Wildlife watching experiences in Valais

Children are a welcome and interesting challenge at the Snow Sports School of Fiesch-Eggishorn. With fun and play, young children above age 4 are introduced to skiing by means of a varied and entertaining instruction programme.

Alpine, rather sparsely secured route with a hut at the end of the fixed-rope section. Fabulous scenery of the Baltschied Valley; the descent is a non-stop feast for the eyes.

The Swiss Snow Kids Village of St-Luc is at the starting point of the pistes in Tignousa. A funicular takes you there.

Sion, called Sitten in German, is the capital of the Canton of Valais. The Old Town, which lies between the hills of Valère and Tourbillon, dates back to the Middle Ages and is home to numerous sights and attractions, such as one of the world's oldest organs that can still be played.

The Ravensburger Games Trail offers a fun alternative to hiking, with exciting challenges for the whole family.

Gletschi is the real hero of the Great Aletsch Glacier as well as being the Aletsch Arena’s mascot. The Gletschi programme offers kids a fun-filled and exciting experience in the snow-covered Aletsch Arena,

The hamlet Zumoberhaus has its very own natural ice rink that is created and maintained every year by the local ice skating club.

In the Valais town of Leukerbad, follow a steel footbridge through the wild Dala Gorge and draw warm thermal water directly from the spring with a rope pull. A suspension bridge leads you to the 35-meter-high waterfall.

The Combe d’Enfer is one of the steepest vineyards in the world, with a 200m height differential. Its grapevines are grown in the terraces, with each level supported by a dry-stone wall. Grape harvests are done on foot, since the site can only be accessed via a footpath. The Combe d’Enfer (meaning “Valley of Hell”) takes its name from its amphitheatre shape and the intense heat there. It’s the hottest vineyard in the region.

Natural skating rink open from December to at the end of February according to weather conditions'

In Crans-Montana even the youngest visitors are given great attention. Grown-ups too can let off steam and experience the ultimate adrenaline rush.

For everyone who wants to know more about wine and become a connoisseur, the wine trail near Visperterminen is a must.

Opened in spring 2007, the wine trail is an ideal way to discover the Valais and birthplace of some delightfully palatable regional wines.

Since time immemorial, the Simplon Pass has been one of the main Alpine thoroughfares linking northern and southern Europe. Well preserved sections of the old Stockalper trail and impressive structures from various epochs bear witness to its eventful past.

Le Mur Suisse in Champéry is one of the steepest slopes in the world. On one kilometre of unprepared mogul slope, you can prove your skills as a skier or snowboarder.

Chandolin is home to two Swiss Snow Kids Villages for younger skiers. The first is located at the entrance to the village and has a magic carpet. The second children's snow playground is located directly on the slopes.

Zermatt Snow Park has something to appeal to every freestyler, regardless of whether they are a pro or a rookie. The creative setup with big chairs, kicker lines and rails promises action and spectacular and varied runs.

Deep in the enchanted forest of Ernen in Valais, someone has stolen Brüna the squirrel’s supply of winter nuts. Between gnarled spruce trees and moss-covered boulders, the squirrel’s story leads us through the adventure playground and inspires us with the pine cone run, swinging tree, suspension bridge, ravine trails and barbecue areas.

There is an artificial ice rink for different ice sports, such as figure skating and ice hockey.

This Kinderland has exclusive offers for young snow bunnies and small beginners that are geared to their wishes and needs.

A classic Alpine via ferrata, with five ladders, 400 pitons and nearly 1,000 metres of wire rope providing outstanding safety. The mountain backdrop of the Saastal is unique, and from the top you have a sensational view across the Rhône valley towards the Bernese Alps. A route of pure pleasure!

The toboggan piste runs parallel at just a few meters from the Tortin ski run – offering 3-kilometer-long slippery fun for people of all ages.

Rails, super bowls, kickers and more. In Bellwald, jump fans will find whatever their heart desires.

The fairy grotto near Saint-Maurice takes you 500 meters deep into the mountain. At the end of the illuminated galleries, an underground lake with a 50-meter-high waterfall awaits you. A journey into a mystical underworld in Valais.

In the 16th century, the architect Ulrich Ruffiner built the St. Romanus fortified church on the rock spur above Raron. Almost 500 years later, the people of Raron opened the cavernous St. Michael rock church. Together with the grave of the poet Rilke, the pair of churches are a magnet for tourists in the community in Valais.