Every January in Switzerland’s Valais canton, thousands gather for a winter event inspired by a centuries-old local legend. The story centers on a woman accused during the late medieval period of ...

I’ve reached the stage in life where I’ve finally hung up my skis but still enjoy winter in the mountains, Valais, high in the Swiss Alps, has two timeless mountain destinations – the authentic valley ...

The annual Alpine event pays homage to a local legend about a sorceress and her hapless husband. Skiers dressed in elaborate witch costumes participate in the Belalp Hexe festival in Switzerland's ...

Click to open image viewer. CC0 Usage Conditions ApplyClick for more information. Architecture and landscape sketch showing a view of a small church in the village of Belalp, Switzerland. Perched on ...

Every September, dairy farmers herd cattle from high-alpine pastures back to the villages where they reside for the winter and celebrate the occasion by roasting cheese over a fire Michelle Tchea | ...

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Rising temperatures and retreating glaciers threaten Europe’s water tower, forcing local farmers to adapt and presaging larger troubles downstream. Rising temperatures and retreating glaciers threaten ...

SALZBURG: Winterfest, circus performances in tents in Volksgarten, through Jan. 7. BRIXEN IM THALE: AlpenIglu, igloo village open for dinner and overnight stays, through March 14. INNSBRUCK: ...

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Special Note: Das Skigebiet Belalp stellt ab diesem Winter 22/23 auf das dynamische Preissystem um. Das heißt, die hier abgebildeten Tarife sind die Maximum Tarife. Last update of prices 2025 Dec 12.

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