In 1799, during the turmoil of the French Revolution, the sisters were forced to leave their convent. They flee to the mountains: to the Simplon Pass and partly to Italy. 1800 Reunification of the community and rebuilding of their work in 1848.
After the end of the Sonderbund War, difficulties again: Secularization of the estates, number of sisters is limited. 1853 The State of Valais again entrusts the sisters with the training of primary school teachers.
Guided tours: not possible
After the end of the Sonderbund War, difficulties again: Secularization of the estates, number of sisters is limited. 1853 The State of Valais again entrusts the sisters with the training of primary school teachers.
Guided tours: not possible
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Parking Available
Bus stop available
Directions & Parking facilities
Public transport: The bus stop "Brig, Bachji" is in the immediate vicinity. From Brig train station you can reach the St. Ursula monastery in around 12 minutes.
Directions: By car, you can park in the public parking lots at Alte Simplonstrasse 55 right next to St. Ursula Monastery.
Directions: By car, you can park in the public parking lots at Alte Simplonstrasse 55 right next to St. Ursula Monastery.
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