Anniscope EN Summer 2012

CHANDOLIN G R I M E N T Z / S T- J E A N S T- L U C Z I N A L / AY E R FROM NIOUC TO VISSOIE

ANNISCOPE SUMMER 2012

Anniviers Guide classified by towns and resorts

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CHANDOLIN 24 - 57

GRIMENTZ / ST-JEAN 58 - 85

ST-LUC 86 - 117

ZINAL / AYER 118 - 145

FROM NIOUC TO VISSOIE

Photo credits Tourist Offices : Chandolin, Grimentz, St-Luc, Zinal Adriana Claude, Christophe Spitz, Damian Cromwell, Eric Bouchet, Nicole Salamin, Patrick Zufferey, Roland Keller – www.top-news.ch, Simon Wiget Sierre-Anniviers Marketing, www.photo-genic.ch, Remontées Mécaniques d’Anniviers

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CHANDOLIN G R I M E N T Z / S T- J E A N S T- L U C Z I N A L / AY E R FROM NIOUC TO VISSOIE

CHANDOLIN +41(0)27 476 17 15 – Office du Tourisme www.chandolin.ch – chandolin@anniviers.ch +41(0)27 476 16 09

From Monday to Friday from 8am-12am / 2pm-6pm Saturday and Sunday from 8.30am-12am / 1.30pm-6pm Low season : 7/7 from 8.30am-12am / 1.30pm-5pm

Introduction

Introduction

Introduction Plan of the village

Restaurants, wine and outings

Area restaurants Mountain restaurants and snack bars Bar Shops Sports shop Food

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Lifts Hiking and mountain climbing Mountain hut Zinal mountain guide office Nature trail Wildlife observation post Be sure not to miss ...

Mountain bikes Outdoor sports Fishing Place to picnic Playground area Horseback riding

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Sports and outdoor activities

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Culture, heritage and traditions

Not to be missed

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Health, wellness and beauty

Health

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Practical information

Library and games Internet hotspot / WIFI Change / Cash withdrawals Schedule of masses Pharmacy Outlet Post office and town office

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Chandolin is popular. Without a doubt... Is it because of its altitude that allows to almost touch the sky, and making it one of the highest inhabited villages in Europe ? Is it because of its location on the edge of the pines and larches bathed in the evening by the last rays of the sun when it bows out on the horizon ? Or for that “ je ne sais quoi ” that makes Chandolin the muse of poets, the stop for travellers and a hideaway for illustrious guests ?

Speaking of this little village perched on the mountain, the small town she loved so much, Corinna Bille, wrote in her novel “ Chandolin entre deux abîmes ” ... ... “ Two thousand meters. A village clings to the slope, a little grass, a source of water for the thirsty, a forest to stop the avalanche. That’s it. The land of nothing, of emptiness. Then we find (in contrast to the easy countries where dust waits under the palm trees), that this is a land of great wealth. Here it is impossible to stop, here equilibrium is abolished, and even the sweetness is violent. To live we must walk, climb, descend and ascend. But the air is present, air that you can touch, that you see, that has form, colour and odour, that gives a new rhythm to our blood, and gives our soul a new intensity. There is more than the earth itself, for here the earth ends. ”

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Chandolin Administration / Service

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Office du Tourisme

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Administration communale

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Bibliothèque

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Commerces

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Ecole Suisse de ski

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Proxi Alimentation

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Chandolin / Jolival

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Agence imm. Immobilier-Vacances

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Boutique Service

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Chandolin Sport

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Dépôt de pharmacie

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Curiosité

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Etable en consortage

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Cave / Maison Bourgeoisiale

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Alpage (Plan Losier)

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Calvaire - Bâ de la St-Jean

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Chapelle des Daillettes

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Eglise, cimetière

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Espace Ella Maillart

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Four Banal de Chandolin

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Four à chaux

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Grand Mélèze des Armèles

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Moulin de Chandolin

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Couvert - place pique-nique

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Hôtels - cafés - restaurants

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Cabane Illhorn

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Auberge Les Choucas

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Café-Restaurant 2000 Mètres

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Gd-Hôtel Chandolin

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Hôtel-Restaurant Plampras

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Café-Rest. Le Tsapé (hors p.)

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Buvette Mayen Gourmand (hors p.)

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Restaurants, wine and outings

Area restaurants Les 2000 mètres +41(0)27 475 11 29 Now on Facebook (Page Café-Restaurant des 2000 Mètres)

Open Tuesday to Sunday from 11.30am-5pm / 6.30pm-10.30pm Low Season : open Thursday to Sunday from 11.30am 5.pm / 6.30pm-10.30pm Homemade Fondues, wood fire raclette, Valais “croûtes” served in a unique setting in the heart of the old village, in front of the Matterhorn

Le Plampras +41(0)27 475 12 68 www.hotelplampras.ch – hotelplampras@netplus.ch

Open 7/7 from 8am-11pm Specialising in meats and wood fire raclette

Mountain restaurants and snack bars Good to know The “Panoramic” dish at the Tsapé Restaurant

Buvette Mayen Gourmand - Ponchet +41(0)79 532 16 91 www.ponchet.ch – info@ponchet.ch

Round trip on ski lift + dish of the day

Open from 7 July to 19 August 2012 from 10am-7pm

Under 12 years CHF 18.- / As of 12 years CHF 28.-

Varied dishes according to the desires of individual volunteers who come and go. In August : vegetarian week

Restaurant Le Tsapé (2470 m) +41(0)27 475 67 55 www.rma.ch – tsape@funiluc.ch

Open from 23 June to 17 September 2012 from 9am-4.30pm Traditional and Valais cuisine, dish of the day, à la carte dishes, homemade desserts and chef’s specialties

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Restaurants, wine and outings

Mountain restaurants and snack bars

Sports shop

Cabane Illhorn (2147 m)

Chandolin Sport

+41(0)27 475 11 78 – +41(0)78 606 17 48 www.illhorn.com – cabaneillhorn@bluewin.ch

Open from mid-June to 5 November 2012 from 9.30-6pm The evenings by reservation Valais specialties, rösti, macaroni, mushroom dishes

Bar L’Apéro Bar-Snack au Plampras +41(0)27 475 12 68 www.hotelplampras.ch – hotelplampras@netplus.ch

Open from June to late August from 12am-8pm Pizza, hot dogs, sandwiches, ice cream. On site or take away

+41(0)27 475 17 84 www.chandolinsport.ch – chandolin-sport@netplus.ch

Open from 8.45am-12am / 2pm-6pm (or as indicated on a sign)

Food Proxi Alimentation +41(0)58 726 41 10

Open Monday to Friday from 8am-12.30pm / 2pm-7pm Saturday from 8am-7pm. Sunday from 8am-12.30pm / 2pm-6pm Low season : Open Monday to Thursday from 8am-12am Friday from 8am-12am / 3pm-6pm. Saturday from 8am-12am 3pm-5pm

Shops Boutique Service +41(0)27 475 15 42

Open 7/7 as indicated on a sign Press, gifts

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Sport and outdoor activities

Lifts

Mountain hut

Chandolin Chairlift - Le Tsapé

Cabane Illhorn (2147m)

From 23 June to 6 July 2012 Monday to Friday from 9am-9.30am / 11am-2pm / 4pm-5pm Weekends from 9am-5pm From 7 July to 26 August 2012 7/7 from 9am-5pm From 27 August to 17 September 2012 Monday to Friday from 9am-9.30am / 11am-2pm / 4pm-5pm Weekends from 9am-5pm Rates Adults Upward 10.- Downward 8.- Round trip 16.-

Seniors 9.- 7.- 14.50

Youths 8.50 6.50 13.50

Children 6.5.9.50

+41(0)27 475 11 78 - +41(0)78 606 17 48 www.illhorn.com – cabane@illhorn.com

Open from mid-June to 5 November 2012

Zinal mountain guide office +41(0)27 475 12 00 info@anniviers-montagne.ch

Open 7/7 from 1 July to 31 August 2012 from 4pm-6pm Excursion list : collective / group and private rates at : www.sierre-anniviers.ch/en/Activities/Alpine-Peaks/Summer-good-deals

Additional information at the Remontées Mécaniques Chandolin Ticket Office : +41(0)27 475 67 50 St-Luc Ticket Office : +41(0)27 476 15 50 www.rma.ch – info@funiluc.ch

Nature trail

Hiking and mountain climbing

Botanical walks

At your disposal at the Tourist Office in order to prepare your excursions :

Brochure available at the Tourist Office (French - German - English)

- Map of summer hikes in Anniviers : free - Anniviers topographic map (1 :25’000) : CHF 29.80 - Panoramic Map of Anniviers : CHF 12.80 - Panoramic Map of the Valais : CHF 7.80 - Map of the Tour of the Matterhorn (1 :50’000) : CHF 30.- Valrando maps (hiking tips in Valais) : CHF 2.-

Book for sale at a price of CHF 12.- (French - German)

22 stations located along the various trails between 2000 m and 2700 m

Wildlife observation post Wildlife Observatory

Good to know The list of hiking / excursion guides is available in the section of the Anniviers Guide classified by themes on page 31 14

On the forest road towards Pramarin, 20 minutes from the village Telescope and educational panels on site

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Sport and outdoor activities

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Outdoor sports

L’alpage de Chandolin

Archery

Production of serac, raclette cheese and tomme Opportunity to purchase these products on site

L’alpage de Ponchet +41(0)79 464 03 58 www.ponchet.ch – info@ponchet.ch

Tasting of local products, building dry stone walls, relaxation and yoga, weekly outings. A detailed program of activities is available on the website of the association

L’IIlgraben A gigantic rock field resulting from the collapse of the mountain through the effects of erosion. This pale yellow and red gash in the mountain grows each year. The Illgraben is the largest site of debris flows in Switzerland and is unique in Europe. Information at the Tourist Office

Mountain bikes At your disposal at the Tourist office, in order to prepare your excursions : - Map of mountain bike trails Anniviers Bike Explorer (1 : 40’000) : CHF 16.- « Grand Raid Discovery » mountain biking map : free

+41(0)78 601 23 18 pittet.cas@bluewin.ch

Initiation on request M. Charly Pittet

Fishing Fishing allowed : - Rivers : La Navizence, La Gougra, Le Torrent des Moulins (St-Luc to Vissoie) - Lakes : Moiry Dam, Illsee (renovation work of the dam throughout the season) - At the Lac Noir (see conditions below) Fishing prohibited : - From the mouth of the stream at Pinsec, to the retention basin in Vissoie, including the Pinsec stream (reserve) - Lac du Louché (Moiry), Lac Armina, Lac de Lona (lakes rented by private individuals) Cantonal Fishing license : Cantonal daily fishing permit Adults : CHF 30.- / Children (14 to 16 years) : CHF 23.Cantonal weekend fishing license Adults : CHF 50.- / Children (14 to 16 years) : CHF 37.50 On sale at the Grimentz Tourist Office and at the Puchotaz in Mayoux

Good to know Bike Park in St-Luc : three descent tracks and three different levels of difficulty

Additional information on www.vs.ch/scpf or contact the gamekeeper/warden for Anniviers +41(0)79 355 39 20 – Joël Florey j.florey@bluewin.ch

Complementary information on page 77

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Sport and outdoor activities

Fishing

Horseback riding

Lac Noir Fishing Licenses :

Equi-Libre

Daily permit : CHF 25.On sale at the Tourist Office, at the restaurant Le Tsapé and the hotel La Pension (St. Luc) Membership card : CHF 160.(Membership card : CHF 120.- / Stamps : CHF 20.- / Deposit for return of license : CHF 20.-) Information, membership cards and program +41(0)78 620 33 36 – Cédric Donzé www.cdonze.ch

+41(0)78 889 54 03 www.cheval-anniviers.com – damefaucon@hotmail.com

Rates Individual Family (3p.)

Promenade - 1 hour CHF 35.- CHF 30.-/person Promenade - 2 hours CHF 65.- CHF 60.-/person Promenade - 3 hours CHF 90.- CHF 85.- /person Rando Gourmande CHF 130.- CHF 120.- /person Rando Raclette (min. 3p.)

CHF 280.- /person (1 night in a Tsigère and 2 days on horseback)

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Private and individual lessons

June, July and August : fishing authorized from 5am to 10pm. September and October : from 6am to 8pm

All details of routes taken are on the site

CHF 60.-/hour

Tuesdays and Fridays are non-fishing days for all rivers

Place to picnic Above the Grand-Hôtel Picnic area with dry toilets and running water Information and reservations at the Tourist Office Rates : CHF 60.-/day

Playground area Playground at the Calvaire

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Culture, heritage and traditions

Not to be missed Espace Ella Maillart www.ellamaillart.ch – info@ellamaillart.ch

Free tour. Information at the Tourist Office Permanent exposition of a celebrity traveling-woman of Switzerland

Health, wellness and beauty

Health Good to know The Anniviers pharmacy and medical offices are based in Vissoie Additional information on page 139

Guided tour of the Mill Horizontal type mill, renovated in 2000, maintained by the Fang stream A 25min. walk to the Postal Bus stop Open every Thursday in July and August at 3pm Guided tours on request from the Société du Village +41(0)27 475 20 46 – +41(0)79 317 23 90

Guided tour of the Village On request for groups (minimum 10 people) Information at the Tourist Office

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Practical information

Library and games

Schedule of masses

Loan of books and games at the Tourist Office

Chandolin

Deposit : CHF 10.-

Every 1st, 3rd and 5th Saturday of the month at 5.30pm

Internet hotspot / WIFI

These timetables are valid until 31 August 2012. New schedules as from 1 September are available on www.paroissanniviers.ch

Pharmacy Outlet At the Tourist Office Rates : 5 minutes = CHF 1.-, 15 minutes = CHF 3.-

30 minutes = CHF 5.-, 60 minutes = CHF 8.Printing : CHF 0.20 / photocopy

Wifi Le Plampras Tourist Office

Change / Cash withdrawals Change

Chandolin Sport +41(0)27 475 17 84 www.chandolinsport.ch – chandolin-sport@netplus.ch

Ouvert de 8h45-12h / 14h-18h (or as indicated on a sign)

Good to know The Anniviers pharmacy and medical offices are based in Vissoie Additional information on page 139

Post office and town office

Chandolin / Jolival +41(0)27 475 18 66 www.jolival.ch – info@jolival.ch

Open Monday to Saturday from 8am-12am / 1pm-5pm Immobilier Vacances Location Chandolin +41(0)27 480 18 19 www.immobilier-vacances.ch – chandolin@immobilier-vacances.ch

Open Tuesday to Saturday from 9am-12am / 3pm-6pm Low season : Closed (Additional information can be obtained at the Agency in St-Luc)

Cash withdrawals Tourist Office Proxi Alimentation and Boutique Service

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Mail service at the Proxi Alimentation +41(0)58 726 41 10

Open Monday to Friday from 8am-12.30pm / 2pm-7pm Saturday from 8am-7pm. Sunday from 8am-12.30pm / 2pm-6pm Low season : Open Monday to Thursday from 8am-12am Friday from 8am-12am / 3pm-6pm. Saturday from 8am-12am 3pm-5pm

Town office Commune d’Anniviers – Bureau de Chandolin +41(0)27 475 14 62 www.anniviers.org

Open Monday from 2pm-6.30pm

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CHANDOLIN G R I M E N T Z / S T- J E A N S T- L U C Z I N A L / AY E R FROM NIOUC TO VISSOIE

Grimentz / St-Jean +41(0)27 476 17 00 www.grimentz.ch – grimentz@anniviers.ch +41(0)27 476 16 09

From Monday to Friday from 8am-6pm Saturday and Sunday from 8.30am-12am / 1.30pm-6pm Low season : 7/7 from 8.30am-12am / 1.30pm-5pm

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Introduction

Introduction

Introduction Plan of the village

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Restaurants, wine and outings

Area restaurants Mountain restaurants and snack bars Wines / Bar Shopping Sports shops Food

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Lifts Hiking and mountain climbing Mountain huts Zinal mountain guide office Nature trails Wildlife observation post Be sure not to miss ...

Mountain bikes Outdoor sports Horseback riding Fishing Climbing Via ferrata / Swimming pool and Fitness Paragliding / Places to picnic / Playground areas

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Sports and outdoor activities

Culture, heritage and traditions

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Health, wellness and beauty

Health / Physiotherapy / Other therapists Wellness and beauty

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Practical information

Library and games Internet hotspot / WIFI / Change Cash withdrawals / Waste disposal / Garage Schedule of masses / Laundry service / Baby equipment Pharmacy Outlet Post office and town office

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If you are sporty, curious and enjoy listening each time you hear people talking about local traditions and customs, if you like to imagine reliving the past when you see an old mill turning, if you like walking in cobbled streets between stone and larch houses that are hundreds of years old, do not miss the opportunity to take a walk through Grimentz.

This village is precisely the place for those who like to dream about the past.

After a good day of outdoor sports, give yourself a « culture » break. While walking along the Rue du Vieux Village, you will cross through time. You can read the history of these old family houses and barns called « raccards ». You will learn of their ancestral customs sipping a glass of « Glacier » wine straight out of the barrel. You will be amazed by the rituals that have been passed down from generation to generation, and you will see with pleasure that Grimentz is inhabited by people with a sturdy mountain character, who know how to be hospitable!

Their heritage is their pride, their jewel. They are ready and willing to share it with you, generously ...

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Administration / Service 1 Camping-car 2 Administration communale 2 Salle de gym 3 Garderie (hors p.)

4 Station essence 5 Eurorelais (hors p.)

6 Camping Ilot Bosquet (hors p.)

7 Minigolf / Multi-Sport 7 Pétanque / Trampoline

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Commerces 15 Garage Solioz 16 Solioz Electricité 17 Ecole Suisse de ski 17 Physiothérapeute Fabienne Arend 18 Frozen Action & meubles Trisconi 19 Inter. Ski School & Kids Paradise 20 Télécabine Grimentz-Bendolla 21 Déchetterie communale 22 Grimentz-Location 23 Immobilia Grimentz 24 Annimmob 25 Anniviers Immobilier

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Espace Immobilier SA Do Sports Epiney Sports Valsport Boucherie / poissonnerie, traiteur Boulangerie Salamin Supermarché "Au Marché Villageois" Supermarché "Coop" L'Atelier Coiffure Beauty Paradise Ambiance Nature Lo Pöchiniong La dè tott L'Herbière RentalPrestige SA Antonier Chalets Services Valet d'Anniviers Le Grenier

Curiosités 50 Maison Bourgeoisiale 51 Eglise 52 Caves Blanches 53 Moulin, Scierie, Four Banal 54 Pierres à Cupules (hors p.)

55 Barrage de Moiry (hors p.)

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Via Ferrata de Moiry (hors p.)

Etable communautaire Observatoire Dianniviers (hors p.)

Murs de grimpe extérieur (hors p.)

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Hôtels - cafés - restaurants 33 Oenothèque le Grenier E4 70 Hôtel-Restaurant Alpina *** C3 71 Hôtel-Restaurant Becs de Bosson ** E4 72 Hôtel-Restaurant Cristal *** B2 73 Hôtel-Restaurant Moiry ** E4 74 Hôtel-Restaurant Mélèze * D4 75 Restaurant Arlequin C3 76 Restaurant la Claire Fontaine D3 77 Restaurant Chez Florioz C2 78 Rest. d'altitude de Bendolla (hors p.)

D1 79 Café-Rest. du Lac de Moiry (hors p.) A1 79 Gite du Barrage (hors p.)

A1 80 Bar le Country C3 80 Discothèque Le Shadock C3 81 Gîte de l'Alpage du Marais (hors p.)

D1 82 Buvette l'Ecurie "Chez Etienne"(hors p.) I5 83 Auberge de la Puchotaz / Mayoux (hors p.)

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G6 85 Gite de St-Jean (hors p.)

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Restaurants, wine and outings

Area restaurants Alpina +41(0)27 476 16 16 www.alpina-grimentz.com – info@alpina-grimentz.com

Gougra – St-Jean +41(0)27 475 13 03 www.lagougra.ch – info@lagougra.ch

Open 7/7

Closed on Thursdays

Gourmet cuisine

Mountain cuisine, regional specialties and their famous fondues

Arlequin

Mélèze

+41(0)27 475 32 02 arlequin-grimentz@netplus.ch

+41(0)27 475 12 87 www.lemeleze.ch – info@lemeleze.ch

Closed on Sundays

Open 7/7

Regional dishes, choice of pasta and pizza, menus and dishes for children, bowls of ice cream and homemade desserts Pizzas to take away

French cuisine with regional specialties, crêpes, table grill, fondue Anniviarde

Becs-de-Bosson +41(0)27 475 19 79 www.becsdebosson.ch – becs-de-bosson@netplus.ch

Open 7/7 Variety of cuisine throughout the year with regional specialties, raclette made with authentic Anniviers cheese. Menus for every taste and every budget. Restaurant with the « Saveurs du Valais » label, and listed in the « Guide du Routard 2012 »

Claire-Fontaine +41(0)27 475 24 96

Open 7/7 in July and August from 11am-11pm Crêpes with regional specialties, large salads. Kitchen open at all hours. Raclette appetizer every day from 4pm-6pm

Cristal

Moiry +41(0)27 475 11 44 www.hotel-grimentz.ch – info@hotel-grimentz.ch

Open 7/7 Wood fire raclette with cheese made from Anniviers milk, natural cuisine : Anniviers game, garden vegetables, flowers and herbs from the mountains. Many vegetarian dishes and a wide selection of salads to please both the eyes and taste buds

Puchotaz – Mayoux +41(0)27 475 12 12 www.puchotaz.ch – info@puchotaz.ch

Closed on Tuesdays Valais specialties, fondue Puchotaz (seasoned meat)...

From May to October, five play areas lit at night, including 2 covered play areas are available (with drinks)

+41(0)27 475 43 06 www.cristalhotel.ch – restaurant@cristalhotel.ch

Open 7/7 5 minutes from the center. A beatiful atmosphaire and tasteful plates from here and anywhere, arranged with local products like the famous met of Herens on ardoise. Parking space and sunny terrace 32

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Restaurants, wine and outings

Mountain restaurants and snack bars

Wines

Lac de Moiry (2250 m)

Cave BBN Grimentz – Owners and wine producers

+41(0)27 475 15 48 – +41(0)79 471 80 51 www.moiryresto.ch – clems@netplus.ch

+41(0)78 601 23 58, Bernard Trombert +41(0)78 605 53 05, Nicolas Viaccoz

Open from mid-June to mid-October 7/7 from 9.15am-6pm

Wine tasting with reservation

Specialties : Moiry croûte, soup dish, salad (foie gras, and alpine cheese with gingerbread), homemade apricot and rosemary pie, génépi parfait

Œnothèque Le Grenier

House aperitif : pine bud kir. Excellent wine list Buvette du Lac de Moiry (at the foot of the glacier) : open from mid-July to late August every afternoon

Restaurant d’altitude de Bendolla (2133 m) +41(0)27 476 20 15 www.rma.ch – bendolla@bluewin.ch

Open from 23 June to 30 September, 6, 7, 13 and 14 October 2012 from 9am-4.30pm Excellent cuisine, dish of the day, à la carte dishes, grilled meats Products of the area and regional specialties. Selection of homemade desserts and a wide selection of wine from the Valais

+41(0)79 221 11 87 annivins@netplus.ch

Open from 18 July to 25 August Wednesday to Saturday from 3.30pm-8pm Tasting of wine by the glass and sale of wine to take away

Bar Country – Pub Open from 4pm-1am. Closed on Sundays Concerts, theme nights, karaoke

Buvette Ecurie « chez Etienne » (1730 m) +41(0)79 221 15 42 www.buvette-ecurie.ch – etienne.salamin@buvette-ecurie.ch

Open from 7 July to 30 September. Open in October depending on weather. Sunday : closed after midday service Etienne’s « Just like Home » !

Specialities : « rostis flambés » à la Etienne

Good to know Panorama lunch at the Bendolla Restaurant 1 round trip in the cabin/ lift + dish of the day Under 12 years of age CHF 18.- / Over 12 years old = CHF 28.-

Restaurant de l’Etable du Marais (2200 m) +41(0)27 475 14 19 – +41(0)79 424 76 75 alekubaro@bluewin.ch

Open from 23 June to 30 September 2012 from 9am-4.30pm Traditional and Valais cuisine, cheese dishes, homemade desserts and chef’s specialties. Selection of wines from the Valais Reservations recommended for lunch service Restaurant with the «Saveurs du Valais» label 34

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Restaurants, wine and outings

Shopping Ambiance Nature +41(0)27 565 33 16 – +41(0)79 219 46 72 www.ambiance-nature.ch

La dè tott +41(0)27 475 17 43 – +41(0)79 238 32 91 ladetott@bluewin.ch

Open Tuesday to Saturday from 10am-6pm

Open 7/7 from 10am-6pm

Low Season : open Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 10am-6pm

Souvenirs, gifts, decorations

Organic and gluten-free groceries, natural cosmetics, tea house, beehive products, mountain bookshop, mountain guide service, nature workshops and plenty of gift ideas

Frozen Action +41(0)27 475 26 59 – +41(0)79 574 48 84 www.frozenaction.ch – info@frozenaction.ch

Open Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday from 2.30pm-6.30pm. Friday and Saturday from 10am-12am 2.30pm-6.30pm Low Season : open Wednesday to Saturday from 3pm-6pm Gifts, decoration, photos and furnishing of chalets

Lo Pöchiniong +41(0)27 475 29 49

Opening hours displayed on the door of the shop Local products and souvenirs

Solioz Electricité +41(0)27 475 13 64 – +41(0)79 221 00 78 soliozgaby@netplus.ch

Open Monday to Friday from 8am-11am / 3pm-6pm Saturday from 9am-11am Electricity, household appliances, radio and TV

Le Grenier +41(0)79 221 11 87 annivins@netplus.ch

Open from 18 July to 25 August Wednesday to Saturday from 3.30pm-8pm Sale of local products, furniture and handicrafts

L’Herbière +41(0)79 387 85 31

July and August : open Monday to Saturday from 2pm-6pm Closed on Sundays Herbal products and mountain crafts

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Sports shops

Food

Do Sports

Butcher / Fish Monger / Catering Rond-Point Do

+41(0)27 475 17 88 www.do-sports.ch – info@do-sports.ch

Open Monday to Saturday from 8am-12am / 2pm-6.30pm Sunday from 8.30am-12am

Epiney Sports +41(0)27 475 12 42 epineysports@bluewin.ch

Open Monday to Saturday from 9am-12am / 3pm-6.30pm Closed on Sundays

Valsport +41(0)27 475 27 76 valsport@netplus.ch

Open 7/7 from 9am-12am / 2.30pm-6.30pm

+41(0)27 475 46 46

Open 7/7 from 9am-12am / 3pm-6.30pm

Boulangerie Salamin Rond-Point Do +41(0)27 475 26 01 www.boulangeriesalamin.ch – info@boulangeriesalamin.ch

