Nendaz Trail 30km Partez du point de départ officiel du Nendaz Trail, au centre sportif de Haute-Nendaz. Passez sous le télécabine de Tracouet et bifurquez en direction des Rairettes. Vous passerez ensuite par la gouille d'Ouché et la magnifique clairière de Pra da Dzeu, avant de rejoindre la cabane de Balavaux en passant par la Croix de Jean-Pierre. Après la cabane, direction le basso d'Alou en empruntant un petit chemin en zig-zag escarpé et technique au milieu des rhododendrons. Une fois arrivé sur l'arête, observez le magnifique panorama à 360° puis descendez sur Planchouet en passant par Siviez. Lorsque vous atteindrez le hameau de Planchouet, revenez à Siviez en empruntant le fameux et exigeant chemin des 24 contours. Puis, retour en station par le mythique bisse de Saxon. Ce tracé exige un certain niveau technique et est réservée aux randonneurs avisés. Pour les plus rapides, le tour peut être bouclé en huit heures. Trail_chaussure_été_2020 (Etienne Bornet) Basso_D'Alou_été_2017 (Florian Bouvet-Fournier) Nendaz Trail balisage 2019 (Florian Bouvet-Fournier) Cabane_du_Bourlâ_Jean Cingria_2016 (Jean Cingria) Chapelle Planchouet été 2016 (Yasmine Gaudin) Trail rivière 2020 (Etienne Bornet) 1342.9664306641 The resort of Haute-Nendaz The tourist venture began at the end of the 1950s with the construction of the first gondola in 1958 and the first hotels. Since then, the resort of Haute-Nendaz has continued to develop. Today, in winter, snow sports reign. The vast choice of ski runs, more than 400 kilometres in total, allows both beginners and experienced skiers to enjoy the snowy slopes of the 4 Vallées. During the summer season, the resort is popular with mountain bikers and hikers. Nendaz benefits from an absolutely unique network of bisses (8 of which 6 are still in water). The paths along them, which are relatively flat, shady and traffic-free, are particularly popular places to walk. In July, Nendaz becomes the capital of the Alphorn, thanks in particular to its international festival. Haute-Nendaz station hiver vue aérienne 2021 (Florian Bouvet-Fournier) Haute-Nendaz Station Hiver 2018 (Etienne Bornet) Haute-Nendaz station_été_vue aérienne_2014 (Matt Wright & Janire Najera) Haute-Nendaz Station Eté 2018 (Sonia Délèze) 1763.3087158203 Pra Da Dzeu Pra da Dzeu is a dialect name which means "the meadow in the forest". This idyllic and magical place, located in the region of Isérables, brings calm and serenity in an unspoiled natural setting. Throughout the year, this surprisingly large expanse of land on the edge of the forest is the perfect place for a picnic or a well deserved break in the sun ! The Pra Da Dzeu pasture is located in a large clearing and has been used for centuries as summer grazing for the cattle from Nendaz and Isérables. The Bisse de Saxon, situated a few metres above this meadow, provided water for the cattle. Every year, on the main plateau, a shallow natural pond is formed when the snow melts. Ski de randonnée Pause Pra Da Dzeu 2019 (Etienne Bornet) Pra da Dzeu hiver Elodie Moos 2020 (Elodie Moos) Pra da Dzeu hiver barrières Elodie Moos 2020 (Elodie Moos) Pra Da Dzeu Raquettes Hiver 2020 (Elodie Moos) Pra Da Dzeu VTT Été 2020 (Raphaël Surmont) Pra Da Dzeu Pause Automne Pause Jeunes_2020 (Etienne Bornet) Pra Da Dzeu Balade Bisse Saxon Automne 2020 (Etienne Bornet) Pra Da Dzeu Balade Bisse Saxon Automne 2020 (Etienne Bornet) 2047.9300537109 Balavaux Cabin Restaurant At barely 30 minutes on foot or 5 minutes on skis from Tracouet, reach the Balavaux cabin. Surrounded by some of the oldest larch trees in Europe, the restaurant offers dishes from the region, all concocted with local produce. Cheese bakes, fondues and many other traditional local dishes await you. Feel free to enjoy your meal on the large sun-drenched terrace! Relaxation guaranteed! Cabane de Balavaux intérieur 2022 (Sarah Moussaknaoui) Cabane Balavaux été 2022 (Sarah Moussaknaoui) Cabane de Balavaux terrasse été 2022 (Sarah Moussaknaoui) Cabane_de_Balavaux_été_2019 (Etienne Bornet) Restaurant_Cabane_Balavaux_hiver_extérieur_2017 (Etienne Bornet) Restaurant Cabane Balavaux hiver vue 2018 (Florian Bouvet-Fournier) 2109.748046875 The Balavaux larch trees Balavaux is a wooded pasture which is home to about a hundred cows throughout summer. This mountain pasture has about 250 larches, some of which have reached the venerable age of 1000 years. WHY IS IT WORTH THE DETOUR ? These multi-century-old trees