Four seasons

Choose the best month for the ideal experience

Align activities with safer, lower-impact windows: avalanche checks in winter, blossoms in spring, cool mornings in summer, and quieter ridgelines in autumn.

Updated: April 2024

Winter

Stay on signed snow paths and review avalanche forecasts before heading out. Keep pets leashed and steer clear of tranquil areas.


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Spring

Late spring brings blossoms to many valleys: steer clear of muddy edges to curb trail widening, and hike at dawn for birdlife.

Summer

Begin early for glacier views, swim only in approved zones, and think about microspikes for early-season snowfields.

Autumn

Golden woodlands and cooler mornings yield gentler hikes. Opt for less crowded huts and stick to sturdy trails.

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