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The Alps After the Snow

The Alps do not lose any of their majestylessons in an outdoor paddock. This is a
when the snow is gone and there is much moregreat way to enjoy the alpine views. With an
to Verbier than just wintersports. There are18-hole approach and an 18-hole par 70 golf
over 400 kilometres of well-tended footpaths,course, there is plenty of opportunity for
allowing visitors to explore the mountains ingolfing enthusiasts to indulge their passion.
summertime. Difficulty varies with the path
you choose, so be sure to select the rightHave some fun in the tree tops; this is a
one, then all you need worry about is takinggreat one for kids and the young at heart.
in the stunning view. Climbers of all levelsRopes are built into the trees at Médran
will find a route to challenge them, enhancedoffering you the chance to scramble along
by beautiful views of the Rhône Valley.monkey-style. An annual music extravaganza
The Pierre Avoi sector has a number of routesstaged by Verbier Festival and Academy. This
and a dramatic setting, while the Val deis your chance to experience an innovative
Bagnes sector - a favourite schooling groundcelebration of young artistic talent as
- boasts the pretty villages of Le Bourrot,Fest'off stages daily free concerts and
Le Tsè des Barmes, Les Boutzes du Pleureurperformances around Verbier. Expect an
and  Les  Minis  Boutzeseclectic mix, as the festival aims to
showcase the talent of a wide range of
Adrenaline-junkies can make their way downmusicians. Bring on the jazz, the classical
steep mountain riverbeds, walking andand the folk, and for a natural twist, enjoy
swimming their way through rock pools andit outdoors, as Fest'off organises cultural
abseiling down mountainsides. Take guidedwalks for the more energetic. The hills
treks into the mountains on horseback orreally are alive with the sound of music!



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