Verbier is situated in Switzerland, but bordered by France and Italy. It is one of the largest ski areas in the Swiss Alps, and one of the most famous in the world. This wide resort is best known as one of the world’s best “off-piste” locations, and its chalet-style accommodation charms every visitor.

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Verbier is a part of the Four Valleys ski area, and the four valleys together have over 400 kilometers of ski runs, and over 90 lifts. The season runs from mid December until April, and the snow is guaranteed there – Verbier is located at 1500 m.

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Called “mountain playground”, Verbier offers something for everyone: skiers, boarders, even the off-piste and Heli-skiing are fantastic there, for beginners, intermediate or experienced adventurers. No wonder that Verbier is the host of one of the most prestigious extreme ski contest, the Xtreme Verbier.

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Beside hotels luxury ski chalets are very popular renting solution for tourists.

In the summer, the most popular activities are hiking and cycling. You can explore over 400 km of walking trails, passing through villages and over mountain peaks. The paths are well maintained, but you should nevertheless exercise caution, especially at the start of the season, because there still may be snow on the paths, and it could be dangerous for an inexperienced hiker. You can check the state of the trails and the weather forecast with the Tourist Office.

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For the cycling tours in the Alps, you should be very fit, because the roads mostly either head up or descend, even in the valleys. You might find the heat at this altitude pretty challenging, so bring the water with you.

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For the rainy days in every season, Verbier has also a lot to offer: in the Fitness Center, you can take a swim in a pool, or relax in the sauna; there are also many tennis courts, as well as the Ice Rink, and you can even take a shot with curling in the sports centre.