“Everyone wants to live on top of the mountain,
but all the happiness and growth occurs while you are climbing it.”
Andy Rooney
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Dent de Lys: shooting stars from the summit
This is the ultimate hike to enjoy an after-work sunset and even a sunrise after a night of camping. Towering above the Lac Léman with views all the way to the 4000 summits in Valais, the summit will not disappoint. Be prepared for a short, but very adventurous climb...
Miroir d’Argentine: explore Patagonia for the day
Tour one of Switzerland's most famous multi-pitch climbing walls with its shimmering and smooth rock. This hike takes you through luscious forests, across river beds, to fields of perfectly cut grass. Enjoy views of the famous rock faces as well as Lake Léman and the...
Lac Noir & Schwarzhorn: a refreshing climb
This is the perfect hike for a day to unwind in the mountains surrounded by rainbow-coloured flowers, towering summits and crystal blue lakes. Leaving from Chandolin, you'll be able to challenge yourself on the first uphill to the lakes and, for those looking for an...
Grand Muveran: climbing with the ibex
If you're looking for a hike that has it all, the ascension of the Grand Muveran is not going to disappoint. This challenging hike takes you from the flowery meadows, across cold river crossings to steep switch-backs through slippery rocks. Of course, the views at the...
Dent de Valerette: panoramic Refuge
A beautiful Sunday afternoon family hike to take in the views over the Rhone Valley and be up close to the exquisite Dents du Midi. The first peak of Dent de Valerette is very accessible to all levels and for those who want a challenge, there is the possibility to...
Dents de Morcles: scrambling above the Rhone
Finally hike that small peak you're always passing by on the highway to the mountains! These very unique "teeth", located above Bex, are very distinguishable and one of them can be hiked! This hike provides the views, trails in grassy fiels, winding paths through...
Luisin : Ropes, ladders and views!
This hike is the perfect playground for climbing rocks and running ridges just in reach of the Mont Blanc Massif. It is a challenge both technically and physically, but accessible for everyone who wants to push themselves that bit further in a breathtaking...
La Haute Cime : long scramble up the tallest Dent du Midi
From lush forests and a crystal blue lake to lunar landscapes and towering cliffs, follow this windy path conquering by foot the tallest Dent du Midi, la Haute Cime. This hike is not for the fainthearted as it requires perseverance through the many vertical meters up...
Vanil Noir : Conquering Fribourg’s tallest mountain
A stunning hike in the pre-Alps of Fribourg offering a 360° view spanning from Lake Geneva to the Glacier 3000. This tour on the highest mountain of the canton of Fribourg resembles an ibex’s playground requiring as much effort as technique on steep and rocky...
Tour d’Aï : fun hike suitable to everyone
From forest trails to mountain side flowery fields and impressive ridges, this accessible hike offers stunning views of Lac Léman and the Alpes Valaisannes whilst promising a challenge for the whole group. There are multiple options to make this hike the most suitable...