Nendaz Trekking day 1Votre balade débute devant Veysonnaz Tourisme. Montez en direction de Thyon 2'000 par un magnifique chemin qui traverse la forêt du Magrappé pour arriver au lieu-dit Les Combes avant d’atteindre le plateau de Thyon. Prenez ensuite la direction Les Gouilles d’Essertze - Grande Dixence. Le chemin devient plus sauvage avant d’arriver aux gouilles (2'343 mètres) puis enfin de redescendre sur la cabane d’Essertze à 2’191 mètres dans laquelle vous passerez votre première nuit.
En 1989, le Ski Club Hérémencia entreprenait la rénovation d’anciens chalets d’alpage désaffectés pour les transformer en une confortable cabane de montagne et prenait ainsi part à la conservation du patrimoine hérémensard. La cabane accueille les promeneurs amoureux de la montagne depuis 1995. Durant l’été, le gardiennage est assuré par des bénévoles.
Pour éviter le dénivelé de la montée, vous avez la possibilité de prendre la télécabine des Mayens au départ de Veysonnaz. Depuis le sommet de la télécabine, environ 02:00 de marche suffisent pour atteindre la cabane.Cabane d'Essertze extérieur panorama été 2022 (Elodie Moos)Mayens de Verrey 2016 (Florian Guntern)Trail_grand_parcours_gouilles_essertze_été_2019 (Suisse Tourisme)1471.7855224609Restaurant O CaboulisImagine a small wooden chalet, nestled comfortably on the edge of the forest, basking in the last rays of the sun.
It would be a dream come true to own such a gem. The restaurant O Caboulis invites you to enjoy an exceptional moment in this authentic mountain setting.
In winter, as you hurtle down the Mayens ski slope, it is impossible to resist a short stop at Les Caboulis. In fact, why would you want to resist?Restaurant_Les_Caboulis_extérieur_avec_vue_2011 (Les Caboulis)O_Caboulis_intérieur_salle_2026 (Florian Bouvet Fournier)O_Caboulis_bar_intérieur_salle_2026 (Florian Bouvet Fournier)default (Florian Bouvet Fournier)Restaurant_Les_Caboulis_extérieur_été_terrasse_2024 (Les Caboulis)1696.3756103516Restaurant La RemointzeThis beautiful restaurant is located halfway down the Mayens ski slope, as well as along several footpaths. La Remointze is above all a family-run establishment, proud to share its heritage and culinary know-how. The natural setting and the stunning panoramic view leave guests with lasting memories, as does the warm and friendly welcome.
Traditional dishes from the region, concocted with local products are proposed, as well as game specialities, with a distinct menu during the autumn. Meat roasted on slates contributes to the excellent reputation of the restaurant. All dishes are beautifully prepared and the service at the table is impeccable.
The terrace, which becomes a fabulous lawn in the summer, allows guests to enjoy the glorious sunshine of Veysonnaz.Restaurant la Remointze_pelouse fleurie_été (Veysonnaz)Restaurant la Remointze_vue extérieure_été_2025 (Florian Bouvet Fournier)Restaurant la Remointze_salle à manger_automne_2025 (Florian Bouvet Fournier)Restaurant la Remointze_vue extérieure_skieurs_hiver (webevolutions)Restaurant la Remointze_vue extérieure Haut de Cry_hiver Restaurant la Remointze_vue extérieure piste_hiver (Veysonnaz)2136.4963378906Restaurant La CombyreA little break is always welcome when you're doing high altitude activities. The restaurant La Combyre is ideally located opposite the Ours and Veysonnaz gondola arrival stations.
In winter, between two slopes, it is the perfect place to stop with friends for a warm drink or to enjoy a meal.La Combyre_intérieur_salle_clients_2026 (Florian Bouvet Fournier)Menu 2026 (NVRM)Restaurant_la_Combyre_intérieur_2026 (Florian Bouvet Fournier)Restaurant_la_combyre_hiver_2026 (Florian Bouvet Fournier)La Combyre_général_colonie_La Combyre_2026 (Florian Bouvet Fournier)School rates 2026-2027 Group rates 2026-2027 2125.3181152344ThyonThe Thyon area not only includes the Thyon 2000 tourist complex, but also a beautiful plateau ideal for learning to ski, all the way to the upper stations of the l'Ours and Les Mayens de Veysonnaz gondolas.
