Where the original heritage of the Alpine world meets the light-footed elegance of the south in a unique combination, there is also room for other alliances. Contrasting, stubborn, contradictory ones perhaps - but isn't it the peculiar interplay of opposites that creates the lasting charm?

And the municipality of Brig-Glis is certainly charming, where urban pulsation is combined with village comfort and rural tranquillity. Since the municipalities of Brig, Glis and Brigerbad embarked on a common path in 1973, they have - despite their differences - pursued a common goal: to create safety, security and satisfaction for everyone. With an open view of the world and trust in their own roots. If you had to describe the local character without getting lost in clichés and platitudes, then perhaps this would be it: Brig-Glis is connected to the world, and is rooted in the independence of its way of life.

LifeValue

Where opposites attract - and merge harmoniously into a whole with its own unique coloring: Brig, Glis and Brigerbad, with their local characteristics and charming contrasts, shape the unmistakable character of today's municipality of Brig-Glis. Urban sophistication, village comfort and rural tranquillity do not contradict each other, but complement each other in a vital way. The guiding principle is to reach the goal together, taking into account lived differences and independence.

MittelPunkt

The peculiar charm of the town of Brig-Glis is rooted in its geographical location in the heart of the Alps. Where the mighty Aletsch Glacier lies to the north in the Rhone Valley at 678 m above sea level and the historic Simplon Pass to the south on the threshold to Italy, the original heritage of the Alps is uniquely combined with the light-footed elegance of the south. The exceptionally mild and dry climate, which contributes to the high quality of living and quality of life, is often more southern than Swiss. It is no coincidence that Brig-Glis is considered the center of Upper Valais par excellence: as a service center, school town and transport hub, it is equally attractive to locals and visitors. An attractiveness that is reflected both in the appearance of the town and in this very special atmosphere, in which southern exuberance is combined with Alpine down-to-earthness.

Convenient transport

Since the opening of the Simplon Tunnel in 1906, the town's development into a service center has run parallel to its transport links. Today, around 80% of the local population works in the service sector. Brig-Glis is an important transportation hub where the international road and rail axes intersect. The opening of the NEAT Lötschberg one hundred years after the construction of the Simplon Tunnel is a further milestone in the town's transport development: the final extension of the New Rail Link through the Alps will shorten the rail journey to the north by a whole 40 minutes - another reason for the growing importance of Brig-Glis as a flourishing residential and vacation region. The connection with the world on the one hand and the attachment to one's own roots on the other correspond to the local mentality and way of life: Brig-Glis is cosmopolitan by tradition.

City life

How can you stroll through the historic squares of Brig-Glis without being beguiled by the sparkling shop window displays and lively street cafés? The town, whose landmark is the magnificent Stockalper Palace with its extensive park, exudes pure joie de vivre. With its picturesque old town and car-free inner zone, Brig-Glis literally invites you to store and stroll, to indulge and enjoy. As a historic school town that is home to thousands of students, Brig-Glis is particularly fond of culture: theater, concerts and exhibitions are part of the daily program. The Upper Valais Library and Media Center, which not only encourages a love of reading but is also the venue for all kinds of cultural events, is also very popular. As a contrast to the vibrant city life, a trip to the picturesque village quarters of Glis, Gamsen or Brigerbad, where time is still leisure, is a good idea.

An appetite for education

The fact that the population of Brig-Glis has grown by eight percent to around 12,700 inhabitants since 1990 is testament to the high quality of life and living in the municipality: quiet, well-kept residential areas in an unspoilt mountain landscape, a wide range of sports and leisure facilities and a broad range of educational opportunities are the main reasons for this. Since the founding of the "Spiritus Sanctus" college in 1662, Brig-Glis has developed into an educational center with an international network that meets a wide range of needs, from kindergarten to university education. This multicultural touch, which suits the town as well as a youthful, fresh scent on a mature lady, may also come from the students from all over the world. This, and certainly also the proximity to the Italian and French regions that nourish the Mediterranean lifestyle.

FerienFeeling

Where prominent mountain peaks rise and world-renowned spas are enthroned; where bubbling thermal waters beckon and nature shines with its treasures, there is no stopping you. A vacation and leisure Eldorado of fantastic variety lies on Brig-Glis' doorstep in both summer and winter. With well over a thousand guest beds and an equally colorful and lively gastronomic scene, the municipality is a perfect starting point for excursions into the surrounding area: Whether skiing or hiking tours, cross-country skiing or golf; whether biking, trekking or walking - there are no limits to your desire for exercise. A must, of course, is a detour - or rather: a dip - in the famous thermal waters of Brigerbad, which enjoy unbroken popularity among young and old. For those who prefer contemplation to action, a sightseeing tour through Brig-Glis is highly recommended: a journey of discovery through the past and present of the town that will leave its mark.