Regions - Vercorin, Val D'Anniviers

Locally, in the summer Vercorin, has over 80 kilometres of walkways, from the Vallon de Réchy to the Val d’Anniviers and over 40 km of tracks marked for bicycles. With walks alongside ancient water irrigation channels called Bisses, on roads or even the high mountain passes, Vercorin has a countless number of clearly signposted walks adapted to suit every level of walker from families to the more experienced.

VERCORIN

With its old quarter preserving flawless vestiges of a historic past, its originality unmarred, with protected fauna and flora, and its leisure activities, Vercorin offers the ideal village setting for rest and relaxation.

Situated high above the left bank of the Rhône river, a few minutes from the valley, the beautiful picturesque village of Vercorin benefits from exceptionally favorable weather conditions thanks to a regional microclimate.

Vercorin has all the usual amenities you would expect of a established ski resort including Creche/nursery for children of two and above, restaurants, bars, shops, ski hire, nightclub and lots more.

Public Transport: By train to Sierre, then by bus Sierre-Vercorin (15 km, 40') or bus Ballestraz Sierre-Chalais (6 km, 15'), then cable car Chalais-Briey-Vercorin (7'). High speed trains(TGV, Pendolino, ICE)

By car: A9 motorway, Sierre-Ouest-Chippis exit. Follow signs to Chalais-Vercorin (13 km, 15') From Grône, continue towards Itravers-Vercorin (11 km, 10') From Vissoie and Grimentz, follow Mayoux, Pinsec-Vercorin (9 km, 15')

Vercorin is one of the main villages of the Val D’ Anniviers ski domain that also includes Chandolin, Saint-Luc, Zinal, Vissoie, Sierre, and Grimentz. One ski pass gives you acess to over 220 km of snow covered slopes covering the different resorts.

With skiing from 1400 to 3000 m, skiers, snow boarders will find slopes corresponding to all levels of ability. A freeride park at Zinal is available for all snowboarder fans.

Winter

Once a week, should you wish to participate, Vercorin has a sledge run from the top of the Crêt-du-Midi with a fondue in Sigeroulaz:

There are many snowshoeing trails for both beginners and experts, as well as unique events such as cross country ski competition through the narrow street of the village.

The Village

Summer

The very beautiful Vallon de Rechy is one of the natural treasures in the whole area. A small valley entirely protected, without roads or buildings, giving unlimited opportunities to walk and watch exceptional plants and animals and landscapes. This small paradise with its breathtaking countryside is one of the Central Valais must sees

Across the Val D’ Anniviers, discover the extensive 1295 km of marked out footpaths : from vineyards to everlasting snow, from the nature reserve to wild fauna at the top of the tree line you’ll be

enchanted in autumn by its infinite seasonal pallet of colours from the tints of red to the turquoise blue of the Moiry lake.

Amenities

A sports centre consisting of a snack bar, 2 tennis courts, a football field, a bowling rink, a paddling pool and a play park for youngsters. During the summer you’ll also be able to go on guided horse riding tours around the region. Various different offers are available including hiring by the hour or a full days outing which includes a barbecue on a mountain pasture.