Make sure you are well prepared

Enjoy Valais in harmony with nature and other visitors.
Explore Valais - discover its unique landscapes while also sharing them with other living beings, both human and animal. When preparing your outings, make sure you have everything you need to stay safe and preserve the shared places you visit by taking some simple steps: bring a bottle to drink from the many fountains, take your rubbish with you, follow the paths and preserve the watercourses. By acting responsibly, you are helping to protect this exceptional area for everyone, both locals and visitors.
The mountains: a fun space to be shared and respected.

Prepare properly for your outing
Whether you are going hiking, mountain biking or ski touring, respect for yourself, others and the environment is essential. Follow the recommended routes, respect the rules governing conduct on the paths and follow our advice to make your outing a pleasant experience for everyone.
Keeping Valais accessible for everyone
Valais is committed to transparent communication in the interests of accessible tourism. Its unobstructed paths allow everyone to enjoy hiking in the great outdoors. The OK:GO initiative ensures that accessible infrastructure is easily identifiable and that families can find a multitude of activities to provide a memorable holiday.
The impact of tourism in Switzerland
Valued for its economic benefits but sometimes criticised for its impact, tourism divides opinion. Discover the surprising results of the survey mandated by the “Conférence des directeurs d'offices de tourisme régionaux” CDR and Switzerland Tourism and explore the solutions for more harmonious tourism.