Things to do in the area in summer
Walking:
| The valleys and high passes of the Val d'herens and the Alpes Pyranees provide some of the most spectacular walking in Switzerland and Europe.
Simple but scenic walks can be had in and around Les Collons, Thyon and Heremence. More spectacular scenery can be found up around the Dixence Dam and up at the head of the Val d'herens at Arrolla. |
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There are also a number of long distance and high altitude paths within a short distance from the chalet. The most famous of which is the path that links Zermatt to Chamonix. Multi-day walks can also be easily done using a number of local high altitude bunk-houses and cabins. |
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| For further information and recommendations, check out 'Walking in the Vallais" by Kevin Reynolds ( http://books.google.co.uk/books?id=qGxf2Ng8w90C ) , which has a chapter on walking in the Val d'herens. |  |
Mountain Biking:
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The area around Chalet K2 is perfect country for mountainbiking. Details and maps of recommended mountainbike routes can be found at: http://www.thyon-region.ch/en/Activities/Summer/Bike-Moutain-Bike/ |
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River Rafting:
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The River Rhone is provides fantastic opportunities for rafting in Vallais. Grade 4+ rafting is available of the upper streteches of the Rhone and it's also tributaries. Easier grade 2+ rating is available on the Rhone around Sierre and Sion. Organised rafting trips can be arranged through http://www.swissraft.ch/ and it's base in Sierre. |
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Via Ferrata:
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Via Ferrata or 'Iron Road' provides a perfect opportunity for those that are new to mountain climbing to experience the thrill and challenge of mountain climbing but without the need for extensive training. Via Ferrata courses are available in the local area with different degrees of difficultly depending on how fit you feel. For information about the available Via Ferrata courses in Switzerland visit: http://www.viaferrata.org/nouveausite/suisse-via-ferrata/topo-via-ferrata-en-suisse-2.html For a 1 minute taster of what Via Ferrata has to offer visit: http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=-GARn-dwmck |
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Oudoor Thermal Baths:
Open all year round, a perfect way to spend a day in the summer or a great way to warm up in the winter
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Bain De Lavey (45 mins drive from chalet) Great for kids, whirlpool, waterspraysGreat for adults, relaxation cabins, hamans, polar room |
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Briggerbad (40 mins drive from chalet) Fantastic for kids, whirlpool and 180m slide.42 degree 'grotto pool' within the mountain. |
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Themal baths Saillon (25 mins from Chalet) Good local baths with sunbathing space. |
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Sightseeing: