Etienne Bornet

Our heritage

Whether it is through local specialties, ancestral traditions or historical buildings, Nendaz has managed to preserve its rich heritage and strong identity.

Apricots

Raspberries

Hérens cows

Our local products

Nendaz boasts a rich variety of local products and traditions !

Come and explore the villages of Nendaz

Come and explore the beautiful villages of our region !

Our Commune

All you need to know about Nendaz

Le Nînd'Art

The house of culture "Le Nînd'Art" is a space of 160 m2 dedicated to the culture and heritage of Nendaz. Located in the old quarters of Haute-Nendaz, it offers numerous exhibitions and events throughout the year. A collection of photos, videos and stories are also presented to the general public in our multimedia room.

Our churches and chapels

Planchouet Chapel

The charming chapel of Planchouet, a true haven of peace

St-Barthélémy Chapel

The highest chapel in the district, on the edge of the Cleuson lake, at about 2'200 metres above sea level

St-Michel Chapel

A 15th century chapel in the heart of the old village of Haute-Nendaz

Rairettes Chapel

Chapel sheltered from the weather under the hundred-year-old larch tree

Bleusy Chapel

Little white chapel on the edge of the bisse du Milieu

The Saclentse Chapel

A small chapel located at the end of the village of Saclentse

The church of Haute-Nendaz

Pretty church on the outskirts of the old village of Haute-Nendaz overlooking the Rhone Valley

St-Sébastien Chapel

A chapel at least 500 years old, overlooking the Rhone valley

The church of Basse-Nendaz

Church dating back to the end of the 9th and beginning of the 10th century

Raphaël Surmont

Alphorn

An extraordinary instrument

A real love story unites Nendaz with the alphorn. This Alpine instrument has been an integral part of our region for a very long time.