Ephemeral work of art by SAYPE

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If you haven't heard of Saype yet, here's some information about the artist:

In each of his works, Saype captures the fragility of our societies and the challenges we are all called upon to meet, using the monumental frescoes he creates on grass, earth, sand and snow around the world.

His frescoes, which are destined to fade away, are designed to have an impact on people's attitudes, while respecting nature. They are painted using an eco-responsible paint made up essentially of chalk and charcoal.

Check out [Saype Instagram page](https://www.instagram.com/saype_artiste/) for a snapshot of her visits to Villars in 2022, 2023, 2024 and 2025.

### Practical information

* Free admission

* Saype's works can be viewed for between 2 and 4 weeks (until around early August), depending on the weather and grass growth.

* Venue: Grand Chamossaire

### Access and transport

1. Leave from the Roc-d'Orsay cable car and walk 30 minutes to the Grand Chamossaire (+130m) to see the work. Take the same route down via the Roc d'Orsay to return by cable car, or continue downhill to the Col-de-Bretaye.

Another option: From the Grand Chamossaire on the way down, you can also continue the Grand and Petit Chamossaire hike, which allows you to make a loop. Please note that this mountain hiking trail, which runs along a ridge, requires hikers to exercise extreme caution, have mountain experience, wear weather-resistant equipment and non-slip footwear. Hiking poles are strongly recommended.

2. Train from Villars to Col-de-Bretaye then Grand Chamossaire chairlift to admire the work without having to climb up on foot (approx. 6-minute chairlift ride).

3. Train from Villars to the Col-de-Bretaye, then a 50-minute walk to the Grand Chamossaire (+380m).

* The timetables for the Roc d'Orsay gondola lift and the Grand Chamossaire chairlift can be consulted via the links below. You will also find the train timetables.

* For all your travels, as soon as you use more than one means of transport, we advise you to buy a Day pass at CHF 34.00 (CHF 17.00 half-fare) to cover all your transport for the day. You can buy it online, from the Roc d'Orsay cable car or from Villars train station. This transport is included free of charge with the Magic Pass.