The Larches of Balavaux

We recommend:

• Good footwear
• Weather-appropriate clothing: always carry a waterproof vest
• Headwear
• Sunscreen
• Water bottle
• Picnic
• Camera
• Binoculars (optional)
• Trekking poles (optional)
• Printout of the hiking trail (click "Print" to download)  

For certain hikes:

• Swimsuit

Use of the hiking trails and information on this website is at your own risk. Local conditions may cause route changes. Valais/Wallis Promotion accepts no responsibility for the accuracy and completeness of the information on this website. Assess your own abilities and fitness carefully. Using the various routes is generally at your own responsibility.

For all hikes:

• Carry a map with you. Download the complete description of the hiking trail with a large-scale map by clicking "Print" at the top right of the page.
• Use only marked hiking trails and heed all signposts and instructions—for your own safety, to protect grazing animals, and out of respect for wildlife.
• Close gates again after passing through.
• Be considerate towards other trail users, plants, and animals.  

For mountain hikes: 

• Carry additional sun protection. UV rays at high altitudes can be very strong, even in cloudy weather.
• Plan your hike carefully: Consider the required fitness level of all participants, weather forecasts, and seasonal conditions.
• Weather conditions can change very quickly and without warning in the mountains. Appropriate clothing and sufficient provisions (food and drink) are very important. In unstable weather, it is better to turn back early. 

For high alpine hikes:

• Inform your family about your hiking route. If possible, avoid going alone.
• Do not venture onto glaciers without a mountain guide.
• Observe warning signals indicating dangers at riverbanks, along watercourses below dams and reservoirs: water levels can rise quickly and without warning.

Further information about the destination:

• Nendaz