorates the politician who died in 1954.
Guided tours: Guided tour of Simplon village
The Josef Escher House in Simplon-Dorf still commemorates the politician who died in 1954.
Guided tours: Guided tour of Simplon village
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General information
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Bus stop available
Directions & Parking facilities
Public transport: The bus stop "Simplon Dorf, Post" is in the immediate vicinity. From Brig train station you can reach the Josef Escher House within 55 minutes.
Directions: In Simplon Dorf there are various parking facilities along the road. From there you can reach the Josef Escher House in around 5 minutes on foot.
Directions: In Simplon Dorf there are various parking facilities along the road. From there you can reach the Josef Escher House in around 5 minutes on foot.
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