Top Things to do in Canton of Valais
Things to do in Canton of Valais, Swiss Alps: The Best Ski & Snow Tours
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. My Skischool Zermatt
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5.0 based on 27 reviews
2. Alternaski
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5.0 based on 5 reviews
Fully qualified (Brevet Fédéral), I’m teaching skiing for the last 18 years. I worked in Canada, New Zealand, Switzerland. I love skiing and I like to share it, it makes my day to see people having as much fun as I do up in the mountains away from the daily stress. Everyone is unique therefore I adapt my teaching and approach to the needs of the learner, it’s all about having fun in a safe environment. Come have some fun!
3. Fresh Tracks
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5.0 based on 11 reviews
Fresh Tracks was created for snowboarders wanting to go steeper, deeper and further into the backcountry. We specialize in off piste lessons from beginner to experienced riders. We offer private coaching, guiding and avalanche training throughout the season. We also accept mixed groups of skiers and boarders or skier only groups for guiding or avalanche training.
4. Neige Aventure School & Sport Shop
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5.0 based on 108 reviews
Reviewed By alexhZ3534HI
Customer service is excellent. They are quick to respond, efficient and flexible (a rarity among the various ski schools that we have used in Switzerland and France). Ski instructor has been very professional, able to teach new skills to a group of 8-yr old girls while still making it a fun vacation. Instructor was also able to teach my daughter how to overcome her fear of steeper slopes.
5. Family Skiing Zermatt
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5.0 based on 36 reviews
Ski School in Zermatt. Small team of professional ski instructors will make your ski holidays safe and fun.
Reviewed By Pathfinder725143 - Cork, Ireland
We booked Janna with only 12 hours notice and we had the most wonderful time. Janna knows Zermatt and all of the ski runs really well and she went to extreme lengths to make sure we not only had the best possible skiying but she also took us to all of the must see points without compromising our ski time. We were a group of 4 3 skiers from starter to intermediate and one who was not skiying at all. Janna catered for all 4 of us in a way that we all got the most possible out of the time she spent with us. Start and finish times were moved to accomodate in any way we wanted. I would have to say we stumbled on Family Skiying by accident but what a luck for us. I will be back alone in March and will not go out any day without Janna. She knows the slopes so well and makes everything work to your ability . Thanks Janna for a wonderful time.
6. Alpine Ski School
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5.0 based on 616 reviews
Ski & snowboard lessons in one of the most popular resort in Europe, Zermatt. We bring to you a team of highly qualified and passionate instructors whom can teach in over ten languages...
Reviewed By BecKontos
I decided to switch from snowboarding to skiing and took 4 half-day private lessons. Dido was beyond awesome!!!! By the fourth day I extended to a full day and Dido took me on a tour up to the glacier and across to Italy, they were the most amazing runs!! He even booked us lunch at a beautiful Italian restaurant (Chateau Étoiles). After 3 years of group lessons for snowboarding at a different resort and being on my butt most of the time I can’t believe how fast I progressed with private lessons....well worth the money!! 1.5hours into the first lesson we were already off the training area. Communication was fast and very easy via text with Riccardo. Dido was a great teacher, very knowledgeable and passionate. Would definitely recommend and hopefully return one day!!
7. Alpine Exposure
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5.0 based on 70 reviews
Whether you are a family visiting Zermatt for the first time or an expert in search of powder, we can help make your vacation an unforgettable experience. We know Zermatt inside and out so we'll be ready to show you the best places to ski or snowboard while also avoiding the crowds. We'll make recommendations for an ideal lunch on the mountain and when the day is over, we'll be sure to point out the most popular places for après ski or simply accompany you back to the village for some well deserved relaxation. The experience is first class and is frequently cited as one of the main reasons why our guests come back time and again.
Reviewed By matthewclarkw - Moraga, United States
Our family of five had an incredible few days with Dave. He was super professional and showed our family the mountain the first day and then tired us out off piste on our last.He made reservations for us at all the great on mountain lunch spots and offered up any help that we needed.My only regret was we didn’t connect earlier during the planning stage of our trip.We will definitely be calling Dave ( the Californian) to help us arrange our next trip to Zermatt!Five stars all the way.
8. Matterhorn Diamonds Ski School
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5.0 based on 109 reviews
Our objective is to ensure you have the perfect holiday. Our instructors are internationally qualified and each have many years' experience in Zermatt. We only offer private tuition because we believe one to one lessons are the best way to improve. We'll show you the quiet runs, powder bowls and sunny restaurant terraces where memories are made. Our ski school offers lessons, performance clinics, and general activities in the outdoors! We look forward to meeting you.
Reviewed By CKCS1205
We used Matterhorn Diamonds for the first time this year having skied with other ski schools in Zermatt for the past 10 years.Matterhorn Diamonds were truly outstanding. From the prompt and helpful communications from Rowena to the excellent instructors, Alex and Guy, we couldn't have asked for more. Alex and Guy were super knowledgable, accommodating and fun. We had a great week with them and will definitely use Matterhorn Diamonds again. Strongly recommend.
9. Cherries Walks
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5.0 based on 53 reviews
Hi I am a Swiss-Americano Mountain Leader. I take people on walking tours (with snowshoes in the winter) all over the European Alps. I am based in Verbier Switzerland and do a lot of guiding here, but I love to discover new places and am fascinated by flora and nature. Let's plan a trip together!
10. Beat Habegger Ski & Fat Bike Zermatt
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5.0 based on 4 reviews
The passion for skiing took me to Zermatt! I'm riding a mountain bike since I was a little boy. To teach and share this passion for both sports is more than a privilege! Fully certified Swiss Ski Instructor & Swiss Mountain Bike Guide.