convey strength and serenity. Among them is even the most imposing in Europe, nicknamed "the King of Balavaux", which has a circumference of 11.8 m. It is surrounded by a footbridge to protect its roots from the trampling of hikers and cattle. ADVICE FROM THE LOCALS The best season to recharge one's batteries amidst the Balavaux larch trees is undoubtedly autumn. Indeed, this conifer, before losing all its needles in winter, glows with a thousand shades of gold and orange in October. Mélèzes Balavaux Automne Balade Jeunes 2020 (Florian Bouvet-Fournier) Mélèzes Balavaux Télésiège Automne 2020 (Florian Bouvet-Fournier) Mélèzes Balavaux Automne Jeunes 2020 (Florian Bouvet-Fournier) Mélèzes de Balavaux automne chemin 2018 (Jean Cingria) Mélèzes de Balavaux automne randonnee 2018 (Jean Cingria) 1732.3540039062 Siviez Siviez 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) Siviez Eté Vaches 2016 (Florian Guntern) Randonnée Siviez hiver 2018 (Florian Bouvet-Fournier) Siviez Hiver 2016 (Jean Cingria) 1517.8225097656 Planchouet Chapel The chapel of Planchouet, dedicated to the Sacred Heart, was built by the villagers of the right hand bank of the Printse. In May 1930, work began by cutting down the trees necessary for its construction. The foundations caused problems as the rock had to be mined, but from one Sunday to the next, the building took shape and on 9 August 1931, Dean Bourban blessed the chapel. After some finishing work, Father Joseph Fournier, the instigator of the project, was able to close the accounts, with a total construction cost of CHF 7,045. Inside statues of the Virgin Mary, St. Anthony, St. Maurice and St. Nicholas can be admired. Whether in winter under the snow or in autumn under the colourful larch trees, during one of your walks through Planchouet, take the opportunity to stop at the chapel. Chapelle de Planchouet extérieur été 2022 (Florian Bouvet) Chapelle de Planchouet été 2021 (Etienne Bornet) Chapelle Planchouet hiver 2011 (Arnaud Delhez) Chapelle de Planchouet été 2021 (Etienne Bornet) Planchouet Chapel (Elodie Moos) Chapelle de Planchouet été 2021 (Etienne Bornet) 1514.6994628906 Planchouet The Planchouet region, populated year-round by only a handful of inhabitants, is the starting point of four bisses: bisse Vieux, bisse de Vex, bisse du Milieu, bisse d'en bas. You can also discover a gorgeous wooden chapel surrounded by woodland, built in 1930. This chapel still hosts a number of celebrations during the summer. In Planchouet you can also enjoy excellent food in one of the three restaurants in the vicinity. Planchouet balade bisse été 2015 (Toast Prod) Village Planchouet vue aérienne automne 2017 (Florian Bouvet-Fournier) Planchouet Hameau 2015 (Arnaud Delhez) Planchouet hiver 2011 (Arnaud Delhez) 1515.0443115234 Restaurant les Bisses The restaurant Les Bisses, nestled at the crossroads of the 4 bisses (bisse du Milieu, Vieux, d'en Bas and de Vex) in Planchouet, awaits you all year round with its local dishes. Easily accessible on foot or by car, its south-facing flowery terrace offers you peace and quiet with a stunning view of the Bec des Etagnes. In the magic of winter, its sun drenched terrace is perfect for lunch. With a seasonal dishes, both fondue enthusiasts and hikers in search of summer delicacies will find what they are looking for. On the menu: regional specialities from the Valais, local produce and game dishes in autumn, all served with the utmost elegance. Children can also enjoy a menu specially designed for them. For special occasions or group bookings, a choice of menu is available on reservation. Valentine's Day menu (Restaurant Les Bisses) Nuit des étoiles repas Les Bisses Planchouet 2019 (Sonia Délèze) Restaurant Les Bisses chasse 2019 (Elodie Moos) Restaurant Les Bisses extérieur hiver 2014 (Les Bisses) Restaurant Les Bisses (Les Bisses) 1519.3968505859 Restaurant of Planchouet In the heart of Planchouet, not far from the bisses of the region and the ski area, come and discover the Restaurant of Planchouet. With its alpine decor and cosy atmosphere, it is the ideal place to recharge your batteries after a walk or a morning on the slopes. The establishment offers local and seasonal cuisine. From fondues in winter, game dishes in autumn or salads in summer, let yourself be seduced by an authentic cuisine that places the quality of its produce at the centre of a creative and lavish plate. 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