Thyon is the ideal starting point, both in winter for skiing and in summer and autumn for magnificent mountain walks.
At the arrival of the gondolas, public toilets are available if the facilities are open. The restaurant Le Mont-Rouge as well as the restaurant La Combyre offer a warm and friendly setting for your mountain outings. Just below, the popular bar Le Tipi brings the Thyon plateau to life.
Last but not least, all the facilities needed for a pleasant stay in the mountains can be found in the buildings of the Thyon 2000 complex, to the east of the plateau: restaurants, swimming pool, sports shop, estate agency, doctor, etc...
The scenery is stunning, with the breathtaking peaks of the Dent Blanche and the Matterhorn in the background. In the evening, under the starlight and in the quiet of the night, it is simply the perfect place to be.Télécabine_Veysonnaz_Thyon_été 2011 (Aline_Fournier)jardin_ess_bambino_plat_thyon_hiver (GijsHardeman)Neige fraîche matin_Thyon_hiver (Veysonnaz)vue_aerienne_sommet_crêtes_Thyon_été 2011 (Aline_Fournier)2342.9331054688Gouilles d'EssertzeThe Gouilles d'Essertze are located in the Val d'Hérens at 2300 metres above sea level. They are considered to be the highest peat moors in Europe. For the hiker, they are above all a privileged place to relax and enjoy on a well-deserved picnic break.
Enjoy the unspoilt nature, with alpine flora typical of this altitude, but also the presence of newts and tadpoles. Thank you in advance for respecting this place.Mont_Rouge_vue_Gouilles_d_essertze_nuages_2011 (Aline_Fournier)Mont_Rouge_vue_Gouilles_d_essertze_2017 (Veysonnaz_Tourisme)2197.3559570312Cabane d'EssertzeThe Essertze mountain cabin welcomes you from the end of June to mid-September for a drink, a delicious meal made from local products and an overnight stay.
Accessible on foot and by car, it has all the necessary comforts for a stay in the mountains and offers an idyllic setting for an outing of one or more days.Cabane d'Essertze Copyright Elodie Moos 2019 (Elodie Moos)Cabane_Essertze_exterieur_soleil_panorama_été_2019 (Elodie Moos)Cabane d'Essertze extérieur panorama été 2022 (Elodie Moos)Cabane d'Essertze dortoir été 2022 (Elodie Moos)Cabane d'Essertze extérieur petit-déjeuner été 2022 (Elodie Moos)1358.59924316411359.43579101561391.33532714841407.95080566411409.80541992191422.80139160161421.56677246091441.61779785161444.33215332031471.43688964841456.84313964841464.53100585941477.07312011721526.45080566411539.20422363281567.35668945311597.37121582031616.48913574221634.70007324221634.92651367191636.34545898441654.68249511721668.14782714841659.50610351561690.66894531251700.566406251737.32434082031742.45886230471746.23583984381764.87121582031796.18298339841816.96533203121845.7031251845.89794921881909.59167480471924.03186035161933.95458984381950.09350585941959.02844238281957.38513183591978.67419433592001.46472167972006.93872070312015.83532714842026.52905273442045.97302246092062.25683593752092.16381835942095.24267578122095.50756835942097.64086914062099.75317382812104.42675781252113.17016601562118.04028320312130.21777343752129.78784179692131.89184570312143.30786132812151.0449218752158.41040039062165.58496093752163.21972656252165.35888671882165.88305664062169.12426757812166.55395507812168.45776367192167.61279296882170.96899414062181.87255859382217.87207031252215.10180664062226.32177734382232.77563476562288.03710937523232329.8847656252326.30151367192331.59106445312335.65478515622338.21362304692340.95751953122344.13256835942353.21459960942372.74707031252344.96557617192347.37866210942342.00878906252335.88452148442325.88232421882325.18286132812315.65283203122312.29956054692307.06469726562300.02343752293.86376953122296.46972656252294.20141601562283.25415039062275.99536132812265.74316406252252.81884765622244.88769531252231.53735351562223.90380859382212.97314453122202.20654296882190.5817871094