Open seasonally 7/7 from 7am-12am / 3pm-6.30pm

Au Marché Villageois Supermarket +41(0)27 475 32 12 marche.villageois@netplus.ch

Open Monday to Saturday from 8am-12am / 2pm-6.30pm Open Sunday from 8 July to 16 September from 8am-12am

Coop Supermarket +41(0)27 475 16 63

Open Monday to Friday from 8am-12.15pm / 2pm-6.30pm Saturday from 8am-6.30pm. Sunday from 8am-12.15pm 4pm-6.30pm From 19 August, closed on Sundays

Valet d’Anniviers +41(0)76 712 10 50 www.valetdanniviers.com – info@valetdanniviers.com

A variety of catering services. Comprehensive menu of professionally prepared food, cooked or pre-frozen, including starters, maindishes and desserts, home delivery

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Lifts

Mountain huts

Lifts Grimentz - Bendolla

Cabane des Becs-de-Bosson (2980m)

16 and 17 June, 23 June to 30 September, 6 and 7 October, 13 and 14 October 8.15am / 9.15am / 10.15am / 10.45am / 11.15am / 11.45am / 12.15pm 12.45pm / 1.15pm / 1.45pm / 2.15pm / 3.15pm / 4.15pm / 5pm Last trip up : 4.15pm Last run : 5pm Rates Up Down Round trip

Adult 10.- 10.- 16.-

Senior 9.- 9.- 14.-

Youth 9.- 9.- 14.-

Child 6.6.9.-

Additional information at the Remontées Mécaniques de Grimentz +41(0)27 476 20 00 www.rma.ch – info@bendolla.ch

Hiking and mountain climbing

+41(0)27 281 39 40 – +41(0)79 276 50 68 www.cabanedesbecs.ch – nicki78@netplus.ch

Open from 26 June until mid-September (depending on weather conditions)

Cabane de Moiry CAS (2825m) +41(0)27 475 45 34 www.cabane-moiry.ch – cabane@cabane-moiry.ch

Open from 16 June until mid-September (depending on weather conditions)

Zinal mountain guide office +41(0)27 475 12 00 info@anniviers-montagne.ch

Open 7/7 from 1 July to 31 August 2012 from 4pm-6pm Excursion list : collective / group and private rates at :

At your disposal at the Tourist Office in order to prepare your excursions :

www.sierre-anniviers.ch/en/Activities/Alpine-Peaks/Summer-good-deals

- Map of summer hikes in Anniviers : free - Anniviers topographic map (1: 25’000) : CHF 29.80 - Panoramic Map of Anniviers : CHF 12.80 - Panoramic Map of the Valais : CHF 7.80 - Map of the Tour of the Matterhorn (1: 50’000): CHF 30.- Valrando maps (hiking tips in Valais) : CHF 2.-

Good to know The list of hiking/excursion guides is available in the section of the Anniviers Guide classified by themes on page 31

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Nature trails

Wildlife observation post

History Tour (~1h)

Mirador

Visit the old village of Grimentz in 20 strategic locations Brochure available at the Tourist Office - CHF 1.(in French - German - English - Italian - Dutch - Japanese - Spanish)

In the valley of Moiry on the road that leads to the dam Opportunity to view wildlife at a distance of up to 2 km through a telescope. Educational panels with explanations on local wildlife

Another look at Grimentz Discover Grimentz through its tales and legends Brochure available at the Tourist Office - CHF 1.(Available in French only)

Be sure not to miss ...

Geranium Trail (~30-45min)

Moiry

Based on smell and touch, the game is to find the many scents of geraniums Brochure available at the Tourist Office (French - German)

Moiry is THE essential site to visit in the summer of Grimentz : the dam (148 m high), its turquoise lake, the Via Ferrata, the glacier, the Moiry hut and many opportunities for mountain biking or walking. It is a « must to see » in Anniviers

Animal Trail (~1h) Fun and interactive, the animal trail connects Grimentz to St-Jean Brochure available at the Tourist Office (French - German)

The « pierres à cupules » (~45min) Discovery of this mysterious archeological site through a newly laid trail Brochure available at the Tourist Office (French - German)

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The Firongs grimentzards Every Friday this summer, from 4pm-7pm, the central alley of the Old Village is transformed into a village market. From the baker to the cheese maker, from mountain herbs to the various local Anniviard products, through to the wine cellars open for the occasion, the Friday Firong is the perfect opportunity to soak up local customs, meet local personalities and all the while having a good time. Each Friday, activities are organized around a different theme Program available from the Tourist Office

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Mountain bikes

Outdoor sports

At your disposal at the Tourist office, in order to prepare your excursions :

Tennis

- Map of mountain bike trails Anniviers Bike Explorer (1: 40’000) : CHF 16.- « Grand Raid Discovery » mountain biking map : free

2 tennis courts available

Good to know Mountain bikes can be rented in the sports stores of the resort

+41(0)27 475 16 84

Reception desk on site from 1 July to 31 August 2012 from 9am-12am / 1pm-10pm Outside of these dates / times, the keys to the tennis courts are available at the Tourist Office In season: CHF 20.-/hour. Off season: CHF 17.-/hour

Pétanque Above the Grimentz tennis courts Open access, material not supplied Puchotaz / Mayoux From May to October, five play areas lit at night, including 2 covered play areas are available (with drinks)

Minigolf +41(0)27 475 16 84

Above the tennis court Reception desk on site from 1 July to 31 August 2012 from 9am-12am / 1pm-10pm Outside these dates, minigolf clubs and balls are available at the Tourist Office Adults : CHF 7.- / Children : CHF 5.-

Multi-sport +41(0)27 475 16 84

Good to know Grand Raid Verbier-Nendaz-Hérémence-Grimentz THE event of the summer !

Saturday 18 August 2012 (In case of bad weather, Sunday 19 August 2012) Tent and animation at the arrival point in Grimentz For more information: www.grand-raid.ch 44

Next to the tennis courts Volleyball, handball, basketball, badminton Reception desk on site from 1 July to 31 August 2012 from 9am-12am / 1pm-10pm Outside these dates, reservations can be made at the Tourist Office In season : CHF 20.-/hour. Off season : CHF 17.-/hour G R I M E N T Z / S T- J E A N

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Sports and outdoor activities

Outdoor sports

Fishing

Trampoline

Fishing allowed : - Rivers : La Navizence, La Gougra, Le Torrent des Moulins (St-Luc to Vissoie) - Lakes : Moiry Dam, Illsee (renovation work of the dam throughout the season) - At the Lac Noir (see conditions below)

+41(0)27 475 16 84

Next to the tennis courts Reception desk on site from 1 July to 31 August 2012 from 9am-12am / 1pm-10pm Rates : CHF 5.-

Horseback riding Ranch des Fios +41(0)78 618 85 39 – Fredson Family

Les Crêts (near St-Jean, Mission-St-Jean road) Riding lessons and excursions with Allyson +41(0)78 934 86 54

Horses, foals, goats and chickens

Fishing prohibited : - From the mouth of the stream at Pinsec, to the retention basin in Vissoie, including the Pinsec stream (reserve) - Lac du Louché (Moiry), Lac Armina, Lac de Lona (lakes rented by private individuals) Cantonal Fishing license : Cantonal daily fishing permit Adults : CHF 30.- / Children (14 to 16 years) : CHF 23.Cantonal weekend fishing license Adults : CHF 50.- / Children (14 to 16 years) : CHF 37.50 On sale at the Grimentz Tourist Office and at the Puchotaz in Mayoux Additional information on www.vs.ch/scpf or contact the gamekeeper/warden for Anniviers +41(0)79 355 39 20 – Joël Florey j.florey@bluewin.ch

Lac Noir Fishing Licenses – Chandolin Daily permit CHF 25.On sale at the Tourist Office, at the restaurant Le Tsapé and the hotel La Pension (St. Luc) Membership card CHF 160.(Membership card : CHF 120.- / Stamps : CHF 20.- / Deposit for return of license : CHF 20.-) Information, membership cards and program +41(0)78 620 33 36 – Cédric Donzé www.cdonze.ch

Good to know June, July and August : fishing authorized from 5am to 10pm. September and October : from 6am to 8pm Tuesdays and Fridays are non-fishing days for all rivers 46

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Climbing

Via ferrata

« Les Crêts » Climbing site

Approach : 10 min Climbing : 1h30-2h Return : 10-30 min

300 m to the right of the two-seat chairlift Twenty 15 to 35m routes Descriptions available at the Tourist Office

Moiry Climbing site 15 min from the Cabane de Moiry Description available on the website of the Cabane de Moiry www.cabane-moiry.ch

Climbing site « Le Rocher du Barrage »

Starting altitude : 2120 m Arrival altitude : 2350 m

Rating Part 1 : D+ Part 2 : Departure : TD+ / Suite : D+ Escape : F Zip line : Only with a mountain guide The key is available at the Restaurant du Lac de Moiry New in 2011 : Monkey bridge (70m) New in 2012 : Part 2 : easy way out to the left

At the base of the Moiry Dam Description available at the Tourist Office

Free map of the Via Ferrata installations in central Valais and additional information available at the Tourist Office

Artificial climbing wall in the Ilot Bosquet

Swimming pool and Fitness

Equipped wall, free use

Interior climbing – wall Gym Reservation and key available at the Tourist Office CHF 10.- per adult and CHF 5.- per child (under 16) The amount is to be deposited in cash on site Climbing courses and information – Montagne Club Anniviers : +41(0)79 672 80 09 – Pascal Zufferey montagneclubanniviers.blogspot.com

Public pool of Grimentz +41(0)27 475 29 66

Open from 2pm-7pm. Closed on Fridays Depth : from 1m10-1m60 Dimensions : 18m x 9m Temperature : ~30° Sauna : Quantity discounts depending on the number of persons Price list available at the Tourist Office

Good to know Swimming lessons on request : Aurélie Wiget

+41(0)79 250 23 33

Fitness Rond-Point Do +41(0)27 475 17 88 www.do-sports.ch – info@do-sports.ch

Unsupervised room, not allowed for unaccompanied minors (under 15). Air conditioning, changing rooms, showers 48

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Culture, heritage and traditions

Paragliding

Not to be missed

Paragliding – Epiney Sport

Visit the village and the Maison Bourgeoisiale

+41(0)27 475 12 42 epineysports@bluewin.ch

Price for a tandem flight : CHF 150.-

Places to picnic Ilot Bosquet – Grimentz

Visit every Monday at 5pm Free tour, registration not required Visits for groups on request from the Tourist Office (20 people maximum)

Good to know « Grimentz et sa Bourgeoisie » (French only), sold at the Tourist Office CHF 30.-

Area furnished with tables, benches, fireplaces. Free use Table reservations at the Tourist Office

Le Moulin de Grimentz

Prarion – St-Jean

every Friday afternoon in July and August

Area furnished with tables, benches, a generator, WC Prices for a box : CHF 80.- / 2 boxes : CHF 150.- / 3 boxes : CHF 200.Booking and information box at the Tourist Office

Playgrounds areas Next to the tennis court – Grimentz At the place « Prarion » – St-Jean

The Grimentz mill was renovated in 1970 with the addition of a vertical water wheel in the south facade. This mill in full working order is regularly used for tourist activities and the miller runs it every Friday afternoon in July and August Sale of bags of mill flour on the spot (when the mill is open) or at the Tourist Office: CHF 10.-/per bag

Le Moulin de St-Jean In 1990 the Conseil Bourgeoisiale of St John began the first steps aimed at saving this monument of the past, located at a place called « Martinet » on the Torrent des Moulins in Vissoie. In 1991, the mill was transported without being dismantled prior to the site of «Prarion »

Good to know It is possible to make your own rye bread Information at the Tourist Office

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Health, wellness and beauty

Health Good to know The Anniviers pharmacy and medical offices are based in Vissoie Additional information on page 139

Physiotherapy Physiotherapy +41(0)79 641 91 70, Fabienne Arend arendphysio@bluewin.ch

By appointment

Other therapists Reboutologie / Massages Alain Ganioz +41(0)79 626 23 40 alainganioz@netplus.ch Rica Salamin +41(0)27 475 23 89 +41(0)78 617 81 80 – +41(0)78 658 13 46 romainsalamin@netplus.ch

By appointment

Wellness and beauty Beauty Paradise - Beauty +41(0)79 292 37 34, Marine Monard www.mybeautyparadise.ch – info@mybeautyparadise.ch

Immeuble Le Platane (opposite the petrol station) By appointment Facials, body treatments, waxing, massages, makeup

Espace Onglerie Romy +41(0)78 856 03 02, Romy Monard romy.monard@bluewin.ch

By appointment UV Gel nails, tip extension / stencils, custom decoration ; nail Art

Heidi Esthétique +41(0)78 831 06 14, Heidi Salamin www.heidi-esthetique.ch – heidisalamin@hotmail.com

Care at home. Beginning in July, reflexology Treatments until 9pm in high season Beauty treatments, massages, body scrub « Sel des Alpes », essential oils. Pedicure and manicure

Relax Institut – Mayoux +41(0)79 636 63 76, Janick Wenger

By appointment Beauty treatments, pedicure, sports and relaxing massages

Hairdresser « L’Atelier Coiffure » +41(0)27 475 14 60, Dominique Dehoul p.dehoul@netplus.ch

Open Tuesday and Thursday 2pm-6pm, Friday from 9am-12am 2pm-6pm, Saturday from 9am to 4pm

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Practical information

Library and games

Cash withdrawals

Loan of books and games at the Tourist Office

Cash withdrawals

Deposit : CHF 20.-

Raiffeisen ATM (Located between the Swiss Ski School and the Salamin bakery)

