Spring is now well under way and the warmer weather makes you want to enjoy outdoor activities. In order to get your legs back in shape for the summer season, follow our expert's tips to warm up gently. In terms of culinary specialities, asparagus plays a starring role, but other seasonal vegetables and fruits can also steal the show. By bike, on foot, with your fork, enjoy all the pleasures of spring in Valais.
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Tips from our expert
Getting in shape before the season
With the return of the fine weather, the urge to hike is growing. To get back in shape, Laura, our hiking expert, suggests you start with the first stage of the Chemin du Vignoble which offers breathtaking views over the Rhone plain and the possibility to stop in one of the region's cellars to taste a glass of wine.
Did you follow Laura's advice? If so, you'll soon be able to take on some of the most beautiful pass roads in the canton. Book your stay now so you can enjoy them as soon as they open.
Your 2023 hiking challenge: the Vineyard Trail on foot
Walk the four stages of the Vineyard Trail from Martigny to Leuk and discover our Valais vineyards by tasting local wines in the various cellars along the way.
Horns against horns, two cows defend their place as queen in the arena in front of a crowd that holds its breath. Dress in your most royal attire to witness this tradition.
Go ahead and enter our competition on World Bike Day (3 June 2023), by posting a photo or video of your favourite route or bike along with the hashtag #velovalaiswallis. The prize? A picturesque Chemin du Vignoble trip for two.
Take part in the Strava "Marked climbs in the Valais" competition by cycling the last quarter of one of the marked climbs in the canton and recording your cycle trips on your Strava account. You could win a cycling holiday for two in Valais.
Discover our video dedicated to one of the star spring vegetables: asparagus! Aymeric, a passionate asparagus producer, gives us an insight into his work and his family business.
What seasonal fruit and vegetables are available in May?
This month, asparagus, spinach, zucchinis, strawberries, radishes, lettuce and tomatoes are in the spotlight. Download our calendar to find out all the harvesting and availability periods.
Are you looking forward to the opening of the Alpine passes to warm up your calves? Take advantage of this pre-opening period to train on the different legs of the Valais Vรฉlo Tour.
Our winegrowers open their doors for a tasting or a meeting during which you can discover the diversity of their wines.
Giro d'Italia - 19 and 20 May 2023
Come and support the cyclists during the two stages of the Giro at the finish or start villages or along the Valais roads on which the race will take place.
Ride the Alps - 20 May, 10, 11 and 23 June 2023
On these days, the roads to Crans-Montana (20.05), Thyon 2000 (10.06), Tseuzier (11.06) and the Sanetsch (23.06), will be closed to traffic to allow cyclists an exceptional climb in complete safety.
Tour de Suisse - 14 and 15 June 2023
With a leg crossing the whole canton between Monthey and Leukerbad and a start in Fiesch, the Tour de Suisse will offer cycling athletes the most beautiful landscapes.
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