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Rosswald lies on a relatively narrow ridge at 1,800 meters, high above Brig. The paved road ends in the center of the village, around which many chalets nestle. Two restaurants (Parkplatz and Adler) directly in the village and two more just outside (Fleschboden and Bortelhütte) offer stunning views of the Rhone Valley and the Bernese Alps opposite, inviting visitors to stop for a break before or after their ascent. As early as the 1950s, this sun-drenched village was made accessible by cable car. The artificial lake just above Rosswald is a popular spot, used in winter for artificial snowmaking on the ski slopes and in summer as a rest area. Several official mountain bike routes also pass through Rosswald, such as the Valais Panorama Bike (Route 81) and the Rosswald Bike Route 780.

A visit is always worthwhile, not just in bad weather. Also very suitable for children.

Always worth it, not just in bad weather.

Located directly on the village square, the comfortably furnished bistro invites you to relax with a cup of coffee and a slice of cake. There's also a restroom.

Unfortunately, it is not known to this day how the historic Stockalpergarten was designed in the 17th century. However, its basic structures, which Kaspar Stockalper von Thurm created from the once much larger garden landscape (some 10,000 m2), can be precisely captured in historical sources. The garden is divided into two elements: the parterre equipped with water features and squares with a pleasure garden (Viridarium) and the park with an orchard (Pomarium) stocked with varieties from Pro Specie Rara. With the exciting tree planting, the project spatially connects the diverse partial areas. The grassy slope, which creates a beautiful transition to the vineyard and an exciting sightline to the castle, is kept free of trees. Above the cellar vaults, the rose garden creates a finely structured counterpoint to the wide areas. Source: https://www.myswitzerland.com/de-de/erlebnisse/parkgarten-stockalpergarten/

The Saltina has repeatedly flooded Brig, most recently on September 24, 1993. The debris that the Saltina had carried piled up to three meters high in the city center of Brig. Large parts of Glis and the industrial district in Gamsen were also under water. The disaster cost two people their lives. The damage amounted to half a billion francs. The disaster was triggered by heavy rainfall, which caused the water level to rise sharply. The debris and driftwood carried along with it accumulated at the Saltina bridge and the Saltina overflowed its banks. 250,000 m³ of mud, sand and debris were cleared away from the city of Brig. After the disaster, a hydraulic lifting bridge was built that is automatically raised in the event of flooding. All other bridges were also made dismantled or covered with boards. Further down the valley, two debris chambers were built and the embankments were also raised. The new protection system was put to the test in October 2000. The Saltina reached 30 percent higher discharge values than in 1993. The measures proved successful, as there was only minor damage. Source: https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Saltina

It was built in the years 1636/37 by the master builder N. Bodmer from Prismell, under strong influence from Italian models. Inside, there is an altarpiece painted by Lorenz Justin Ritz in 1837, depicting St. Sebastian and a view of the town of Brig. On the facade facing east and the Sebastiansplatz, the Baroque statues of St. Leodegar and St. Jerome stand in niches. The Sebastianskapelle in Brig is owned by the Burgerschaft Brig-Glis, which also takes care of its maintenance. St. Sebastian is honored annually on his name day (January 20th) with a solemn sung mass, and the Burgerschaft traditionally invites the clergy, the choir, and all mass attendees for a broth, food, and drink. Source: https://www.burgerschaft.ch/immobilien/sebastianskapelle

Kaspar Stockalper was in his time by far the most successful early capitalist far and wide. Not only does the Stockalper Palace in Brig bear witness to his wealth - the extensive castle garden is also impressive. Especially in summer, the Stockalpergarten, which was rebuilt in 2002, invites you to linger. In the garden there are several fruit trees, beautiful lawns, a children's playground and a rose garden. Source and info at: https://www.brig-simplon.ch/poi/stockalpergarten