Sentier viticole / Wine trail

Allow enough time when planning the hike to visit the two sites of the Valais Wine Museum at the start and end of the hike.

The first section of the path leads through the Raspille Gorge, set in a unique landscape. The path then leads through the wine village of Veyras, which has attracted writers and artists like Rainer Maria Rilke for a long time.

A little before, be sure to make a small stop at the "Chivirau" plot. Here the diversity of Valais wines is grown in a single plot. You are welcome to taste and compare the grapes of the different wine varieties.

The last section of the path leads through the heights of Sierre and its surroundings, crossing the wine village of Muraz and showing the traditional gatehouses built by nomadic winemakers. At the end of the walk, Château de Villa offers the opportunity to discover the diversity and taste the exceptional quality of Valais wines.

We recommend:

Good footwear Weather-dependent clothing: always bring a waterproof vest Headwear Sunscreen Water bottle Picnic Camera Binoculars (optional) Walking sticks (optional) Printout of the hiking trail (click "Print" to download)

For certain hikes:

Swimsuit

The mountains, a place of joy for sharing and respect. The mountain world is a place to meet and experience unforgettable moments together – whether by bike or on foot. So that all users can benefit from it, it is essential to share this space with respect for nature and agriculture. Respectful behavior makes it possible for everyone to carry out their leisure activities under the best conditions. Inform yourself about recommendations and rules. Assess your own abilities and fitness well. Using the various routes is fundamentally at your own risk.

For all hikes:

Carry a map with you. Download the complete description of the hiking trail with a large-scale map by clicking "Print" at the top right of the page. Use only marked hiking trails and observe all signposts and instructions – for your own safety, to protect grazing animals, and out of respect for wildlife. Close gates after passing through. Be considerate of other trail users, plants, and animals.

For mountain hikes:

Carry additional sunscreen. UV rays can be very strong at high altitudes, even in cloudy weather. Plan your hike carefully: take into account the required fitness level of all participants, weather forecasts, and seasonal dependencies. Weather conditions can change very quickly and without warning in the mountains. Appropriate clothing and sufficient provisions (food and drink) are very important. In unstable weather, it is better to turn back early.

For high alpine hikes:

Inform your family about your hiking route. If possible, avoid being alone. Do not go onto glaciers without a mountain guide. Observe warning signals indicating dangers at riverbanks, along watercourses below dams and reservoirs: water levels can rise quickly and without warning.

Being out and about correctly

Preparing for a hike

More information about the destination:Sierre, Salgesch & surroundings