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SIGHTSEEING TIPS FOR THIS REGION
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Glacier Express
The world famous train offering a full day of magnificent views of the Swiss Alps.
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Gornergrat
Cogwheel train to the highest peaks of the Swiss Alps.
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Attraction type: Scenic trip;
Natural site, Mountain top, By train
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Escort: independent (no guide)
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Region: Matter valley (Valais)
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Duration: 1 day or less
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Attraction type: Natural site, Mountain top, By cable car
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Escort: independent (no guide)
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Region: Matter valley (Valais)
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Duration: 1 day or less
Centovalli railway
The Centovalli railway offers a unique train journey across remote valleys in northern Italy and southern Switzerland.
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Sunnegga-Rothorn
The three mountain stations of Sunnegga, Blauherd and Rothorn above Zermatt offer many activities and wonderful views. The best view of the Matterhorn perhaps?
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Attraction type: Natural site, Mountain top, By cable car;
Natural site, Mountain top, By funicular
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Escort: independent (no guide)
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Region: Zermatt (Valais)
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Duration: 1 day or less
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Attraction type: Natural site, Mountain top, By cable car
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Escort: independent (no guide)
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Region: Upper Rhone valley (Valais)
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Duration: 1 day or less
Eggishorn
Go here for the very best views of the Aletsch glacier.
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Attraction type: Natural site, Mountain top, By cable car
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Escort: independent (no guide)
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Region: Upper Rhone valley (Valais)
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Duration: 1 day or less
Mittelallalin
A spectacular trip leading to the largest ice grotto and highest revolving restaurant in the world.
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Attraction type: Natural site, Mountain top, By cable car
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Escort: independent (no guide)
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Region: Saas valley (Valais)
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Duration: 1 day or less
Free cancellationAt least one (usually all) retailers listed here offer free cancellation for this activity
Paragliding flight over Zermatt
Enjoy aerial views of Zermatt and its amazing mountains, including the Matterhorn, during a tandem paragliding flight. You can book it just for yourself of for a private party up to 6 people. All equipment is included.
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Attraction type: Sport, Paragliding
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Escort: private guide
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Region: Zermatt (Valais)
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Duration: 1 day or less
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Details & booking: Viator.com
Free cancellationAt least one (usually all) retailers listed here offer free cancellation for this activity
Free cancellationAt least one (usually all) retailers listed here offer free cancellation for this activity
Free cancellationAt least one (usually all) retailers listed here offer free cancellation for this activity
Via ferrata in Zermatt
Enjoy a spectacular climbing path secured with iron ladders. There are various degrees of difficulty, so both beginners and advanced climbers can do this. A professional instructor will guide you.
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Free cancellationAt least one (usually all) retailers listed here offer free cancellation for this activity
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Attraction type: Sport, Winter sports
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Escort: guide
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Region: Zermatt (Valais)
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Duration: 1 day or less
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Details & booking: Viator.com
Free cancellationAt least one (usually all) retailers listed here offer free cancellation for this activity
5-hour private ski lesson near Zermatt
Enjoy a full day with a professional ski instructor at the snowy slopes above Zermatt. You'll be picked up from your hotel or apartment. You can book this for a group of up to 8 people. Ski passes and equipment are not included.
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Attraction type: Sport, Winter sports
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Escort: guide
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Region: Zermatt (Valais)
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Duration: 1 day or less
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Details & booking: Viator.com
Free cancellationAt least one (usually all) retailers listed here offer free cancellation for this activity
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Attraction type: Natural site, Mountain top, By train;
City tour;
Natural site, Mountain top, By cable car
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Escort: private guide
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Region: Zermatt (Valais)
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Duration: 1 day or less
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Details & booking: Viator.com
REGIONAL HIKING SUGGESTIONS
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Hiking time: 2h45
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Difficulty: moderate
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Elevation: 2180 - 2647 m
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Distance: 9.3 km
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Terrain: rocky, meadow, high alpine terrain
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Region: Upper Rhone valley (Valais)
Hohtenn - Lalden
Impressive trail along the southern ramp of the Lötschberg railway. Many views across the Rhône valley.
