Maria Bru circular route

6.58 km long
Round trip
Difficulty: medium
Condition: easy
Great panorama
Hike
  • 2:30 h
  • 6.58 km
  • 361 m
  • 361 m
  • 1,337 m
  • 1,673 m
  • 336 m
  • Start: Zwischbergen, Bord
  • Destination: Zwischbergen, Bord

This circular hike is suitable for a day trip to the Zwischbergental. You hike on the Maria Bru circular route from Zwischbergen, Bord to the chapel Maria Bru and back.

Starting from the restaurant Bord in the Zwischbergental, you ascend towards Wiler "Ze Hiischinu" and continue following the Stockalperweg to the "Chatzhalte". Now turn left at the signpost. The hiking trail leads you directly to the chapel Maria Bru. Built in 1715, this place soon became a pilgrimage site. In 1983, the municipality of Zwischbergen had the Marian sanctuary renovated. During a short break, you can consider whether you want to take the shortcut directly back to the starting point or complete the entire circular hike.

The signposted circular route continues into the Zwischbergental to "Wits Bru" by the Tannuwald power plant. From here you walk along part of the gravel road back towards Bord. The signpost shows you when you can turn left. After a short ascent, you reach the restaurant in Zwischbergen, Bord - your starting point.

Good to know

Pavements

Asphalt
Gravel
Trail

Best to visit

suitable
Depends on weather

Directions

Zwischbergen, Bord - Ze Hiischinu - Chatzhalte - Chapel Maria Bru - Wiits Bru/Tannuwald - Zwischbergen, Bord

Tour information

  • Loop Road

  • Stop at an Inn

Equipment

Weather-appropriate equipment is indispensable. Good, sturdy mountain boots are strongly recommended for all hikes.

Directions & Parking facilities

From Brig via the national road over the Simplon to the border town Gondo. Turn right before the church towards Zwischbergental. The road winds up to the Zwischbergental in many hairpin bends.
At the restaurant Bord there is the possibility to park the vehicle (in agreement with the host).

The journey by PostBus runs from Brig train station over the Simplon to Gondo. In the summer months, the Publicar runs to the Zwischbergental. Attention: A reservation for the Publicar is required by 4:00 p.m. the day before.

Additional information

More information at www.brig-simplon.ch

Literature

The Ecomuseum Simplon foundation offers various books about Zwischbergen and the trails.

Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author

Enjoy the tranquility in the Zwischbergental on the terrace of the restaurant in Bord.

Safety guidelines

The hike is done at your own risk. Insurance is the responsibility of the hiker.

Map

Hiking maps are available at the tourist office.

Nearby

Location and Contact

Maria Bru circular route
3907 Zwischbergen