Internet hotspots / Wifi

Post Office

Internet hotspots

Waste disposal

Restaurant La Gougra / St-Jean : free Tourist Office Rates : 15 minutes = CHF 3.-, 30 minutes = CHF 5.-,

60 minutes = CHF 8.Printing : CHF 0.20 / photocopy

Wifi Hôtel-Restaurant des Becs de Bosson Hôtel-Restaurant Le Cristal Hôtel-Restaurant Le Mélèze Hôtel-Restaurant de Moiry Pub Country Gîte de St-Jean Restaurant La Gougra / St-Jean

Grimentz – « Les Devins » Behind the local firestation, on the road to Zinal

Open Tuesday from 1.30pm-3-30pm, Friday from 4pm-6pm Saturday from 7.30am-9.30am

Mayoux – « Les Tsénévèrettes » Mayoux-Vissoie road, near the Gougra factory

Open Friday from 3pm-5pm and Saturday from 10am-12am

Garage Solioz Garage

Change Change Immobilia Grimentz +41(0)27 476 17 60 www.i-g.ch – info@i-g.ch

+41(0)27 475 61 35 – +41(0)79 338 57 15 www.garagesolioz.ch – garagesolioz@bluewin.ch

Open Monday to Friday from 7.30am-12am / 1.30pm-6pm Saturday from 9am-11am Emergency car repair service 24h/24h

Open Monday to Saturday from 8.30am-12am / 2pm-6pm Post Office 0848 888 888

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Open Monday to Friday from 8am-11.15am / 2.30pm-5.30pm Saturdays from 8am-10am Between seasons : closed in the afternoon

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Schedule of masses

Pharmacy Outlet

Grimentz

Supermarché Au Marché Villageois

Every 4th Wednesday of the month at 7pm Every 1st, 3rd and 5th Saturday of the month at 7.15pm

Mayoux Every 3rd Wednesday of the month at 7pm

Pinsec

+41(0)27 475 32 12 marche.villageois@netplus.ch

Open Monday to Saturday from 8am-12am / 2pm-6.30pm Open Sunday from 8 July to 16 September from 8am-12am

Every 1st Tuesday of the month at 7pm

Good to know

St-Jean

The Anniviers pharmacy and medical offices are based in Vissoie

Every 2nd Tuesday of the month at 7pm These timetables are valid until 31 August 2012. New schedules as from 1 September are available on paroissanniviers.ch

Laundry service Grimentz Location +41(0)27 475 31 31 www.grimentz-location.ch – info@grimentz-location.ch Laundry done by the agency

Open Monday to Saturday from 9am-12am / 2pm-6pm

Immobilia Grimentz +41(0)27 476 17 60 www.i-g.ch – info@i-g.ch Self-service laundry

Open Monday to Saturday from 8.30am-12am / 2pm-6pm

Baby equipment Baby equipment for hire at the Tourist Office

Additional information on page 139

Post office and town office Post Office 0848 888 888

Open Monday to Friday from 8am-11.15am / 2.30pm-5.30pm Saturday from 8am-10am Between seasons : closed in the afternoon

Town office Commune d’Anniviers – Grimentz Office +41(0)27 476 15 82 www.anniviers.org

Open Monday from 8am-12am / 2pm-6.30pm Open Thursday from 8am-12am / 2pm-5pm Commune d’Anniviers – Mayoux Office +41(0)27 475 24 23 www.anniviers.org

Open Thursday from 2pm-6.30pm

Rental : CHF 10.- per item Deposit : CHF 50.56

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CHANDOLIN G R I M E N T Z / S T- J E A N S T- L U C Z I N A L / AY E R FROM NIOUC TO VISSOIE

S T- L U C +41(0)27 476 17 10 www.saint-luc.ch – saint-luc@anniviers.ch +41(0)27 476 16 09

From Monday to Friday from 8am-6pm Saturday and Sunday from 8.30am-12am / 1.30pm-6pm Low season : 7/7 from 8.30am-12am / 1.30pm-5pm

Introduction

Introduction

Introduction Plan of the village

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Area restaurants Mountain restaurants and snack bars Wines Bars Shops Sports shops Food

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Lifts Hiking and mountain climbing Mountain hut Zinal mountain guide office Nature trails Wildlife observation post Be sure not to miss ...

Mountain bikes / Scooters Downhill mountain biking Outdoor sports / Horseback riding Fishing Climbing / Places to picnic / Playgrounds areas

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Not to be missed

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Health Wellness and beauty

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Library and games Laundry Internet hotspot / WIFI Change / Cash withdrawals Schedule of masses Pharmacy Outlet Post office and town office

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Imagine a large balcony comfortably in the line of sight of the Matterhorn and all its impressive surroundings... Imagine this same balcony flooded with sunshine so insistent that no one could dare resist ...

Imagine a balcony on which it is allowed to escape at will and where you can let yourself be seduced by the density and energy of the surroundings, the symphony of colours and the smells of the wilderness.

Imagine that this place really exists. This balcony is St-Luc.

St-Luc is where the charm of the past mixes with the healthy excitement of life in the mountains.

St-Luc is the geographical and astronomical centre of the Valais. In St-Luc, when one walks on the Path of the Planets, one is between heaven and earth. We take in the real dimensions of our solar system, where the planets are aligned respecting the scale, magnitudes and distances. And if you are lucky enough to get a look through the telescope, you can almost touch the stars. St-Luc is all that ... and more. But instead, why not come and see for yourself ...

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Saint-Luc

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St-Luc Administration / Service 1

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Bazar du Milieu

D4

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Caveau dégustation Jean-Marie Pont

D4

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St-Luc / Location

D4

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Les Coins des Vins F. Salamin

C3

16

Boulangerie Salamin

D4

40

Observatoir F.X.B. (hors p.)

G3

D4

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Bike-Park St-Luc (hors p.)

G3

Office du Tourisme

C3

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Blanchisserie La Lavandière

1

Administration communale

C3

18

Kaufmann Immobilier

D4

1

Cadastre

C3

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Sport 4000

D4

Hôtels - cafés - restaurants

1

Maison communale

C3

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Immobilier Vacances+ AFIM

C3

15

Bar à vin le Tir Bouchon

D4

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Salle polyvalente

C3

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Ecole Suisse de Ski

C4

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Café-Restaurant de La Poste

B2

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Salle du Conseil

C3

20

Steve Schmidt-paysagiste

C3

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Hôtel-Restaurant Bella Tola

C3

2

Etable communautaire

F6

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Hôtel-Restaurant Le Beausite

B3

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Maison Bourgeoisiale, Four banal

D4

Curiosité

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Hôtel-Restaurant La Pension

D4

4

Garderie

D4

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Ancienne Forge, local du feu

D4

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Pension La Fougère

C4

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Bancomat

C3

30

Stellarium

D4

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Hôtel du Cervin / Intersoc

D4

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Triage forestier

G6

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Centre de Loisirs du Prilett

J5

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Eglise, cimetière

D4

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Restaurant-Gîte du Prilett

J5

Commerces

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Alimentation Achelli

C3

33

Les Moulins

G6

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Pub l'Azimut

C3

10

Salon de coiffure "Raymonde Coiffure"

B2

34

Gare du Funiculaire St-Luc - Tignousa

F4

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Restaurant Tignousa (hors p.)

G3

11

Bazar du Mazot

C4

35

Lavoir

D4

60

Cabane Bella Tola (hors p.)

G3

12

Chabloz Sports

B2

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Galerie du Raccard

D4

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Hôtel du Weisshorn (hors p.)

G3

13

La Maison d'Angélique

C4

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Raccard du Tsamplan

F6

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Route principale Route

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Area restaurants Le Beausite +41(0)27 475 15 86 www.lebeausite.ch – lebeausite@netplus.ch

Café-Restaurant de la Poste +41(0)27 475 15 08 www.poste-st-luc.ch – cafepostestluc@netplus.ch

Open 7/7

Open 7/7

Traditional cuisine, local dishes and seasonal specialties Various exhibitions throughout the year

Quality Kitchen, Ox-Charbonnade, meat of hot stone, fondue chinoise Anniviarde, fine food of the Valley. Every mid-day, « tart flambée » and every thursday « evening moules-frites » on July and August

Bella Tola +41(0)27 475 14 44 www.bellatola.ch – bellatola@bluewin.ch

Open 7/7 Veranda Restaurant « Chez Ida » : classic cuisine that showcases mountain plants « Tzambron » Restaurant : Valais specialties, fondue, raclette

La Fougère +41(0)27 475 11 76

Gîte du Prilett’ +41(0)27 475 11 55 www.prilet.ch – info@prilet.ch

Open 7/7 Cheese chalet, raclette with Anniviers cheese every night, traditional dishes of the Valais, our specialties (home-made pot-au-feu, polenta lasagna, gratin d’Alpage, macaroni of the Mayen) and the seasonal favorites of the chef

Open 7/7 Rustic and traditional cuisine

La Pension +41(0)27 475 11 28 www.lapension.ch – lapension@netplus.ch

Open 7/7 Fine and generous cuisine. Tartar cut with a knife New : the Pizza Hut (pizzas to take home or to enjoy at the pub or restaurant - every week a new pizza)

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Restaurants, wine and outings

Mountain restaurants and snack bars

Wines

Restaurant Tignousa (2180 m)

Wine Tasting Caveau

+41(0)27 476 15 15 www.rma.ch – tignousa@funiluc.ch

Open from 26 May to 4 November 2012, from 8.30am-4.45pm Traditional and Valais, dishes of the day, à la carte dishes, homemade desserts and chef’s specialties

Cabane Bella Tola (2340 m) +41(0)27 475 15 37 www.rma.ch – cabane@funiluc.ch

Open from 16 June to 23 September 2012 Cheese specialities : Cheese tartiflettes made with Anniviers cheese, croûtes, rösti, fondues. À la carte dishes, house burger, penne de la cabane, pies and cakes

Hôtel Weisshorn (2337 m) +41(0)27 475 11 06 www.weisshorn.ch – info@weisshorn.ch

Open from 9 June to 13 October 2012 from 8am-11pm Traditional cuisine, blueberry pie ...

Jean-Marie Pont, Chalet Margueron A, Chemin Fond-Villa +41(0)79 262 02 43 www.jmpont.ch – cave@jmpont.ch

Open Thursdays 2 and 9 August 2012, from 4.30pm-7.30pm Wine tasting as of four people on request

Le Coin des Vins Francis Salamin, owner & wine producer, in front of the Bazar du Milieu +41(0)78 607 72 94 francis.salamin@netplus.ch

Open on weekends in August from 4.30pm-6.30pm More detailed information on the outside panel

« Servins » vinotheque at the Achelli supermarket +41(0)27 565 51 00 – +41(0)79 220 36 22 www.achelli.ch – info@achelli.ch

Open 7/7 from 8am-12am / 2pm-6.30pm Low season : closed on Thursdays afternoon and on Sundays afternoon. Saturday closed at 5.30pm

Bars Good to know Panorama dish at the Tignousa Restaurant 1 round trip on the funicular + one dish of the day Under 12 years of age : CHF 18.- / over 12 : CHF 28.-

Azimut – Pub +41(0)27 475 33 95 steveschmidt@bluewin.ch

Open Monday to Thursday from 5pm-12pm Friday and Saturday from 5pm-1am. Closed on Sundays Regular events, concerts, karaoke

The Ubac – Bar (Hôtel La Fougère) +41(0)27 475 11 76

Open 7/7 from 8pm-1am

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Restaurants, wine and outings

Shops

Food

Bazar du Mazot

Achelli Supermarket

+41(0)27 475 29 81 bazardumazot@netplus.ch

Open 7/7 from 8.30am-12am / 2.30pm-6.30pm Souvenirs, books, newspapers, decorations, gifts, medicine

Bazar du Milieu +41(0)27 475 11 58 cklindoeil@hotmail.com

Open Monday to Saturday from 8.30am-12am / 2pm-6.30pm Sunday from 8am-12am / 3pm-6pm International press, books, souvenirs

La Maison d’Angélique +41(0)27 475 22 28

+41(0)27 565 51 00 – +41(0)79 220 36 22 www.achelli.ch – info@achelli.ch

Open 7/7 from 8am-12am / 2pm-6.30pm Low season : closed on Thursdays afternoon and on Sundays afternoon. Saturday closed at 5.30pm

Boulangerie Salamin +41(0)27 475 40 46 www.boulangeriesalamin.ch – info@boulangeriesalamin.ch

Open 7/7 season, from 7.30am-12am / 3pm-6.30pm

Boulangerie La Fougère +41(0)27 475 11 76

Open 7/7 from 7.30am

Open 7/7 from 10am-12am / 3pm-6.30pm Decoration, furniture, lamps, tableware, gifts, jewelry

Sports shops Intersport Chabloz Sports +41(0)27 475 16 18 – +41(0)79 211 37 25 www.chabloz-sports.ch – info@chabloz-sports.ch

9 July to 19 August 2012 : open 7/7 from 8.30am-12am 3pm-6pm Low Season : open Saturday, Sunday and Monday from 8.30am-12am / 3pm-6pm

Sport 4000 +41(0)27 475 13 48 www.sport4000.ch – sport4000@netplus.ch

Open 7/7 from 9am-12am / 3pm-6pm

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Lifts

Mountain hut

St-Luc - Tignousa Funicular

Cabane Bella Tola (2340m)

26 May to 6 July From Monday to Friday from 8am-5pm (every 60 minutes) Saturday and Sunday from 8am-5pm (every 30 minutes)

+41(0)27 475 15 37 www.rma.ch – cabane@funiluc.ch

Open from 16 June to 23 September 2012

7 July to 26 August 7/7 from 8am-6pm (every 30 minutes) 27 August to 4 November From Monday to Friday from 8am-5pm (every 60 minutes) Saturday and Sunday from 8am-5pm (every 30 minutes) Rates Ascent Descent round trip

Adult 10.- 8.- 16.-

Senior 9.- 7.- 14.50

Youth 8.50 6.50 13.50

Child 6.5.9.50

Additional information at the Remontées Mécaniques Chandolin Ticket Office : +41(0)27 475 67 50 St-Luc Ticket Office : +41(0)27 476 15 50 www.rma.ch – info@funiluc.ch

Hiking and mountain climbing At your disposal at the Tourist Office in order to prepare your excursions : - Map of summer hikes in Anniviers : free - Anniviers topographic map (1: 25’000) : CHF 29.80 - Panoramic Map of Anniviers : CHF 12.80 - Panoramic Map of the Valais : CHF 7.80 - Map of the Tour of the Matterhorn (1: 50’000): CHF 30.- Valrando maps (hiking tips in Valais) : CHF 2.-

Zinal mountain guide office +41(0)27 475 12 00 info@anniviers-montagne.ch

Open 7/7 from 1 July to 31 August 2012 from 4pm-6pm Excursion list : collective / group and private rates at : www.sierre-anniviers.ch/en/Activities/Alpine-Peaks/Summer-good-deals

Nature trails Lake Trail (~4h) Tignousa - Lac de Combavert - Lac de l’Armina - Lac de la Bella Tola - Cabane Bella Tola - Tignousa Information at the Tourist Office

Bread Trail (~1h) Departure : Town mill Arrival : Oven (village center) Educational panels with explanation about different cultures and traditional buildings of the time Information at the Tourist Office

Good to know The list of hiking/excursion guides is available in the section of the Anniviers Guide classified by themes on page 31

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Wildlife observation post

Be sure not to miss ...

