Ultimate Guide to Skiing in Valais: Discover the Best Slopes in Southern Switzerland
Switzerland might appear small on paper, but it truly expands when you look up. Welcome to one of Europe’s most mountainous countries, where the Alps ripple across 60% of its territory. With a whole lot of vertical, peak performance is the mantra here – the Swiss seem practically born with skis on their feet, and even four-year-olds will whizz by you on the slopes. The thrill is never greater than where the glacier-capped Alps reach their pinnacle: Valais, a stunning canton tucked away in the south of Switzerland and straddling the Italian border.