Snowshoe hike TortinPartez de Siviez en direction du fond de la vallée. En chemin, longez la Printse, rivière qui prend sa source dans les glaciers du fond de la vallée. Arrivé à magnifique plaine de Tortin, reprenez des forces dans le sympathique restaurant. Le retour jusqu'à Siviez se fait en suivant la route d'alpage. En chemin, passez à côté des grandes chottes d’alpage, où les vaches de la race d'Hérens passent l'été.Raquettes Tortin Siviez 2020 (Florian Bouvet-Fournier)Raquettes hiver cartes balades 2020 (Florian Bouvet-Fournier)1732.3540039062SiviezSiviez provides access to the areas of Veysonnaz and Thyon on the one hand, and to Verbier and the Bagnes valley as well as to Nendaz and Isérables on the other. It is also the starting point to reach Mont-Fort, a summit that is easily accessible throughout the summer and the winter thanks to the ski lifts
At the far end of the valley stands the Cleuson dam wall, built between 1947 and 1950. 410 metres long at the top and 87 metres high, it can hold up to 20 million m3 of water.
In winter, more than 400 kilometres of slopes await you, as well as several ski touring and snowshoeing routes and a sledge run. The Siviez snow garden allows the very young to discover their first joys of skiing.
In summer, the ski slopes give way to the mountain pastures, which are the preferred holiday destination for the Hérens breed of cows. Numerous hiking and mountain bike trails are also accessible from Siviez.Ebike Siviez été 2020 (Florian Bouvet-Fournier)Randonnée Siviez hiver 2018 (Florian Bouvet-Fournier)Siviez Hiver 2016 (Jean Cingria)Siviez Eté Vaches 2016 (Florian Guntern)1863.2086181641Ski bar La TétineWelcome to La Tétine, a ski bar located in a traditional chalet in the middle of the Tortin slope. Only open in the winter, you can recharge your batteries before getting back on the slopes. On the menu: soups, regional dishes, all to be savoured on a magnificent sun-drenched terrace.Bistrot_La_Tétine_apéritif_extérieur_hiver_2020 (Elodie Moos)Restaurant_La_Tétine_extérieur_hiver_2020 (Elodie Moos)1870.0244140625Le Tipi in SiviezWould you like to spend a pleasant break in the sun? Then go to the Tipi de Siviez. Situated near the slopes, this mountain pasture refreshment bar awaits you all winter long for a truly unforgettable moment.
With dishes that just hit the spot, the chef at the Tipi is committed to helping you recharge your batteries for the rest of your skiing adventures. Enjoy burgers, sandwiches, pancakes, fondues and so much more. Everything is homemade with passion. There' s something for every appetite!Restaurant Tipi Siviez terrasse hiver 2017 (Florian Bouvet-Fournier)Restaurant Tipi Siviez extérieur hiver 2017 (Florian Bouvet-Fournier)Restaurant Le Tipi hiver_2017 (Florian Bouvet-Fournier)2048.8017578125Restaurant Le Hameau de TortinTortin's new restaurant is located in Siviez, at the arrival point of the chairlift with the same name and the starting point of the Gentianes cable car. This brand-new complex can accommodate up to 200 customers indoors and 200 outdoors in a beautiful alpine setting. It offers typical regional dishes made from local ingredients, available on the menu or as self-service options. There is also a pleasant, sunny terrace that faces the most beautiful peaks of the 4 Vallées.25-26_Hdt_Carte hiver-FR (25-26_Hdt_Carte hiver-FR)Hameau de Tortin intérieur restaurant été 2024 (Elodie Moos)Hameau de Tortin intérieur restaurant été 2024 (Elodie Moos)Restaurant Hameau de Tortin été 2024 (Elodie Moos)Restaurant Hameau de Tortin été 2024 (Elodie Moos)Restaurant Hameau de Tortin hiver 2023 (Emilie Mariéthoz)Restaurant Hameau de Tortin hiver 2023 (Emilie Mariéthoz)Restaurant Hameau de Tortin hiver 2023 (Emilie Mariéthoz)Restaurant Hameau de Tortin hiver 2023 (Emilie Mariéthoz)1733.8332519531Restaurant Les BergersLocated at the entrance to Siviez, the restaurant Les Bergers, with its alpine atmosphere, promises a journey into the authenticity of the Valais. On the menu: open hearth grills, cheese dishes and other local specialities. In this establishment, local products and hospitality are essential.
In both summer and winter, you can also enjoy your meal on the beautiful sun drenched terrace.Assiette_valaisanne_2015 (Saifuddin Ismailji)Restaurant Les Bergers plat hiver 2023 (Elodie Moos)Restaurant_Les_Bergers_repas_terrasse_hiver_2020 (Florian Bouvet-Fournier)Restaurant_Les_Bergers_terrasse_été (Les Bergers)1735.2603759766Tortin chairliftThis comfortable chairlift is located in the heart of the 4 Vallées and is the first leg of the Siviez - Mont-Fort connection.
In winter, it allows skiers to reach Verbier via the Col des Gentianes or Chassoure. You can also go down to the intermediate station to access the long blue slope of Tortin, perfect for beginners.
The intermediate station is also the departure point for the sledge run down to Siviez. Guaranteed fun for the whole family!
In summer, the Tortin chairlift takes you to the departure point of the Japanese Garden walk, which is very popular thanks to its enchanting natural setting. It also passes over beautiful mountain pastures where the famous Hérens cows spend the summer. If you keep your eyes open, you may also be lucky enough to spot marmots basking in the sun on the rocks !
Equipped with protection bubbles and guardrails adapted to children, this chairlift ensures a high level of comfort and safety for the whole family !
The Hameau de Tortin restaurant will be happy to welcome you to recharge your batteries before setting off to conquer the summits.
* Duration : 11 minutes
* Capacity : 1'500 passengers/hour
* Built in : 1988
* Latest upgrade : 2015Télésiège Tortin randonnée été 2020 (Elodie Moos)Eté Copyright Florian Bouvet-Fournier 2019 (Florian Bouvet-Fournier)Télésiège de Tortin hiver montée 2015 (Yasmine Gaudin)Télésiège de Tortin hiver piste 2017 (Etienne Bornet)Télésiège de Tortin départ 2016 (Florian Bouvet-Fournier)Télésiège Tortin VTT été 2020 (Elodie Moos)2050.1943359375Col des Gentianes cable carThis cable car, which can carry 125 people per trip, takes skiers and non-skiers alike from Tortin to the Col des Gentianes in a few minutes.
During the ride, take advantage of the large windows in the cabins to admire the panoramic view of the surrounding mountains. From the Col des Gentianes, you can continue your ascent to the summit of Mont-Fort or descend towards Chaux/Verbier.
In winter, this lift serves the Gentianes freetrack, a long, secured but ungroomed slope that takes skiers and snowboarders back down to Tortin. For the less adventurous, the descent can also be made via the cable car.
In summer, this cable car allows those who have made the long and difficult climb from Tortin to return to the valley in a more comfortable way.
If you are lucky, you may also spot the many ibexes basking in the sunshine at the foot of the pylons.
* Duration 7 minutes
* Capacity : 700 passengers/hour
* Built in 1981
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