Wildlife observatory

Planet path

Wildlife observation post below the planet « Pluton » (planet trail)

Trail on which the solar system has been reproduced on a smaller scale

Good to know Outing to observe wildlife with hunters every Wednesday morning

Departure : Tignousa Arrival : 1.5km after the hotel Weisshorn Distance : 6km Altitude difference : 500m Distance scale : 1 m = 1 Mio km Scale of celestial bodies : 1m = 100’000 km

Information available at the Tourist Office

Good to know Information book available at the tourists’ office: CHF 2.-

Francois-Xavier Bagnoud Observatory - OFXB +41(0)27 475 58 08 – +41(0)79 953 60 15 www.ofxb.ch – info@ofxb.ch

Alpage de Rouaz Production of cheese, ricotta, butter and cream Opportunity to purchase these products on site

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Mountain bikes

Downhill mountain biking

At your disposal at the Tourist office, in order to prepare your excursions :

St-Luc Bike Park

- Map of mountain bike trails Anniviers Bike Explorer (1: 40’000) : CHF 16.- « Grand Raid Discovery » mountain biking map : free

Good to know Bike location at Chabloz Sport

Park open from 9 June to 4 November 2012 The opening time of the bike park correspond the same as the funiculaire on page 72 3 fully equipped downhill trails (jumps, banked corners, wooden walkway) 3 levels (beginner, medium, hard) with more than 6km of track along the funicular line New ! « Annibike » : Accompaniment and mountain bike rental (enduro and downhill)

Scooters

+41(0)78 904 80 12 – Julien Zufferey julien@zuff.org

Downhill scooters (Arapaho and Dirt Monster) from Tignousa to St-Luc : 2.5 km downhill 26 May to 4 November 2012 Recommended minimum Age : 10 Information and all-terrain scooter rental at the office of the Funicular Rates

1 descent 1 hour 2 hours ½ day 1 day

Lifts (per person) included not-included 15.- 10.20.- 13.30.- 22.40.- 25.50.- 35.-

A helmet is mandatory. The rental of the helmet is included in the price Additional information at the Remontées Mécaniques

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Rates for the bike park (Mountain bikes)

One way up Half day (from noon) Full day

Adult 10.- 19.- 25.-

Youth Child (6-16) 8.50 6.16.- 11.22.- 15.-

Rates for the bike park (Mountain bikes) with annual subscription card or « Anniviers Liberté » card One way up 4.Half day (from noon) 12.Full day 20.6 days 50.Summer season 100.www.bikepark-stluc.ch – www.facebook.com/stluc.bikepark

Good to know

Chandolin Ticket Office : +41(0)27 475 67 50 St-Luc Ticket Office : +41(0)27 476 15 50

Ride n’Sleep : 2 days of bike + 1 night with breakfast + 2 plates of the day (drinks not inclusive) starting from CHF 90.- (on reservation)

www.rma.ch – info@funiluc.ch

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Outdoor sports

Fishing

Tennis

Fishing allowed : - Rivers : La Navizence, La Gougra, Le Torrent des Moulins (St-Luc to Vissoie) - Lakes : Moiry Dam, Illsee (renovation work of the dam throughout the season) - At the Lac Noir (see conditions below)

2 courts available at the Prilett’ CHF 20.-/ hour for one court

Pétanque Court available at the Prilett’

Multi-sport Sports field at the Place de la Clive Football, volleyball, basketball and other sports Various game accessories available from the Tourist Office

Horseback riding Equi-Libre +41(0)78 889 54 03 www.cheval-anniviers.com – damefaucon@hotmail.com

Rates Individual Family (3p.)

Promenade - 1 hour CHF 35.- CHF 30.-/person Promenade - 2 hours CHF 65.- CHF 60.-/person Promenade - 3 hours CHF 90.- CHF 85.- /person Rando Gourmande CHF 130.- CHF 120.- /person Rando Raclette (min. 3p.)

CHF 280.- /person (1 night in a Tsigère and 2 days on horseback) Private and individual lessons All details of routes taken are on the site

CHF 60.-/hour

Fishing prohibited : - From the mouth of the stream at Pinsec, to the retention basin in Vissoie, including the Pinsec stream (reserve) - Lac du Louché (Moiry), Lac Armina, Lac de Lona (lakes rented by private individuals) Cantonal Fishing license : Cantonal daily fishing permit Adults : CHF 30.- / Children (14 to 16 years) : CHF 23.Cantonal weekend fishing license Adults : CHF 50.- / Children (14 to 16 years) : CHF 37.50 On sale at the Grimentz Tourist Office and at the Puchotaz in Mayoux Additional information on www.vs.ch/scpf or contact the gamekeeper/warden for Anniviers +41(0)79 355 39 20 – Joël Florey j.florey@bluewin.ch

Lac Noir Fishing Licenses – Chandolin Daily permit CHF 25.On sale at the Tourist Office, at the restaurant Le Tsapé and the hotel La Pension (St. Luc) Membership card CHF 160.(Membership card : CHF 120.- / Stamps : CHF 20.- / Deposit for return of license : CHF 20.-) Information, membership cards and program +41(0)78 620 33 36 – Cédric Donzé www.cdonze.ch

Good to know June, July and August : fishing authorized from 5am to 10pm. September and October : from 6am to 8pm Tuesdays and Fridays are non-fishing days for all rivers 78

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Culture, heritage and traditions

Climbing

Not to be missed

Climbing garden at Toûno (pointe Portmann)

François-Xavier Bagnoud Observatory OFXB (2200 m)

Approach walk : ~ 2h 3 routes from 30 to 50 m Degree of difficulty from 4 + to 6 Information available at the Tourist Office

+41(0)27 475 58 08 – +41(0)79 953 60 15 www.ofxb.ch – info@ofxb.ch

Observation of the sun (time : ~ 45min) Registration not necessary

Place to picnic

Adults : CHF 10.- / Children : CHF 7.- (Funicular not included)

Place to picnic at the mills

Adults : CHF 26.- / Children : CHF 19.- (Including funicular)

Playgrounds areas Playground at the Restaurant du Prilett’ With trampoline and table tennis. Reserved for clients

Playground at the Place de la Clive

Astronomical evenings (time : ~ 1.30) Mandatory registration with the Tourist Office Agenda for observation of the sun, and astronomy evenings on www.ofxb.ch

The Mills of St-Luc Visits for groups on request from Mr. Bernard Salamin +41(0)79 610 92 71

This historic eighteenth century site, restored in 1986, allows one to discover, guided by a miller, the corn mill, the cloth mill, the rye and wheat mill, the nut press and the barley mill Adult : CHF 7.- / Child (aged 10 or more) : CHF 5.-

Good to know Summer astronomy festival : « cétatoikonkoze ; allo, allo ici Saint-Luc…» From June to September: exhibitions, astronomical observation, public conferences, theatre, music and other animations Complete programme available on www.ofxb.ch or at the Tourist Office

Good to know It is possible to make your own rye bread Information at the Tourist Office

Guided tour of the Village From 9 July to 20 August 2012, every Monday at 5pm Free tour, reservations at the Tourist Office. Meet in front of the restaurant La Fougère Village visits for groups on request at the Tourist Office

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Health, wellness and beauty

Health Good to know The Anniviers pharmacy and medical offices are based in Vissoie Additional information on page 139

Wellness and beauty Hôtel Bella Tola

Practical information

Library and games Loan of books and games at the Tourist Office Deposit : CHF 20.-

Laundry Laundry « La Lavandière » +41(0)79 632 39 49 lalavandiere.weebly.com – lalavandiere@netplus.ch

Open from 9am-12am / 2pm-6.30pm Closed on Sundays

+41(0)27 475 14 44 www.bellatola.ch – bellatola@bluewin.ch

Spa « Eau des Cimes » open 7/7 from 9am-9pm Wellness area with pool, jacuzzi, sauna, steam room, three massage rooms, beauty treatments « Bien-être et saveurs » evenings - « Petite fugue » days

Hôtel Le Beausite +41(0)27 475 15 86 www.lebeausite.ch – lebeausite@netplus.ch

Internet hotspots / Wifi At the Tourist Office Rates : 15 minutes = CHF 3.-, 30 minutes = CHF 5.-,

60 minutes = CHF 8.Printing : CHF 0.20 / photocopy

Sauna available 7/7, private session by appointment

Wifi

Essential oil massages and various treatments, every Wednesday evening from 4.30pm and every Friday morning from 9am, by reservation

Gîte du Prilett’

Hairdresser « Raymonde coiffure »

Azimut Pub

Hôtel La Pension Hôtel Weisshorn

+41(0)27 475 17 33

Open Wednesday to Saturday from 9am-6pm

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Change

Pharmacy Outlet

Change

Bazar du Mazot

St-Luc / Location +41(0)27 475 25 25 www.st-luc-location.ch – info@st-luc-location.ch

Open Monday to Saturday from 8am-12am / 1pm-5pm Immobilier Vacances Location St-Luc +41(0)27 475 32 15 www.immobilier-vacances.ch – st-luc@immobilier-vacances.ch

Open Tuesday to Saturday from 9am-12am / 3pm-6pm Low season : open Tuesday to Saturday from 10am-12am / 4pm-6pm

Cash withdrawals Cash withdrawals Raiffeisen ATM (at the entrance of the Achelli supermarket)

+41(0)27 475 29 81

Open 7/7 from 8.30am-12am/2.30pm-6.30pm

Good to know The Anniviers pharmacy and medical offices are based in Vissoie Additional information on page 139

Post office and town office Post office 0848 888 888

Post Office

Open Monday to Friday from 8.15am-11.15am Saturday from 8.15am-10.15am Low season : open Monday to Saturday from 8.15am-10.15am

Schedule of masses

Town Office

Every 1st Wednesday of the month at 7pm Every 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month at 5.30pm

Commune d’Anniviers – Bureau de St-Luc +41(0)27 476 15 00 www.anniviers.org

Open Tuesday from 8am-12am / 2pm-6.30pm. Wednesdays from 2pm-6pm. Friday from 8am-12am / 2pm-5pm

These timetables are valid until 31 August 2012 New schedules as from 1 September are available on www.paroissanniviers.ch

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CHANDOLIN G R I M E N T Z / S T- J E A N S T- L U C Z I N A L / AY E R FROM NIOUC TO VISSOIE

Z I N A L / A Y E R +41(0)27 476 17 05 www.zinal.ch – zinal@anniviers.ch +41(0)27 476 16 09

From Monday to Friday from 8am-6pm Saturday and Sunday from 8.30am-12am / 1.30pm-6pm Low season : 7/7 from 8.30am-12am / 1.30pm-5pm

Introduction

Introduction

Introduction Plan of the village

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Restaurants, wine and outings

Area restaurants Mountain restaurants and snack bars / Bar Shops / Sports shops Food

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Sports and outdoor activities

Lifts Hiking and mountain climbing Mountain hut Zinal mountain guide office Nature trails Wildlife observation post Be sure not to miss ...

Mountain bikes Scooters Outdoor sports Fishing Horseback riding Climbing / Paragliding Places to picnic / Playgrounds areas

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Culture, heritage and traditions

Not to be missed

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Health, wellness and beauty

Health / Others therapists Wellness and beauty

113 114

Practical information

Library and games Internet hotspot / WIFI Change / Cash withdrawals Waste disposal / Schedule of masses / Pharmacy Outlet Laundry service Baby equipment Post office and town office

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Situated at the end of the Val d’Anniviers, in a place of calm and serenity, Zinal is a kind of ” ultimate destination “. In those magical places where you can not go any further, there is a paradoxical feeling that this is where everything begins ; a little like landing in another world. At the foot of the highest mountains of the Alps, a small village has retained the power that propels toward the heights, to make us look up in admiration. When one enters, there can be no doubt, this is the white heaven of Zinal.

