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Travel & Mountains Magazine

Valais: A Different Perspective

Carnets du Valais is an independent magazine featuring destination guides, hiking stories, skiing and wellness tips, and profiles of Alpine villages. Written by mountain enthusiasts, it’s designed to help you plan a genuine holiday in Valais.

On the magazine’s front page

Our latest articles to help you plan your Alpine getaway.

About Carnets du Valais

An editorial perspective on the Swiss Alps

Carnets du Valais brings you a different perspective on the Valais mountains, beyond the tourist brochures: villages, culture, sport and well-being at altitude. Our travel guides are based on our own stays in the region and local sources to help you plan a trip that suits you.

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A cosy wooden interior in the Valais chalet style

Saas-Fee

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Wellness area with mountain views

Wellness & spa

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Fine dining, local Valais cuisine

Local cuisine

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Our sections

Planning your holiday in Valais

Each section brings together our practical advice and top picks for organising a genuine mountain holiday, without the need for bookings or intermediaries.

Wellness area with views of the Alps
Wellness & Spa

Breathe in the mountain air

Our wellness guides list the best spas and thermal baths in Valais, perfect for unwinding after a day’s skiing or hiking.

A selection of wellness venues in the mountains Tips on saunas, thermal baths and Alpine rituals Top tips for making the most of your time in the mountains
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Our editorial policy

Why this magazine?

Content written by mountain enthusiasts, with no hotel partnerships or booking commissions.

Independence

Basic guides based on local experiences and sources, updated throughout the seasons.

In the field

No personal data is collected, and there are no booking forms on this website.

Transparency
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Independent editorial website. Not affiliated with any hotel.
Independent editorial website. Not affiliated with any hotel establishment.