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Hiking time: 5h05
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Difficulty: moderate
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Elevation: 793 - 1076 m
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Distance: 18.1 km
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Terrain: meadow, rocky, along railway, forest
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Region: Upper Rhone valley (Valais)
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Hiking time: 3h15
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Difficulty: difficult
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Elevation: 1905 - 2243 m
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Distance: 9.8 km
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Terrain: meadow, high alpine terrain, forest
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Region: Upper Rhone valley (Valais)
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Hiking time: 1h45
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Difficulty: moderate
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Elevation: 2209 - 2816 m
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Distance: 5.1 km
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Terrain: meadow, high alpine terrain, forest
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Region: Matter valley (Valais)
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Hiking time: 4h15
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Difficulty: moderate
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Elevation: 1402 - 1875 m
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Distance: 12.1 km
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Terrain: no public transport needed, valley, meadow, forest
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Region: Upper Rhone valley (Valais)
Fiescheralp - Riederalp
Pleasant walk around the tree line, with lots of panoramic views. Optionally, you can make a side trip to the Aletsch glacier.
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Hiking time: 2h00
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Difficulty: easy
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Elevation: 1879 - 2296 m
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Distance: 7.5 km
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Terrain: meadow, forest
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Region: Upper Rhone valley (Valais)
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Hiking time: 3h15
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Difficulty: difficult
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Elevation: 1741 - 2302 m
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Distance: 9.4 km
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Terrain: meadow, high alpine terrain, forest
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Region: Saas valley (Valais)
Gebidum Pass
Hike up to the Gebidum Pass and enjoy the views across the canton of Valais.
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Hiking time: 2h00
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Difficulty: moderate
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Elevation: 1962 - 2209 m
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Distance: 4.0 km
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Terrain: meadow, forest
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Region: Matter valley (Valais)
Giw - Gspon
Route around the tree line with views of the highest peaks in the Valais.
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Hiking time: 3h00
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Difficulty: moderate
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Elevation: 1896 - 2210 m
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Distance: 6.6 km
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Terrain: meadow, forest
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Region: Matter valley (Valais)
Moosalp
Route on the high plateau of Moosalp, with wonderful views into the Matter valley.
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Hiking time: 1h15
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Difficulty: moderate
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Elevation: 1993 - 2121 m
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Distance: 5.0 km
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Terrain: meadow, forest
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Region: Matter valley (Valais)
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Hiking time: 2h30
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Difficulty: moderate
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Elevation: 2187 - 2349 m
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Distance: 7.9 km
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Terrain: along lake, rocky, meadow, forest
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Region: Matter valley (Valais)
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Hiking time: 1h00
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Difficulty: easy
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Elevation: 1612 - 1678 m
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Distance: 3.5 km
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Terrain: town
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Region: Matter valley (Valais)
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Hiking time: 1h15
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Difficulty: easy
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Elevation: 1612 - 1994 m
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Distance: 4.2 km
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Terrain: meadow, forest
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Region: Matter valley (Valais)
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Hiking time: 2h30
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Difficulty: moderate
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Elevation: 1605 - 1793 m
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Distance: 7.3 km
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Terrain: meadow, forest
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Region: Matter valley (Valais)
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Hiking time: 2h00
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Difficulty: easy
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Elevation: 1620 - 2125 m
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Distance: 5.8 km
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Terrain: forest
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Region: Matter valley (Valais)
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Hiking time: 2h30
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Difficulty: easy
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Elevation: 1249 - 1444 m
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Distance: 8.7 km
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Terrain: meadow, town, valley, forest
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Region: Matter valley (Valais)
Lang glacier
Informative one or two day hike in the beautiful Lötschen valley.
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Hiking time: 3h30
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Difficulty: moderate
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Elevation: 1770 - 2140 m
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Distance: 8.9 km
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Terrain: meadow, rocky
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Region: Upper Rhone valley (Valais)
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Hiking time: 4h15
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Difficulty: difficult
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Elevation: 671 - 1123 m
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Distance: 9.4 km
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Terrain: meadow, town, valley, forest
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Region: Upper Rhone valley (Valais)
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Hiking time: 1h30
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Difficulty: moderate
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Elevation: 1441 - 1633 m
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Distance: 5.7 km
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Terrain: meadow, along railway, valley, forest
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Region: Matter valley (Valais)
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Hiking time: 2h40
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Difficulty: moderate
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Elevation: 1554 - 1930 m
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Distance: 8.3 km
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Terrain: meadow, town, valley, forest
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Region: Saas valley (Valais)
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Hiking time: 2h50
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Difficulty: moderate
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Elevation: 1772 - 2085 m
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Distance: 8.8 km
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Terrain: meadow, forest
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Region: Upper Rhone valley (Valais)