Those who believe that after a week in Zinal we return to earth more tired than when we arrived are wrong. It is true rest and peace of mind that visitors find here ! When you have lived these moments, breathing in the fresh air, you know that you no longer can do without it, and that this brief pause has become required annual parenthesis.

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ZINAL Administration / Service

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Salle polyvalente

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Office du Tourisme

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Ecole suisse de ski

C2

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Bureau des guides

C2

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Poste

C2

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Minigolf

D2

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Curiosité

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10 Chapelle

D3

11 Ancienne Maison d'Habitation

D4

12 Musée Madelaine / Ayer (hors p.)

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13 Nourritures Paysannes / Ayer (hors p.)

C1

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Commerces

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Agence Germann

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Supermarché du Forum

C3

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Garderie

C3

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Salon de coiffure "Carole Naoux"

C2

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Zinal Holiday

C2

20 Instit. de beauté "C'est que du bonheur"

C2

20 Olympia Sports

C2

21 Boutique les Rochers

C2

21 Supermarché les Rochers

C2

21 Zinal Chalets

C2

22 Bazar du Centre

C2

22 Boulangerie Salamin

C2

23 Zinal Sports

C2

24 Haut Cœur du Chalet

D2

25 Cordonnerie Danier / Ayer (hors p.)

C1

26 Epicerie Vis-à-vis / Ayer (hors p.)

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Hôtels - cafés - restaurants 1

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Hôtel L'Europe ***

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40 Hôtel La Pointe de Zinal **

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41 Hôtel Le Besso ***

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42 Hôtel Le Trift *

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43 Hôtel La Poste

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44 Hôtel Les Bouquetins ***

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45 Auberge Alpina

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46 Logement de groupe Les Bondes

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46 Logement de groupe La Navizence

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47 Logement de groupe Les Liddes

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48 Relais de La Tsoucdana (hors p.)

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49 Village de vacances Reka

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50 Hôtel / Intersoc Les Diablons

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51 Pension de Pralong (hors p.)

C1

52 Restaurant La Ferme

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53 Rest. - crêperie La Versache

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54 Le Pub

D3

55 Rest. altitude Sorbois (hors p.)

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56 Restaurant le Cholaic(hors p.)

C1

57 Camping de Mission (hors p.)

C1

57 Buvette " l'Alpage" (hors p.)

C1

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Route principale Route

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Restaurants, wine and outings

Area restaurants Auberge Alpina +41(0)27 475 12 24 www.auberge-alpina.ch – info@auberge-alpina.ch

Open 7/7 from 8am-11pm Low Season : open Wednesday to Sunday from 8am-11pm Brisket of veal, tagines, beef steak, pasta, selection of croûtes (local cheese speciality)

Le Besso +41(0)27 475 31 65 www.lebesso.ch – besso@netplus.ch

Open from 10am-11pm Closed on Sunday evening, Monday and Tuesday Hotel open all day Banquet hall. Kitchen in the spirit of the moment

Les Bouquetins +41(0)27 475 25 09 www.hotelbouquetins.ch – hotelbouquetins@netplus.ch

Open 7/7 from 8am-10pm Low season : open 7/7 from 8am-11am / 5.30pm-10pm Raclette every night, melted on a wood fire, grilled meats, rösti, fondue

Le Cholaïc – Mission +41(0)27 475 31 91

Open Wednesday to Sunday from 8am. Closed on Sundays from 5pm, Monday and Tuesday all day Sophisticated cuisine and seasonal specialties of the region Cholaïc Gallery : exhibition of paintings and photographs

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Restaurants Area restaurants de la région Europe +41(0)27 475 44 04 www.europezinal.ch – info@europezinal.ch

Open 7/7 from 7.30am Traditional cuisine, typical dishes from the Valais, Zürich-style sliced veal, fillet of beef with morels, wood fired pizzas, ...

La Ferme +41(0)27 475 13 63 laferme@bluewin.ch

Open Monday to Sunday (closed on Tuesdays) from 9am-11pm Closed during the month of June Fresh home-made pasta, choice of meats on slate platters (assiettes valaisannes), croûtes, four different types of fondues

Pointe de Zinal +41(0)27 475 11 64 www.lapointedezinal.ch – pointezinal@bluewin.ch

Open 7/7 from 7am Creative seasonal cooking, traditional menu, pizza and menu for children. Specialty house beers

La Poste +41(0)27 475 11 87 www.hotelposte.ch – info@hotelposte.ch

Open Thursday to Sunday from 11am Low season : open Monday to Friday from 8.30am High and low season : service non-stop from 11.30am-9pm Valais specialties, traditional dishes according to season, raclette, 3 fondues bourguignonnes : classical, half and half, and the special « Poste » three meat dish

Le Trift +41(0)27 475 14 66 www.trift-hotel.ch – info@trift-hotel.ch

Open 7/7 from 8am-11pm Low season : inquire at the restaurant Cozy atmosphere and small brasserie menu

La Versache +41(0)27 475 11 69 www.laversache.ch – laversache@bluewin.ch

Open 7/7 Traditional, local cuisine, sweet and savoury crêpes Specialties : dried meat, house tartar cut with a knife, Gallion fondue

Relais de La Tzoucdana +41(0)27 475 12 19 – +41(0)79 400 52 31 www.tzoucdana.ch

Open from 17 May on weekends and holidays Open 7/7 as of 7 June Valais specialties, salads, beef tartar, fondues and a choice of sweets

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Mountain restaurants and snack bars

Shops

Restaurant de Sorebois (2440m)

Bazar du Centre

+41(0)27 475 13 78 www.rma.ch – stephane.tissieres@zinal.net

Open from 16 to 30 June Wednesday to Sunday from 8.15am4.45pm. Open from 1 July to 31 August 7/7 from 8.15am-4.45pm Open from 1 September to 21 October Wednesday to Sunday from 8.15am-4.45pm Varied cuisine with different menus and homemade desserts

+41(0)27 475 10 83 bazarzinal@netplus.ch

Open 7/7 all year. Open from 20 July to 20 August from 8.15am-12am / 2.30pm-6pm. Sunday from 7.30am Newspapers / magazines, books, Euromillion lottery / toys / souvenirs, hiking maps

Boutique les Rochers +41(0)27 475 14 13

Good to know

Open 7/7 from 10am-12am / 2.30pm-6pm (July and August)

Panorama lunch at the Sorebois Restaurant

Gift shop, Swiss army knives, souvenirs ...

1 round trip in the cabin/ lift + dish of the day Under 12 years of age CHF 18.- / Over 12 years old = CHF 28.-

Buvette «L’Alpaga» (Camping de Mission) +41(0)79 206 71 28 www.potentille.ch – info@potentille.ch

Open 7/7 from 7am-8pm (July and August) Open from June to September from Friday 3pm to Sunday evening

Haut Cœur du Chalet +41(0)78 754 40 50 florence17@netplus.ch

Open by appointment Decorating tips and « Mountain » fabrics, curtains

Sports shops

Bar

Olympia Sports

The Pub

Open 7/7 from 15 July to 15 August from 9am-12am / 2pm-6.30pm Low season : closed on Sundays

+41(0)79 271 97 00

Open Wednesday to Saturday from 4pm-1am Juke-box, pinball, baby-foot

+41(0)27 475 13 76 www.olympia-sports.ch – info@olympia-sports.ch

Zinal Sports +41(0)27 475 13 74 www.zinal-sports.ch – info@zinal-sports.ch

Open 7/7 from 9am-12am / 2pm-6pm

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Sports and outdoor activities

Food

Lifts

Butcher – Supermarché du Forum – Zinal

Zinal - Sorebois Cable Car

+41(0)27 475 16 06 forumzinal@netplus.ch

Open 7/7 from 7am-12am / 1.30pm-6.30pm

Boulangerie Salamin – Zinal +41(0)27 475 44 33 www.boulangeriesalamin.ch – info@boulangeriesalamin.ch

16 June to 30 June Wednesday to Sunday at 8am / 9am / 10am / 11am / 12am / 12.30 pm / 1pm / 2pm / 3pm / 4pm. Closed on Mondays and on Tuesdays 1 July to 31 August Every day at 8am / 8.30am / 9am / 9.30am / 10am / 10.30am / 11am / 11.30am / 12am / 12.30pm / 1pm / 1.30pm / 2pm / 3pm / 4pm

Open 7/7 in season from 7.30am-12am / 3pm-6.30pm

1 September to 21 October Wednesday to Sunday at 8am / 9am / 10am / 11am / 12am / 12.30pm 1pm / 2pm / 3pm / 4pm.Closed on Mondays and on Tuesdays

Vis-à-Vis Grocery – Ayer

Last Ascent : 4pm. Last run : 5pm

+41(0)27 475 10 07

Open Monday to Saturday from 8am-11.30am / 4pm-6pm Low Season : open Monday to Saturday from 8am-11.30am 5pm-6pm

Forum Supermarket – Zinal +41(0)27 475 16 06 forumzinal@netplus.ch

Open 7/7 from 7am-12am / 1.30pm-6.30pm

Rates Ascent Descent Round-trip

Adult 14.- 14.- 20.-

Senior 12.- 12.- 18.-

Youth 10.- 10.- 15.-

Child 7.7.10.-

Additional information at Ski Lifts Zinal Zinal office : +41(0)27 475 18 70 www.rma.ch – info@zinal.net

Hiking and mountain climbing

Les Rochers Supermarket – Zinal +41(0)27 475 18 61

Open 7/7 from 7.30am-12am / 2pm-6.30pm

Good to know Tourist information point at the Vis-à-Vis Grocery in Ayer

At your disposal at the Tourist Office in order to prepare your excursions : - Map of summer hikes in Anniviers : free - Anniviers topographic map (1: 25’000) : CHF 29.80 - Panoramic Map of Anniviers : CHF 12.80 - Panoramic Map of the Valais : CHF 7.80 - Map of the Tour of the Matterhorn (1: 50’000): CHF 30.- Valrando maps (hiking tips in Valais) : CHF 2.-

Good to know The list of hiking/excursion guides is available in the section of the Anniviers Guide classified by themes on page 31 100

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Mountain hut

Nature trails

Cabane du Petit Mountet (2142m)

Animal Game

+41(0)27 475 13 80 – +41(0)79 561 64 06 www.petitmountet.ch – melly-bochatay@netplus.ch

Open from 26 to 28 May 2012. 2, 3, 7 and 10 June 2012 and from 16 June to 30 September 2012

Cabane du Grand Mountet (2886m) +41(0)27 475 14 31 – +41(0)27 475 35 00 www.cas-diablerets.ch/mountet.htm

Open from late June to mid-September

Cabane de Tracuit (3256m) +41(0)27 475 15 00 – +41(0)79 201 69 09 www.tracuit.ch – cabane@tracuit.ch

Open from 10 June to mid-October

Cabane Arpitettaz (2786m) +41(0)27 475 40 28 www.arpitettaz.ch – cabane@arpitettaz.ch

Open from late June to mid-September

Cabane de Sorebois +41(0)27 475 13 78 www.rma.ch – info@zinal.net

Open from mid-June to late October

Zinal mountain guide office +41(0)27 475 12 00 info@anniviers-montagne.ch

Open 7/7 from 1 July to 31 August 2012 from 4pm-6pm Excursion list : collective / group and private rates at :

Tour the village and discover the local wildlife Documentation at the Tourist Office Available in French and German

Tree Game Tour the village and discover the trees Documentation at the Tourist Office Available in French and German

Flower Game Learn to recognize the flowers of our mountains Documentation at the Tourist Office Available in French and German

Minerals Game In search of hidden treasures of the mountain Information panels along the Navizence, on the path of the Plats de la Lée in the direction of the Copper Mine Documentation at the Tourist Office

Nature Trail Zau Zoura

– Ayer

Educational trail with information boards in the « Zau Zura » forest above the village of Ayer. A 3 km walk to discover the diversity of the forest, its fauna and flora throughout the seasons Documentation at the Tourist Office (in French only)

The 3 measured Anniviers routes 2500 m : Cuimey - la Combaz - Cuimey 5000 m : Cuimey - Mission - Cuimey 6000 m : Cuimey - Mission - Usine de Vissoie - Cuimey Measured route maps are available on www.anniviers.org under « sport and culture » Signs indicating the distance in meters and in number of steps. Photo exhibition on these roads (Anniviers places and personalities) Summer 2012 : exhibition of children’s drawings from the Centre Scolaire

www.sierre-anniviers.ch/en/Activities/Alpine-Peaks/Summer-good-deals

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Wildlife observation posts

Scooters

Wildlife observatory

Downhill scooters Sorebois (2440m) to Zinal (1670m) : 6km downhill

Post located opposite the beginning of the Plats de la Lée upstream from the Relais de la Tzoucdana

Be sure not to miss ...

