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Off the beaten track in Verbier– unique activities in summer

Beyond Hiking: Explore all aspects of Verbier

For those who are seeking to explore Verbier beyond the beaten track, summer offers a whole range of enthralling activities. You can start your day admiring a stunning sunrise from the mountain peaks, when the first rays light up the majestic summits. If you prefer more relaxing experiences, a walk to an isolated Alpine lake will reveal tranquil landscapes and breathtaking views. For thrill-seekers, a dizzying zipline will send you zipping high in the mountains at an incredible speed, whereas foodies will enjoy a meal shared on a cart drawn through villages by horses. And for total immersion in nature, a sensory path allows you to rediscover simple pleasures by stimulating your five senses. And finally, a visit to an impressive dam will plunge you into a mixture of history and magnificent Alpine landscapes. These experiences will allow you to enjoy summer in Verbier in a whole new way.

Sunrise

Watching a sunrise over Mont Fort, at an altitude of 3300 metres, is an unforgettable experience that begins long before dawn. Accessible with the first cable car of the day under a still-dark sky, this adventure takes you to the summit to admire the grandiose sight of the sun rising over the Alps. The view stretches as far as the eye can see in all directions, with the Mont Blanc and Cervin among the giants that appear on the horizon. This magic experience, bathed in golden light, brings a feeling of total serenity, getting your day in the mountains off to an auspicious start.

Lake Louvie

Lake Louvie: a paradise for nature-lovers. Lake Louvie, nestled at an altitude of 2213 metres, is a must-see summer destination for anyone who is looking for a breathtaking view over this calm lake and impressive mountains. To enjoy the most enchanting time of day, make sure you arrive before the first rays of sun touch the lake.

A fondu by carriage

A horse-drawn cart with fondue, an authentic experience, will bring you through the picturesque villages and the meadows of the Val de Bagnes. Three horses will take you in a cart where with your family or friends, you will enjoy a delicious fondue. As you make your way through the landscape, you will be able to prepare and enjoy your fondue, comfortably seated in a covered wagon. The experience sets off from and returns to the Ferme des Moulins.

Zipline

The Mont 4 zipline in Verbier offers an unrivalled dose of adrenalin, thrusting you through the air at speeds up to 130 km/hr. Stretching over 1400 metres between the summit of Mont Fort and the Col des Gentianes, this unique experience allows you to fly over mountain landscapes with stunning views of surrounding mountain peaks. This is an adventure not to be missed for those who want to add some thrills to their stay in the mountains, while enjoying spectacular views from the heights of Verbier.

Mauvoisin Dam

Mauvoisin Dam, just 45 minutes from Verbier, is a must-see site for lovers of nature and spectacular views. This dam, one of the highest in Europe, offers not only stunning views of the lake and surrounding mountains, but also an educational walking path that guides visitors through the history and technology of this impressive construction. In summer, a visit to the Mauvoisin Dam is the perfect opportunity for an educational hike at the heart of the Swiss Alps, combining learning and wonder.

Path of the senses

The Sentier des Sens (Path for the Senses) at La Tzoumaz is an immersive walk which invites visitors to discover nature using their five senses. Accessible for everyone, including people with reduced mobility and families with pushchairs, this charming path twists and turns through the forest, offering a unique experience where each step stimulates our hearing, sight, sense of smell, touch and taste. Educational panels are dotted along the path, inviting walkers to stop and listen to the sounds of the forest, to smell the aromas of local plants, or even to touch the different texture of the nature around them. Ideal for a family outing, the Sentier des Sens is a sensory adventure that will delight little ones and not so little ones, while strengthening their connection with nature.