The Fort Gondo fortress is an impressive military-historical structure embedded deep in the rocks of the Simplon Pass.
Originally built during the 1st and 2nd World Wars to protect the important Simplon route, the fortress served as a defensive structure. Today, the fortress is an ecomuseum offering fascinating insights into the military history and strategic importance of the Simplon Pass. Visitors can explore the underground passages, casemates and artillery positions and admire the impressive architecture and technology carved into the solid rock. Temporary exhibitions and guided tours make the Fort Gondo fortress an exciting excursion destination for history buffs and technology enthusiasts.
Guided tours: possible, all information on the Ecomuseum website.
Please note: Guided tours are only possible if the Stockalperweg is also accessible. In addition, the gates are completely locked when the Stockalperweg is officially closed. This means that it is not possible to pass through/visit - so please check the stockalperweg.ch website or contact us.
Originally built during the 1st and 2nd World Wars to protect the important Simplon route, the fortress served as a defensive structure. Today, the fortress is an ecomuseum offering fascinating insights into the military history and strategic importance of the Simplon Pass. Visitors can explore the underground passages, casemates and artillery positions and admire the impressive architecture and technology carved into the solid rock. Temporary exhibitions and guided tours make the Fort Gondo fortress an exciting excursion destination for history buffs and technology enthusiasts.
Guided tours: possible, all information on the Ecomuseum website.
Please note: Guided tours are only possible if the Stockalperweg is also accessible. In addition, the gates are completely locked when the Stockalperweg is officially closed. This means that it is not possible to pass through/visit - so please check the stockalperweg.ch website or contact us.
Good to know
Openings
The fortress is open for you on selected Saturdays (https://www.ecomuseum.ch/museen-und-sammlungen/museen/fort-gondo) or on request.
Price info
The 350-metre-long gallery can be walked free of charge and is part of the Stockalperweg. The fortress can be visited on selected Saturdays in summer. Guided tours are organised for groups according to your wishes. We look forward to welcoming you to Fort Gondo: https://www.ecomuseum.ch/museen-und-sammlungen/museen/fort-gondo
Directions & Parking facilities
Public Transport: The bus stops "Simplon Dorf, Alte Kaserne" and "Gondo, Ramserna" are a 40-50 minute walk from the fortress. We recommend visiting the fortress with a hike on the Stockalper Trail.
Directions: You can park your car in the parking areas at the north entrance.
Directions: You can park your car in the parking areas at the north entrance.
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