Relais de La Tzoucdana +41(0)27 475 12 19 – +41(0)79 400 52 31 www.tzoucdana.ch

Open from 17 May on weekends and holidays Open 7/7 from 7 June Donkeys, goats, rabbits, ducks, parrots, and chickens on the grounds

Ranch des Fios +41(0)78 618 85 39 – Famille Fredson

Les Crêts (near St-Jean, Mission-St-Jean road)

From 16 to 30 June from Wednesday to Sunday from 8am-4pm From 1 July to 31 August 7/7 from 8am-4pm From 1 September to 21 October from Wednesday to Sunday from 8am-4pm Recommended minimum age : 10 Information and all-terrain scooter rental at the Cabin lift office Rates Adult Descent only 10.- Lift up + 1 scooter descent 20.-

Child 10.15.-

Helmets are mandatory. The helmet is included in the rental price Additional information from the Remontées Mécaniques Zinal office : +41(0)27 475 18 70 www.rma.ch – info@zinal.net

Riding lessons and walks with Allyson +41(0)78 934 86 54

Horses, foals, goats and chickens

Mountain bikes At your disposal at the Tourist office, in order to prepare your excursions : - Map of mountain bike trails Anniviers Bike Explorer (1: 40’000) : CHF 16.- « Grand Raid Discovery » mountain biking map : free

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Outdoor sports

Fishing

Tennis

Fishing allowed : - Rivers : La Navizence, La Gougra, Le Torrent des Moulins (St-Luc to Vissoie) - Lakes : Moiry Dam, Illsee (renovation work of the dam throughout the season) - At the Lac Noir (see conditions below)

2 courts available free of charge. Reservations not necessary

Football Plats de la Lée / Zinal +41(0)27 475 14 82 – Reservations : FC Zinal

Mission +41(0)79 217 54 68 – Reservations : FC Anniviers

Pétanque 2 playing areas near restaurant La Ferme 2 playing areas at Relais de la Tzoucdana

Mini-golf Free game near Les Erables (pool is closed) Clubs and balls can be collected from the Tourist Office Deposit : CHF 20.-

Multisport +41(0)27 476 15 00 – Reservation at the Commune d’Anniviers

Multipurpose room of the Forum (Salle Polyvalente)

Fishing prohibited : - From the mouth of the stream at Pinsec, to the retention basin in Vissoie, including the Pinsec stream (reserve) - Lac du Louché (Moiry), Lac Armina, Lac de Lona (lakes rented by private individuals) Cantonal Fishing license : Cantonal daily fishing permit Adults : CHF 30.- / Children (14 to 16 years) : CHF 23.Cantonal weekend fishing license Adults : CHF 50.- / Children (14 to 16 years) : CHF 37.50 On sale at the Grimentz Tourist Office and at the Puchotaz in Mayoux Additional information on www.vs.ch/scpf or contact the gamekeeper/warden for Anniviers +41(0)79 355 39 20 – Joël Florey j.florey@bluewin.ch

Lac Noir Fishing Licenses – Chandolin Daily permit CHF 25.On sale at the Tourist Office, at the restaurant Le Tsapé and the hotel La Pension (St. Luc) Membership card CHF 160.(Membership card : CHF 120.- / Stamps : CHF 20.- / Deposit for return of license : CHF 20.-) Information, membership cards and program +41(0)78 620 33 36 – Cédric Donzé www.cdonze.ch

Good to know June, July and August : fishing authorized from 5am to 10pm. September and October : from 6am to 8pm Tuesdays and Fridays are non-fishing days for all rivers 106

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Horseback riding

Climbing

Ranch des Fios

Le Rocher du Belvédère

+41(0)78 618 85 39 – Fredson Family

Les Crêts (near St-Jean, Mission-St-Jean road) Riding lessons and excursions with Allyson +41(0)78 934 86 54

Horses, foals, goats and chickens

From Zinal, follow the access trail to the Belvedere (left bank of the Navizence), then follow the winding path that rises to the starting point. It is recommended for beginners to call on a guide Information available at the Tourist Office

La paroi de la Lée Located on the right bank of the Navizence, Plats de la Lée Information available at the Tourist Office

Climbing Wall – Ayer Climbing wall in the building of the Rothorn

Paragliding Paragliding Ecole de Vol-libre Philippe Briod +41(0)79 447 35 87 www.vol-libre.ch – info@vol-libre.ch

From 28 July to 12 August 2012 Daniel Ruppen + 41(0)27 475 15 09 – +41(0)79 689 78 52 daniel.ruppen@netplus.ch

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Culture, heritage and traditions

Places to picnic

Not to be missed

Couvert les Rochers – Zinal

The Copper Mine of la Lée

2 x 25 spaces available. Free use

Remarkable testimony to the history of the mining industry in Anniviers

Good to know Places furnished with tables and benches made freely available in Zinal, Ayer, Mission and Cuimey

Possible visits from July to September Approach walk : 1.30 Visit time : 45min Take warm clothing (the temperature in the mine ranges from 3° to 10° C) Information and reservations at the Tourist Office

Playgrounds areas In the village center – Zinal Near the restaurant La Ferme

Sorebois (2440m) – Zinal New playground

In front of the Ayer church – Ayer

Mineral Game Specially dedicated to families, the game allows visitors to go to the Copper Mine while discovering the secrets of copper and other minerals from the mountains along the way Documentation available at the Tourist Office

Old peasant house (1768) – Zinal Tour every Friday in summer, registration at the Tourist Office Visits for groups on request

Cordonnerie Daniel – Ayer Always visible, on-site information on the machines and tools used by the shoemaker

House of country foods – Ayer Placed in the old butchery and dairy of the village It shows you the different steps of how slaughter a pig

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Not to be missed Madeleine Museum – Ayer Old house dating from the seventeenth century, inhabited until the 1960s, witness to the old way of life in the region Visit of the Madeleine museum and the village of Ayer for groups by reservation +41(0)79 261 63 16 – Anne-Lise Bourgeois coloritavie@hotmail.com www.annitrek.ch – info@annitrek.ch – Manu Zufferey

Historic Path in Zinal This path is an invitation to a journey through time starting from the old chapel, through the hotel area and the old village, until the first auberge Book for sale at the Tourist Office : CHF 12.Free brochure in German and English at the Tourist Office Guided tours on request

Health, wellness and beauty

Health Good to know The Anniviers pharmacy and medical offices are based in Vissoie Additional information on page 139

Other therapists Garance Institute of Kinesiology – Ayer +41(0)78 658 37 10, Anne Ruppen

By appointment Reflexology, metamorphic technology, NAET Method for desensitizing allergies

Massage – La Combaz Good to know Association of friends of old Zinal

+41(0)79 362 52 29, Marie-Noëlle Monnet mn.monnet@netplus.ch +41(0)27 475 42 49 – +41(0)78 746 30 94, Nadia Pellat

By appointment

Republication of the book « Zinal, défi à la montagne » (Claire Vianin and Bernard Crettaz) Order this book of www.zinal.ch

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Practical information

Wellness and beauty

Library and games

Beauty « C’est que du bonheur » – Zinal

Loan of books and games at the Tourist Office

+41(0)27 475 30 50 – +41(0)79 423 58 81 Anne-Brigitte Meyer-Genoud www.annifun.ch/bonheur

By appointment Care and removal of facial and body hair, celluleM6, massage oil and crème d’Elise, mud and seaweed body wrap, nail design, makeup, sauna, jacuzzi

Hairdresser « Carole Naoux » – Zinal +41(0)27 475 22 33, Carole Naoux

Deposit : CHF 20.-

Internet hotspot / WIFI Internet hotspots Hôtel Europe Bar Le Pub

WIFI

Open from July to September Tuesday to Friday from 9am12am / 2pm-6.30pm. Saturday from 8am-12am

Auberge Alpina

Open in late September on Friday from 9am-12am / 2pm6.30pm and on Saturday from 8am-12am

Hotel-Restaurant Europe

Hotel-Restaurant Les Bouquetins Hotel-Restaurant Pointe de Zinal Hotel-Restaurant La Poste Hotel-Restaurant Le Trift Restaurant de Sorebois Creperie-Restaurant La Versache

Change / Cash withdrawals Change Post Office 0848 888 888

Open Monday to Friday from 8.30am-11.30am / 3.30pm-5.30.pm Saturday from 8.30am-10.30pm Low season : open Monday to Saturday from 8.30am-10.30am Tourist Office

Cash withdrawals Raiffeisen ATM (next to the Tourist Office) Post Office

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Practical information

Waste disposal

Laundry service

Ayer « Grands Praz »

Zinal Chalets

leaving the village in the direction of Zinal, near the gravel pit

Open Tuesday from 4pm-6pm, Friday from 10am-12am, Saturday 10am-12am

Schedule of masses

+41(0)27 475 14 82 Laundry done by the agency

Agency open from Monday to Saturday 9am-12am / 2pm-6pm

Zinal Holiday +41(0)79 358 30 17 Laundry done by the agency

Ayer Every Thursday at 8am Every 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month at 7.15pm

Can be reached by phone every day from 8am-10pm

Baby equipment

Mission Every 3rd Tuesday of the month at 7pm

Zinal

Rental of baby equipment at the Tourist Office Deposit : CHF 20.- par article

Every Sunday at 5.30pm (July and August) These timetables are valid until 31 August 2012. New schedules as from 1 September are available on paroissanniviers.ch

Pharmacy Outlet Forum Supermarket +41(0)27 475 16 06 forumzinal@netplus.ch

Open 7/7 from 7am-12am / 1.30pm-6.30pm

Good to know The Anniviers pharmacy and medical offices are based in Vissoie

Post office and town office Post Office 0848 888 888

Open Monday to Friday from 8.30am-11.30am / 3.30pm-5.30pm Saturday from 8.30am-10.30am Low season : open Monday to Saturday from 8.30am-10.30am

Town office Commune d’Anniviers – Ayer Office +41(0)27 475 13 33 www.anniviers.org

Open Tuesday from 8am-12am. Wednesday from 2pm-6.30pm Thursday from 8am-12am

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CHANDOLIN G R I M E N T Z / S T- J E A N S T- L U C Z I N A L / AY E R FROM NIOUC TO VISSOIE

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Mountain bikes Outdoor sports Fishing Bungy jumping Swimming pool and Fitness Places to picnic Playground areas

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Niouc, les Pontis, Soussillon the Barmes, Fang ... strange names that titillate the curiosity and stand witness to a past full of history, a picturesque background that leaves no one indifferent. But the winter for the people who live here represents a time of rest: not a shadow of a skier, not a single lift pylon and no sports frenzy either. Just the silence of nature, which is also on its annual break. A welcome rest before the return of spring, and before the ruins, chapels, caves, and mills begin to reveal their charms to greet the lucky ones who know how to find authenticity where it is.

Vissoie … To those who believe that Vissoie is a place of passage, a simple step that can reach the Anniviers ski resorts, we propose to come and make a stop ... Located in the centre of the Val d’Anniviers, a strategic crossroads where lords made their home beginning in the 13th century,Vissoie is the medieval village of the valley. Take some time and make a stop there, go take a look at the medieval tower that reflects the ancient supremacy of the village, order a coffee on a sunny terrace and let yourself soak in the atmosphere of the place. You will soon realize that Vissoie, tucked away from the bustle of the resorts in the valley, has kept the charm of a place that must be seen.

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Vissoie Administration / Service 1 Administration communale 2 Police  3 Centre Scolaire d'Anniviers 3 Bibliothèque 4 Pistes de Pétanque Commerces 10 Supermarché PAM 11 Boulangerie Salamin 12 Carrosserie de la Vallée 12 Garage Melly / Station essence 13 Dépôt de gaz  14 Fleurs & décos 15 Quincaillerie d'Anniviers 16 Médecin - Centre Médical 16 Ostéopathe / Physiothérapeute 17 Crèche - Garderie 18 Salon de Coiffure "Expression"

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Restaurants, wine and outings

Area restaurants Café des Alpes – Vissoie +41(0)27 475 11 21

Open Monday to Saturday from 6am-7pm Sunday from 7am-1pm Daily menus and light food menu

Au Manoir d’Anniviers – Vissoie +41(0)27 475 12 20 www.aumanoir.ch – info@aumanoir.ch

Open 7/7 New : wide range of Nespresso coffees (Latte Macchiato, Iced Lattino, Cappuccino, Espresso Macchiato, ... ) 100% Valais apple juice. Traditional cuisine with regional specialties, crêpes, fish, spaghetti with crayfish, fondue au muscat. Restaurant with the «Poisson d’or» and «Saveurs du Valais» labels

Relais des Mélèzes – Vissoie +41(0)27 475 13 15 www.relais-des-melezes.ch

Closed on Sundays Kidneys flambé, tse chouc la pirra, spaghetti tsiffés ...

Relais des Pontis – Les Pontis +41(0)27 455 25 15 www.relaisdepontis.ch – b.b.borloz@gmail.com

Open from 8am-7pm. Closed on Mondays and on Tuesdays Hot meals served from 11am-6pm non-stop Fondue Bourguignonne, Steak served on slate and local specialties. Heliport (reservations recommended) rooms with panoramic views (Bed and breakfast)

Restaurant des Alpes « Chez Steak Hans » – Niouc +41(0)27 455 13 55

Closed on Sundays from 3pm. Closed on Mondays

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Wine

Shops

Carnotzet du Café des Alpes – Vissoie

Anniviers Hardware – Vissoie

+41(0)27 475 11 21

Open Monday to Saturday until 7pm. Sundays until 1pm 10 people maximum. Reservations for groups

+41(0)27 475 18 40 www.zuffelectro.ch – quincaillerie@zuffelectro.ch

Open Monday to Friday from 8am-12am / 1.30pm-6pm Saturday from 8am-12am

Imprimerie de la Vallée – Vissoie

Tea-room

+41(0)27 475 32 70 impv@bluewin.ch

Open Monday to Thursday from 8am-12am / 2.30pm-5pm

Tea-room of the Café des Alpes – Vissoie +41(0)27 475 11 21

New : on Rte to Zinal 2 Stationery items

Open Monday to Saturday from 6am-7pm Sunday from 7am-1pm Bakery and newspapers, ...

