Hile Tour of the Mont-Rouge via les Crêtes (mountain ridges)The departure of the itinerary is located at the arrival of Veysonnaz gondola. The path leads off to the right of the restaurant La Combyre on the Cheminée ski slope. The very steep ascent quickly leads to a 300-metre difference in altitude. From the Crêtes de Thyon, the path follows the ridges uphill and downhill. You first climb Mont-Carré at 2460 metres before arriving at Mont-Rouge at 2490 metres. Throughout the hike, a breathtaking view is offered to you, with the Rhone Valley and the Bernese Alps on one side and the Val d'Hérens on the other.
You begin your return to Thyon with the rather steep descent of Mont-Rouge. The restaurant Les Chottes, a beautifully renovated former cow shed, invites you to a well-deserved break on its terrace before joining the Bisse de Chervé which leads you back to Thyon.Sommet_Mont-Rouge_2019 (Suisse_Tourisme)Mont_Rouge_automne_2020 (Christelle_Yerly)Mont_rouge_crêtes_marcheurs_été_2011 (Aline_Fournier)1353.9495849609Veysonnaz GondolaLocated in the heart of the resort of Veysonnaz, next to the hotel and restaurant Le Magrappé, this gondola takes you over the secluded mid-mountain chalets. Enjoy the magnificent view over the Rhone Valley, Nendaz and the Bernese Alps.
* Durationt : 8 minutes
* Capacity : 1'600 passengers/hour
* Built in : 2005
In winter, this lift allows you to reach two snow gardens, the piste de l'Ours, the piste des Mayens, the ski slopes of Thyon, the link to Siviez, as well as the restaurants of La Combyre, Mont-Rouge and the bar Le Tipi.
In summer, this installation allows you to reach the departure point of several walks including the tour of Mont-Rouge, the bisse de Chervé, the masks path, as well as the restaurants of La Combyre, Mont-Rouge and the bar Le Tipi.Télécabine_Veysonnaz_hiver_panorama_2018 (webevolutions.ch)Télécabine_Veysonnaz_hiver_skieurs_2018 (webevolutions.ch)Télécabine_Veysonnaz_mélèzes_été_2011 (Aline_Fournier)Télécabine_Veysonnaz_Thyon_été 2011 (Aline_Fournier)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)2129.5832519531Restaurant Le Mont-Rouge VeysonnazThe Mont-Rouge is a spacious mountain restaurant open throughout the winter and summer seasons. Its ideal location, opposite the upper station of the Veysonnaz gondola, at about 2,200 metres, and above all its sunny terrace make it a popular choice.
In winter, a large and well organized self-service area allows skiers to eat without undue delay, while enjoying fine cuisine. A table service dining area is also available for those who prefer to savour a fine meal. The bar is also very popular for an aperitif or a well-deserved refreshment break.
In summer, only the table service restaurant is open. The summer menu consists of home-made local products. A table tennis table, a trampoline and deck chairs are available to entertain guests.
In short, at the Mont-Rouge restaurant, there is something for everyone! Welcome to the restaurant!Restaurant le Mont-Rouge_terrasse_été (Veysonnaz)Restaurant_le_Mont_Rouge_terrasse_été_2021 (LINDAPHOTO.ch)Restaurant le Mont-Rouge_bar vide (Veysonnaz)Restaurant le Mont-Rouge_salle vide profondeur (Veysonnaz)Restaurant le Mont-Rouge_vue extérieure_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.
In summer and autumn, the terrace also invites you to relax and enjoy a refreshing drink.
The restaurant La Combyre offers specialities from the Valais, including the famous "Croûte Combyre", röstis, pasta dishes, salads and a delicious dish of the day. In summer, the menu is slightly smaller.
The Praz-Lathion family look forward to welcoming you.Restaurant_la_Combyre_terrasse_été_vue_d_en_bas_2020 (Veysonnaz_Tourisme)Restaurant_la_Combyre_terrasse_été_coucher_de_soleil_2020 (Restaurant la Combyre)Restaurant_la_combyre_hiver_2018 (Cathy Praz)2487.5300292969Mont-RougeMont-Rouge, famous for its red soil and its cross, is a mountain in the Valais Alps and is located between Mont-Carré and Mont-Loéré. From the top of its 2,491 metres, it offers hikers a breathtaking panoramic view of the Rhone Valley and the Bernese Alps on the one side and the Gouilles d'Essertze and the Val d'Hérens with the Dent Blanche and the Dent d'Hérens on the other.Mont_Rouge_vue_Alpes_Bernoises_2011 (Aline_Fournier)Mont_Rouge_automne_2020 (Christelle_Yerly)Sommet_Mont-Rouge_2019 (Suisse_Tourisme)2215.5009765625Restaurant Les ChottesThe restaurant Les Chottes, with its elongated shape, typical of the old alpine cowsheds, has been splendidly renovated. Its name - Les Chottes - means, in fact, cowshed in local dialect.
It has two terraces, one overlooking the Bernese Alps and the other, more sheltered and intimate, on the upper side.
In winter, the indoor seating area is served at the table and a self-service area is available on the terrace. The terrace is accessed via an igloo tunnel, which is very popular with children, both young and not so young... As for the restaurant itself, it can be reached on skis, snowshoes or on foot.
In summer, guests are served at the table throughout the establishment. It is a popular stopover for walkers, following the ancient bisse de Chervé, an hour walk from the Mayens gondola or the Combatseline chairlift.
The chef has various surprises in store for his guests. We won't reveal everything here, but if you fancy it, bring a swim suit and a towel to enjoy the jacuzzi at 2,200 metres above sea level! (Bookings recommended)
An attractive menu, a warm welcome, sometimes to the sound of cow bells, a large wood fire in the centre of the restaurant, everything is here to make your visit a pleasant one.Chottes_alpage_vaches_été_2015 (Veysonnaz_Tourisme)Restaurant les Chottes_int_cheminée (Veysonnaz_Tourisme)Restaurant Les Chottes_ext_hiver_panorama Nendaz (Veysonnaz_Tourisme)2132.27807617192129.20483398442134.3769531252147.75488281252168.01318359382173.49902343752181.29858398442190.47412109382242.80517578122272.51464843752298.90795898442401.72241210942406.84252929692408.06127929692415.65673828122426.3144531252429.14501953122445.43872070312445.75854492192431.77246093752409.8261718752404.86206054692420.55981445312431.06567382812440.67797851562460.44555664062432.69677734382462.68041992192480.47631835942484.28881835942487.61816406252462.1855468752425.05395507812401.96386718752398.66186523442392.25097656252381.46362304692343.87768554692311.5468752307.20922851562295.30029296882262.40161132812251.57568359382243.46093752231.50854492192220.31469726562220.03906252215.06152343752207.92993164062180.03344726562175.35791015622178.91430664062177.03588867192175.46093752176.75122070312178.05371093752170.699218752164.69067382812158.12670898442153.24780273442153.63818359382144.71630859382147.82495117192138.60473632812141.56030273442140.38623046882130.75683593752124.23681640622123.60888671882127.71777343752126.58569335942122.3281252122.99633789062118.79003906252114.37231445312118.18041992192111.72973632812133.91162109382132.1699218752127.28173828122125.40747070312130.4682617188