Top Things to do in Canton of Valais
The 10 Best Tramways in Canton of Valais, Swiss Alps
At the foot of the Swiss Alps lies Valais, "the valley." This fabled region is a year-round favorite, with spectacular skiing in the winter and superb hiking in summer. The Matterhorn, the Great St. Bernard Pass and Zermatt are the stars of the area, but glaciers, lakes, mountain paths, castle-churches and a wealth of resorts also beckon. Visit L'Hospice du Grand St. Bernard to see the animals who helped the monks rescue travelers or the Fondation Pierre Gianadda, Roman ruins that now house modern art.
Restaurants in Canton of Valais
1. Matterhorn Glacier Paradise
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4.5 based on 2,393 reviews
What does an Alpine paradise look like? Probably quite like Matterhorn glacier paradise. The peak with Europe’s highest mountain station soars 3'883 metres above sea level. The peak lift takes you up to the 360º viewing platform. The view from there is like paradise. You can see an incredible 38 four-thousand-metre peaks and 14 glaciers. And a must-see in Zermatt’s glacier paradise: a real glacier palace. Up above, there is a cinema lounge, fine cuisine, superb ski slopes and a little lower, on Trockener Steg or Schwarzsee, hiking and biking trails. And on top of that many unforgettable experiences the whole year round ...
Reviewed By lowens311 - Kansas City, United States
The day that we spent at The Matterhorn Glacier paradise (and Gornergrat with our Peak to Peak pass) was prob our best in Switzerland. The views atop this mountain paradise were out of this world...the cable cars to get up there?!?! Magnificent... We loved the viewing stations, tunnel through the glacier with ice sculptures and restaurant up there. The movie area with short films about the area was also really neat, we watched them all. Some people might think this area is just for skiers, but it is not. We rode up in gondolas full of skiers, but we rode down alone and really enjoyed the views. Take your time and do the Peak to Peak ticket bundle if you can. We saved 50% because we had a Swiss Travel Pass. Getting up to the top is not cheap, but it is WORTH IT.
2. Rothorn
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4.5 based on 328 reviews
The best view of the Matterhorn The Rothorn is easily reached from Sunnegga in just 15 minutes. From here, you can see the Matterhorn from its most photogenic side. An added attraction is that you see all 38 four-thousandmetre peaks that surround Zermatt. We recommend: It is worth to get up early and enjoy the magnificent view at sunrise! A special item of interest up here is the themed hiking trail “Peak Collection” around the restaurant Rothorn. This special outdoor exhibition of 18 sculptures will connect you on an artistic level with the Alpine world of Zermatt and its many tales. Zermatt’s most beautiful mountain lake The Stellisee lake at 2,537 metres (8,323 ft) is the most-photographed lake in Zermatt. For sure, you have already marvelled yourself at a photo of the Stellisee, capturing the fascinating reflection of the Matterhorn. From Blauherd, you can reach the idyllic Stellisee in about 20 minutes. The famous flower trail also starts at Blauherd. This unique hike offers an unparalleled diversity of flowering plants. Your excursion can be ideally combined with a break at Stellisee lake or the sunrise ride.
Reviewed By Mat-Dxb - Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Nice Tour to Rothorn for a great Paraglide and Hiking experience. From Rothorn you have a great view and amazing Panorama, a sweet coffee on 3200 meters and a good hike.
3. Zermatt Bergbahnen
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4.0 based on 108 reviews
The Zermatt Bergbahnen AG is the biggest cable car company in Switzerland with an offering that attracts sports enthusiasts and holiday-makers from all over the world. As a modern employer with an exemplary record of environmental management, the company takes its responsibility towards Switzerland extremely seriously. Zermatt Bergbahnen AG now employs a workforce of around 260 and manages 200 kilometers of pistes and 32 transport facilities in the Matterhorn paradise. The company makes it possible for visitors to access the highest and most compelling tourist destinations in Europe and provides a range of attractive services and offers for athletes and visitors from all over the world.
Reviewed By littlecasper - Lausanne, Switzerland
Very good and modern instalations, no waiting time in most cases. New instalations started this year. You can go up to 3890m and then enjoy skiing down to 1600m ... Great time.
4. Telecabine De Vercorin Sa
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4.0 based on 1 reviews
5. Funiculaire SMC Sierre - Crans-Montana
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4.0 based on 1 reviews
6. Telepherique Chalais- Vercorin Sa
7. Luftseilbahn Turtmann - Unterems - Oberems (LTUO)
8. Regionalps Train Martigny - Le Chable / Orsieres
9. Vertical Alp Emosson
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5.0 based on 3 reviews
10. Funiculaire St-Luc/Chandolin SA
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5.0 based on 8 reviews
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