Shops Coup d’Valais – Vissoie +41(0)78 863 47 76 www.coupdvalais.ch

Open Monday to Thursday from 8am-12am / 2.30pm-5pm New : on Rte to Zinal 2 Valais t-shirts

Fleurs & décos – Vissoie +41(0)27 475 18 77

Open Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday from 9am-11.30am 3.30pm-5.30pm. Thursday and Saturday from 9am-11.30am Closed on Mondays

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Sports and outdoor activities

Food

Hiking and mountain climbing

Boucherie de la Vallée – Vissoie

At your disposal at the Tourist Office in order to prepare your excursions :

+41(0)27 475 26 22 bouchvallee@bluewin.ch

Open Monday to Friday from 7.30am-12am / 2pm-6.30pm Saturday from 7.30am-12am/2pm-5pm

Boulangerie Café des Alpes – Vissoie +41(0)27 475 27 37, Albert Salamin www.boulangeriesalamin.ch – info@boulangeriesalamin.ch

Open Monday to Saturday from 6am-7pm Sunday from 7am-1pm Bakery and newspapers

Fromagerie d’Anniviers – Vissoie +41(0)27 475 14 75, Office +41(0)27 475 12 57, Cheese www.fromagerie-anniviers.ch

Open Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5.30pm-6.30pm Saturday from 11am-12am. Closed on holidays

PAM – Vissoie +41(0)58 726 41 15

Open Monday to Friday from 7.30am-12.30pm / 2pm-7pm Saturday from 7.3am-7pm Sunday from 8am-12.30pm / 3pm-6pm Low season : open from Monday to Saturday from 7.30am12am / 2pm-6.30pm

- Map of summer hikes in Anniviers : free - Anniviers topographic map (1: 25’000) : CHF 29.80 - Panoramic Map of Anniviers : CHF 12.80 - Panoramic Map of the Valais : CHF 7.80 - Map of the Tour of the Matterhorn (1: 50’000): CHF 30.- Valrando maps (hiking tips in Valais) : CHF 2.-

Good to know The list of hiking/excursion guides is available in the section of the Anniviers Guide classified by themes on page 31

Zinal mountain guide office +41(0)27 475 12 00 info@anniviers-montagne.ch

Open 7/7 from 1 July to 31 August 2012 from 4pm-6pm Excursion list : collective / group and private rates at : www.sierre-anniviers.ch/en/Activities/Alpine-Peaks/Summer-good-deals

Salaisons d’Anniviers – Vissoie +41(0)27 475 21 21 www.salaisons-anniviers.ch – info@salaisons-anniviers.ch

Open Monday to Friday from 7.30am-12am / 1.30pm-6pm Saturday from 8am-12am

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Nature trails

Be sure not to miss ...

Historic Route « Vissoie, the story of a medieval village »

The Bisse des Sarrasins

Brochure available from the Tourist Office - CHF 1.-

Path of the chapel on the theme « Pathways to Spirituality - The Besso and the sacred mountain » As of 24 June Photos : Adriana Claude

The 3 measured Anniviers routes

+41(0)79 204 21 90, M. André Abbé www.sarrasins.ch – a.abbe@netplus.ch

Summer 2012 Bisse des Sarrasins closed from Pinsec until Vallon de Crouja due to work. Additional information in the Tourist Office or the Association du Bisse des Sarrasins

The circuit of 3 bisses +41(0)78 664 75 63, Stéphane Albasini www.montagne-evasion.ch/bisses – info@montagne-evasion.ch

2500 m : Cuimey - la Combaz - Cuimey 5000 m : Cuimey - Mission - Cuimey 6000 m : Cuimey - Mission - Usine de Vissoie - Cuimey

The circuit of three irrigation channels can be visited from May to mid-November (depending on weather conditions)

Measured route maps are available on www.anniviers.org under « sport and culture »

Reservations required. Minimum age = 8. The equipment (helmet, harness, straps, ...) is provided by the guide Children (up to 16 years of age) : CHF 60.- / Adults : CHF 120.-

Signs indicating the distance in meters and in number of steps. Photo exhibition on these roads (Anniviers places and personalities) Summer 2012 : exhibition of children’s drawings from the Centre Scolaire

The price includes the cable car from Chalais to Vercorin, coaching, equipment, crossing the bridge in Niouc on a zip line, and descent to the Navizence. Brochure available in the Tourist Office

The trail of the Knights (Old Anniviers road) Trail that connects to Vissoie to Fang (~45 min) Departure : Vissoie Dairy

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Sports and outdoor activities

Mountain bikes At your disposal at the Tourist office, in order to prepare your excursions : - Map of mountain bike trails Anniviers Bike Explorer (1: 40’000) : CHF 16.- « Grand Raid Discovery » mountain biking map : free

Good to know Mountain bikes can be rented in the sports stores of the Val d’Anniviers

Outdoor sports Pétanque Playing area near the swimming pool – Vissoie Covered court in Niouc – Niouc

Multisport Basketball court in the second courtyard of the school Free use

Fishing Fishing allowed : - Rivers : La Navizence, La Gougra, Le Torrent des Moulins (St-Luc to Vissoie) - Lakes : Moiry Dam, Illsee (renovation work of the dam throughout the season) - At the Lac Noir (see conditions below) Fishing prohibited : - From the mouth of the stream at Pinsec, to the retention basin in Vissoie, including the Pinsec stream (reserve) - Lac du Louché (Moiry), Lac Armina, Lac de Lona (lakes rented by private individuals) Cantonal Fishing license : Cantonal daily fishing permit Adults : CHF 30.- / Children (14 to 16 years) : CHF 23.Cantonal weekend fishing license Adults : CHF 50.- / Children (14 to 16 years) : CHF 37.50 On sale at the Grimentz Tourist Office and at the Puchotaz in Mayoux Additional information on www.vs.ch/scpf or contact the gamekeeper/warden for Anniviers +41(0)79 355 39 20 – Joël Florey j.florey@bluewin.ch

Lac Noir Fishing Licenses – Chandolin Daily permit CHF 25.On sale at the Tourist Office, at the restaurant Le Tsapé and the hotel La Pension (St. Luc) Membership card CHF 160.(Membership card : CHF 120.- / Stamps : CHF 20.- / Deposit for return of license : CHF 20.-) Information, membership cards and program +41(0)78 620 33 36 – Cédric Donzé www.cdonze.ch

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Sports and outdoor activities

Bungy jumping

Places to picnic

Bungy Niouc – Niouc

Covered – Niouc

+41(0)79 447 28 00 www.bungyniouc.com – bungy.ch@gmail.com

Open on weekends from 11am-6pm as of 31 March 15 July to 15 August : open 7/7 (except Mondays) from 11am-6pm. From 15 August to 31 October : open on weekends from 11am-6pm

www.niouc.ch – reservations

Leaving Niouc, follow the main road to Vissoie, fork to the left and take a small road leading to the covered picnic area Fireplace, wood stove, « marmite romaine », 13 tables and 2 toilets. Two pétanque game areas available. Sufficient parking spaces available

190 meters of pure adrenalin

Rental : CHF 200.-

Activity : Bungy jump of 190m from a suspension bridge, 200m long zip line, picnic spots

Place des Fêtes – Vissoie +41(0)79 705 44 57– reservations, Céline Genoud

Swimming pool and Fitness

The tables at the end of the square are available for free

Outdoor pool – Vissoie

Covered – Fang

+41(0)27 475 30 60

Open 7/7 from 23 June to 26 August 2012 from 10am-6pm (weather permitting) Heated pool with children’s pool, large lawn, play area Canteen, drinks, ice cream, snack

Fitness Club of the Forge

Rental : CHF 100.-. Toilets, tables, benches and fireplace available

– Niouc

+41(0)27 455 01 15 – +41(0)79 216 84 07 www.fitnesslaforge.ch – fitnesslaforge@netplus.ch

1 September to 1 July : open Monday from 6pm-9pm. Wednesday from 6pm-9pm. Thursday from 12am-3pm. Friday from 6pm-9pm Sunday from 9am-12am. Closed on Tuesdays and on Saturdays

+41(0)78 606 14 16

Covered area outside the school in Fang. Free use Rental of two rooms for school groups is possible Rental : CHF 150.-/jour

Ranch – Vissoie Covered picnic area, located after the catchbasin on the road to the Step (~ 150m.)

Free use

1 July to 1 September : open Mondays from 6pm-9pm. Wednesday from 6pm-9pm. Thursday from 12am-3pm. Closed on Tuesdays, Fridays (except for registered classes) on Saturdays and on Sundays

Playground areas

Fitness – Vissoie

Playground next to the outdoor pool – Vissoie Playground – Niouc

+41(0)27 475 22 11, Stéphanie Guex-Spitz

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Culture, heritage and traditions

Health, wellness and beauty

Not to be missed

Health and emergencies

Guided visit of the village of Vissoie – Fang

Dr. med. Caloz Jean-Marc – Vissoie

+41(0)27 395 35 85 +41(0)79 548 41 74, Yvonne Jollien www.fang.ch – yv.jollien@bluewin.ch

Visit and historical commentary for groups on request Snacks available at the end of the visit Visit the ruins of the villages of Fang and Pontis also possible on request

+41(0)27 475 26 66

Receives by appointment

Drs. Andenmatten-Zufferey Franziska and Zufferey Stéphane – Vissoie +41(0)27 475 47 07

Receives by appointment

Musée des Patoisants – Vissoie +41(0)79 665 11 91, Anne-Lise Melly

Visits for groups on request

Cultural Association of the Tour d’Anniviers – Vissoie +41(0)79 403 63 92 wwww.touranniviers.ch – info@touranniviers.ch

From 24 June, exhibition on the theme « Pathways of identity, heritage and creations » Calendar of exhibitions, theaters and various shows on the site

Pharmacy Pharmacy Anniviers – Vissoie +41(0)27 475 22 22 www.pharmanniviers.ch – pharmanniviers@ovan.ch

July and August : open Monday to Friday from 8.30am-12am 2pm-6.30pm. Saturday from 8.30am-12am / 2pm-5pm Off Season : open Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday from 8.30am-12am / 2pm-6.30pm. Thursday and Saturday from 8.30am-12am

Good to know For emergency medical supplies / medicine out of opening hours please call : +41(0)79 223 54 68

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Health, wellness and beauty

Practical information

Physiotherapy and osteopathy

Library

Osteopathy Mélanie Chérifi – Vissoie

Public Library of the School Centre of Anniviers

+41(0)79 314 01 80

Receives by appointment

Physiotherapy Stéphanie Guex Spitz – Vissoie +41(0)27 475 22 11

Receives by appointment

Wellness and beauty Oliana Beauty – Vissoie +41(0)79 235 16 90, Chantal Winkler

Receives by appointment

Hairdresser « Expression » – Vissoie +41(0)27 475 44 80

Open Wednesday to Saturday

+41(0)27 475 24 21 bibliotheque@ecoleanniviers.ch

Open from 20 August 2012, on Tuesday and Friday from 4pm-7pm

Change / Cash withdrawals Cantonal Bank + ATM – Vissoie +41(0)27 475 10 27

Open Monday to Friday from 8.30-12am / 3.30pm-6pm Saturday from 8.30am-12am

Raiffeisen Bank + ATM – Vissoie +41(0)27 475 11 59

Open Monday to Friday from 8.30am-12am / 1.30pm-5pm

Post Office + Postomat – Vissoie 0848 888 888

Open Monday to Friday from 8am-11.15am/2.30pm-5.15pm Saturday from 9am-11am

Waste disposal Niouc At the « Tsaté » - above the village, near water pipes Open Friday from 5pm-6.30pm and Saturdays from 10am-12am

Vissoie At « Les Landoux » - near the camping ground Open Friday from 1.30pm-3.30pm. Saturday from 1pm-3pm

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Practical information

Garage

Post office and town office

Melly garage – Vissoie

Post Office – Vissoie

+41(0)27 475 26 65 – +41(0)79 219 31 65 garagemelly@bluewin.ch

Open Monday to Friday from 7.30am-12am / 1.30pm-5.30pm Emergency car repair service 24h/24h

Open Monday to Friday from 8am-11.15am / 2.30pm-5.15pm Saturday from 9am-11am

Town office Commune d’Anniviers – Vissoie Office

Schedule of masses

+41(0)27 475 14 53 www.anniviers.org

Open Tuesday from 2pm-6.30pm

Fang Every 2nd Wednesday of the month at 7pm

Niouc Every 4th Tuesday of the month at 7pm

Vissoie Every Friday at 7pm Every Sunday at 10am These timetables are valid until 31 August 2012. New schedules as from 1 September are available on paroissanniviers.ch

Pharmacy Pharmacie d’Anniviers – Vissoie +41(0)27 475 22 22 www.pharmanniviers.ch – pharmanniviers@ovan.ch

July and August : open Monday to Friday from 8.30m-12am 2pm-6.30pm. Saturday from 8.30am-12am / 2pm-5pm Off Season : open Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday from 8.30am-12am / 2pm-6.30.pm. Thursday and Saturday from 8.30am-12am

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CHANDOLIN GRIMENTZ S T- L U C SIERRE VERCORIN ZINAL

Young parents pub anniviers libertĂŠ

transferable

pass

anniviers-liberte.ch

More than 20 free activities, buses & lifts between June and October

From CHF

279.-/Pers.

*

Special deal for Dad + Mum + Baby Get 1 skipass + 1 pedestrian pass, transferables 7 nights + 5 days Ski pass + Pedestrian pass CHF 836.-

+41 848 848 027 www.sierre-anniviers.ch/youngparents * Prices are approximate Winter 2011-2012 and subject to change.