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CHETZERONOnce upon a time, gondolas swung into the building, but today it is one of the most spectacular mountain hotels in the world. This former cable-car station offers space for 200 people and bright, ultra-modern conference rooms. Activities such as yoga, mountaineering, biking or meditation are on offer, and there are wellness facilities and a swimming pool under the open sky. The restaurant has 12 Gault&Millau points and is recommended by the Michelin Guide.

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LECRANSAt LeCrans Hotel & Spa, the landscape takes centre stage. Located at the top of a hill overlooking the resort, it is surrounded by spectacular scenery with magnificent vistas of spectacular mountain peaks from Matterhorn to Mont Blanc yet facing the warm sun. Altogether it’s a haven of peace and refinement. LeCrans’ chef Pierre Crepaud holds a Michelin star. This place is ideal for a treat or a special occasion. You will be thrilled.

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LA PLAGEFacing Lake Moubra and only a few metres away from the ropes park, this cosy restaurant has a very relaxing terrace with a view embracing the whole resort and the mountain tops. Dining on raclette paired with a beautiful Petite Arvine white local wine is a must here.

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CRANS AMBASSADORThe Crans Ambassador is a privileged haven of serenity located in a cosy, timeless setting. Combining luxury, friendliness, vibrancy and the highest levels of service, this prestigious hotel welcomes guests in search of wellness.

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MAYEN DE LA CUREA typical chalet restaurant covered in summer with planters filled with blooming flowers and the charm you can only find in the Swiss Alps. Located up on the hill at Aminona, diners can enjoy the scenery and the calm of the beautiful summer while enjoying delicious local cheese dishes and charcoal-grilled meat. After a day hiking or biking, this place is heaven.

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LE MEMPHISLocated right at the heart of the bustling shopping street of Crans, this lounge bar with beautiful terrace is the place where everyone meets. Enjoy cocktails, freshly made sushi and delicious pasta, served until 9pm. It’s a great place for people-watching and seeing the luxury cars go by – it’s all part of the charm of Le Memphis.

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ZERODIXNext to the Crans Cry d’Er gondola and the finish lines of the MTB Downhill trails, Zerodix transforms from one of Crans-Montana’s best après-ski venues during the winter into a lively beach house in summer. The eclectic menu includes beautiful salads and creative wraps as well as burgers and great meat dishes. One of the best is a delicious sirloin steak cooked on hot stone.

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ART DE VIVREFamily-run 4★ hotel with a genuine family welcome. There are 24 bedrooms and a suite with balconies and every modern convenience. There’s a wonderful wellness centre including a steam bath, sauna, swimming pool and extensive fitness facilities too. Its unique location in between Crans centre and Montana makes it the perfect place to enjoy the resort. The restaurant is rated 13 by Gault&Millau and offers delicious Mediterranean cuisine with a touch of local flavours.

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CRANSMONTANAHotel +Restaurant GuideCrans-Montana in the Swiss Alps

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When you’re looking for a stunningly beautiful base for your summer mountain holiday, it’s hard to beat Switzerland. Here the still snow-capped mountains rise higher, the green valleys are as lush as they can possibly be and the vistas are, well, just breathtaking.

And none more so than the spectacular region that

surrounds Crans-Montana in the Swiss Alps. With its lakes,

forests, glacier and vineyards, the region has something to

offer every nature and mountain-sports lover.

Stretching from the Rhône Valley right to the Plaine

Morte Glacier at 3,000m, Crans-Montana is a sunny

region with a breathtaking view over a string of

mountain peaks that unfold from Bietschhorn to Mont

Blanc via the Matterhorn.

Sports fans, too, will be delighted to discover a large

array of amenities dedicated to sporting activities,

while cultural devotees will enjoy the wide range of

museums, events and festivals.

In fact, Crans-Montana combines all the benefits of the

urban lifestyle within a mountain setting, with a wide

selection of restaurants ranging from mountain huts to

award-winning restaurants, numerous boutiques and

shops, a wellness centre, a variety of entertainment and

a vibrant nightlife.

