THE AUGSTBORD REGION with Bürchen, Törbel and Moosalp
The Valais mountain resorts of Burchen, Torbel and Mooslap are situated on a sun- drenched terrace high above the Rhone Valley between Visp and Zermatt. These small family resorts in the region of the Augstbord are a walker’s paradise from spring to autumn, and a favourite with families for winter sports.
The choice of sports and cultural events is incredibly wide ranging from extreme ski experience to superb opera performance, mountain bike trails or a tour of the old Visp.

IN WINTER there are 9 ski lifts, 25kM of ski runs at an altitude between 1480m and 2540m with as many cross country skiing trails, fun park for snowboarders, natural skating ring and children beginner slopes.

IN SUMMER 200km of sign posted hiking trails, 70km of sign posted mountain bike trails, mini-golf, Trim Fir vita fitness trail, picnic area and more. Include ski map
 
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Crans-Montana

The charming village of Crans Montana is situated on a high plateau 1550 m above the Rhone Valley . Its unique position guarantees maximum sunshine throughout the year and offers the most spectacular panoramic view of the Swiss Alps With its comfortable winter climate and superb snow conditions, Crans-Montana is a great place for an array of winter activities. Its 28 lifts and 140 miles of .superb slopes provide unforgettable skiing and snowboarding. Crans-Montana is also a golf destination hosting the European Master every year. The resort thrives during the summer and fall when golf is a major draw for visitors just as skiing is in the winter.

Grimentz

Grimentz offers an escape into nature at the doors of an altitude of 4000metres where the good air of the Alps rhymes with privilege. In winter, the beauty of the combined whiteness of our peaks will allow you to rush down the 50km of ski slopes underneath the sun…and with the same ticket, open the doors of all the ski resorts in the Valley of Anniviers (Zinal, St Luc/Chandolin, Vercorin) covering more than 220km ! In summer, you will be amazed by the splendid unspoilt nature, surprised by the sublime granaries browned by the sun, dazzled by the beauty of the balconies flourishing with red geraniums and by the panorama of the Moiry Glacier. Grimentz also possesses all the necessary infrastructure to make your stay an exciting and unforgettable one, Judge yourself: via Ferrata: 100km of pedestrian path, 100 km of mountain bike path, tennis, mini-golf, swimming pool, game area, natural ice ring, climbing wall, snow garden, etc.

La Tzoumaz

Where is the relatively new Valaisan resort of La Tzoumaz ? It nestles in a pretty, green side valley on the left side of the Rhone at an altitude of 1500m. The valley lies about halfway between Martigny and Sion,.La Tzoumaz is ideally situated for winter sports. As a valley station of the Savoleyres cable-car it allows access to magnificent runs of the 4 Valleys where it is possible to ski until the end of April. In summer guests can choose from the many strolls through the refreshing coolness of the pine and larch forests to the alpine meadows. The resort also has a tennis court and a heated indoor swimming pool with sauna that is open winter and summer alike.

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Ovronnaz

10 km from the motoway, nestling at the foot of the range of the Muverans, the holiday resort of Ovronnaz enjoys a mild and tonic climate at the ideal altitude of 1350 metres. Facing South, its plateau stretches out in terrific scenery and offers unique and varied activities. Good skiing in the winter and miles of pedestrian paths without forgetting its Thermal Bath offering optimum relaxation and recuperation amidst magnificent mountain scenery.

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Veysonnaz

...Where the mountains widen your horizon... The lookout post of the Alps, Veysonnaz is the crossroad to several valleys and has an exceptional panoramic view. It offers dream climatic conditions during all seasons. It is a picturesque little mountain village, a summer and a winter resort. From here you can ski or snowboard your way in the incomparable skiing area of the 4 valleys from Veysonnaz to Verbier. In the summer one can choose between the 300km footpath in the forest along the ‘bisses’ or use the many facilities like tennis court, swimming pool, wellness-center, wall climbing and more. A place for the whole family.

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Leukerbad

Welcome to Switzerland ’s largest thermal spa and wellness resort where more than 130 facilities and treatments await you. Set against the stunning panoramic backdrop of the towering 4’000m summits of Valais, the 50km ski area provides some great skiing and snowboarding while cross-country skiers can choose from the trails around the village.

 

Leukerbad also boasts 60km of hiking trails, a magnificient panorama from the Torrent region and a sport center where one can enjoy tennis, squash, badmington, table tennis, minigolf  or fitness activites while a round of golf can be organised in the Valley in Leuk.

Zinal

If you like the atmosphere of a resort close to everlasting snow then choose Zinal at 1600m above sea level. Zinal, a family and sport resort is located at the end of the magic Anniviers Valley and at the foot of the “Imperial Crown” with its famous peaks over 4000m (Weisshorn, Zinalrothorn, Bishorn, Obergabelhorn, Dent Blanche) Zinal is also a village of small chalets made out with dark pine wood and shingle roofs… and whatever the season many opportunities are offered to visitors to get away from it all!

 

WILER / LAUCHERNALP

Lotschen Valley Attractive snow-sure ski area - a dream for ski and snowboard enthusiasts. This gateway to some of the most famous peaks in the Alps provides a real escape into nature for mountain enthusiasts seeking a tranquil environment. LAUCHERNALP is the residential and skiing area of WILER and reached by a 5 minutes cable car run. The whole region is UNESCO classified and offering spectacular scenery. The skiing area offers 40km of prepared slopes of medium difficulties and a free ride arena of virgin slopes. It also provides access to a winter walking trail at over 3000 meters with an exceptional panoramic view. In summer the walk from the Lauchernalp across the Lotschenpass into the Bernese Oberland to Kandersteg ranks among the classics of the region.

Zermatt
Information about the Town Zermatt, at the foot of the majestic Matterhorn, is a world without cars. Electric-cars and horse-drawn sleighs and carriages are the only transport allowed. Come to car-free Zermatt - the perfect Alpine resort for rest and relaxation.

Zermatt, with its wind-protected southern location, embraces three skiing areas which enjoy superb snow conditions and the longest skiing season in the Alps. The 313 km of ski runs include slopes ranging from the simplest to the most challenging. Easy access is provided by an extensive network of 74 transport facilities, with high-capacity cableways, mountain railways and ski-lifts (incl. Cervinia, Italy) capable of conveying up to 75700 passengers an hour.

Zermatt has many opportunities for hiking. There are numerous well-marked footpaths and walks (400 km in all) which will take you through pine-scented mountain forests, to the shores of calm Alpine lakes and to the ice-blue glaciers. Mountain railways make it easy to reach the high altitude rambling areas. There are many mountain cabins and restaurants ready to offer a warm welcome and a leisurely rest.

Alpine tourism was the beginning of Zermatt's development. Situated at the foot of the Matterhorn and surrounded by 38 fourthousend-meter high mountains, Zermatt has always been the beloved goal for mountain climbers from all over the world. The Zermatt Alpine Center organizes training sessions, day tours, glacier walks every day, while for longer tours there are 80 state-registered mountain guides available for our guests.

The Matterhorn Golf Club's golf course at Randa-Täsch is located on the valley floor between the two villages of Randa and Täsch at 1400 m. above sea-level and very close to the international resort of Zermatt. The golf course has been laid out on two separate pieces of land on either side of the River Vispa. The course is almost level and easy to walk around. A former area of marsh has been transformed into a lake which will contain an unique island green. The Scottish golf course architect John Chilver-Stainer planned the 21-hectare golf course to blend in with the natural landscape.