Simplon Pass Attractions
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Height of pass: 2,005 m/6,578ft
The road to the Simplon pass (Italian Passo del Sempione), constructed on Napoleon's orders between 1801 and 1805, is the shortest route between Valais and southern Ticino or northern Italy. The road is usually open throughout the year; but it is always possible for motorists to avoid the pass by loading their cars on to the train which runs through the 19.8km/ 12mi long Simplon tunnel between Brig and Iselle (Italy).
The Simplon tunnel is the longest rail tunnel in Europe.
The road to the Simplon pass (Italian Passo del Sempione), constructed on Napoleon's orders between 1801 and 1805, is the shortest route between Valais and southern Ticino or northern Italy. The road is usually open throughout the year; but it is always possible for motorists to avoid the pass by loading their cars on to the train which runs through the 19.8km/ 12mi long Simplon tunnel between Brig and Iselle (Italy).
The Simplon tunnel is the longest rail tunnel in Europe.
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Simplon Pass (attraction on driving tour)
The alpine meadows and mountain scenery of Simplon Pass is a great place for walking and sightseeing.
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Simplon Road (Brig)
The Simplon Road offers incredible views out over the mountains and the Rhône valley.
