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Breathtaking walks |
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Discover some exceptional fauna and flora around Zinal and Ayer, along over than 300 km of footpaths, some fairly easy and accessible with prams, others somehow steeper.
Private and group guided climbs for those who wish to reach the most beautiful Alps summits.
A break before going further up, a night near the stars, or a stop before going back down……. Zinal also has its cabins : Petit-Mountet (2'142 m.), Arpitettaz (2'786 m.), Grand-Mountet (2'886 m.) and Tracuit (3'256 m.). |
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The Copper Mine |
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A great example of the history of the mining industry in the Anniviers valley, the La Lée Copper Mine takes you into the heart of the history of men and copper and in the captivating adventure of mining in the Alps.
In the mine many didactic pannels give information on the miners, their work and explain how Alps were born.
Come and discover the Mine during our Copper day which will take place on saturday the 1st september 2007. At this occasion, free guided visits in French, German, English or Italian will be available during all day. |
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The five 4000 race |
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Sierre-Zinal |
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The five 4000 is THE mountain race. You’ll understand why when you see the runners passing the finishing line or even better, when you pass it yourself.
The Sierre-Zinal race offers a new dimension in mountain racing – in fact along this race itinerary only the infinitely big exists.... and you will be never the same ! Sierre-Zinal; come and live this experience. |
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The ‘Zau Zoura’ Nature Trail |
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Literally ‘sworn forest’ in local dialect |
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« There is a book open to all eyes, it is the one of nature » J-J. Rousseau.
Educational footpath situated in the ‘Zau Zoura’ forest uphill from the village of Ayer. A pleasant 3 km (1 to 3 hours) walk, discovering the rich diversity of the forest and its fauna and flora through the seasons. Along the path there is an observation post, which will allow you to observe the animals that have chosen this forest to live in. |
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