Here are five reasons why Crans-Montana is the place

to spend your summer mountain holiday:

A Network of 200km of Road Cycling Routes

From the Rhône Valley to Alpine passes, a network of

200km of road routes, carefully planned by Tour de

France regular Steve Morabito, await you, in order to

explore the wealth of nature in the region.

These divide into 10 routes of varying intensity, all allowing

you to immerse yourself in the surrounding countryside in

all of its diversity. The roads lead you past vineyards, lakes,

picturesque villages and even Alpine pastures.

As well as a reputation for normally sunny weather, if

you’re after some added excitement on your cycling

holiday, the area also offers several events for cycling

fans, such as Cycling for Children, a race organised by

UNICEF in June, and the Tour des Stations, which takes

place in the month of August.

One of the Most Beautiful Golf Courses in the World

Crans-Montana is a prime golf destination. Over a century

of tradition has forged the destination’s reputation

worldwide, alongside its famous courses, the Severiano

Ballesteros (18 hole) and the Jack Nicklaus (9 hole).

One special treat is Hole Number 7 on the Severiano

Ballesteros course, which is widely considered one of

the most beautiful in the world. It offers 180° views over

the neighbouring summits, and the magical Weisshorn.

A chance to reach new heights!

In September many golf lovers congregate for the

Omega European Masters, now in its 72nd year,

but others are simply happy to enjoy the wonderful

views of the Valais Alps, and to take advantage of the

proximity of other courses in the valley, such as those

of nearby Sierre and Sion.

A Hiking Paradise

The possibilities for walks in the region are infinite.

Alongside a stream or a lake, in the forest or mountain

pasture, a wide network of 300km of clearly marked

and maintained paths delight nature lovers.

The Valais region is famed for its “bisses” – historic

irrigation channels – and many walks run at the side

of these. Why not opt, for example, for the Bisse du

Tsittoret, an irrigation canal constructed in the 15th

century, which is known as it is a magnificent walk, with

gentle slopes that are accessible to everyone.

You’ll be using your calf muscles at the beginning,

but you’ll quickly forget the effort when you see the

magical views that the region has to offer.

A stop at the Colombire Eco-museum will provide you with

a chance to catch your breath, while also learning a bit

more about the history and organisation of life in a “mayen”.

Along the route of this pretty walk, several restaurants

are waiting to welcome you for refreshments, and

there’s even a chance to taste a few local cheeses.

A High-Quality Wine-Producing Region

Thanks to its soil, and especially its sunny weather,

Crans-Montana is an ideal region for growing grapes.

Both modern and rustic cellars, all of them very

welcoming, will open their doors to introduce you to

the different local wines.

If you want a strongly wine-themed mountain holiday,

there are also special wine events, such as the Wine

and Local Produce Fair in March, the Open Cellars in

May and the Temps du Cornalin event in September.

But whenever you visit you also have an opportunity

to plunge yourself into traditional “savoir-faire”, meet

passionate producers and even help with the grape

harvest if you wish.

A glass of local wine, a fondue and breathtaking views

– isn’t that the definition of happiness?

Gastronomy Touches the Mountaintops

In Crans-Montana, plenty of mountain huts and

restaurants will be happy to welcome you for traditional

dishes such as raclette or Valais platters, served with rye

bread and the highly renowned local air-dried meat.

Quality local produce, lots of food and wine events, and

passionate local artisans and chefs illustrate the riches

of the region’s gastronomy. Indeed, Crans-Montana is

delighted to have two Michelin-starred establishments

among its many restaurants, Franck Reynaud’s Hostellerie

du Pas de l’Ours and LeMontBlanc by Pierre Crepaud.

Thanks to their incredible talent, these two French

chefs, Valaisan by adoption, interpret with great

delicacy all the different flavours to be found in the

local produce.

But if you’re ready for a culinary round-the-world trip,

you’re in the right place! For a change of scene, you

have the opportunity to enjoy a Lebanese, Japanese,

Argentinian or Italian meal too in Crans-Montana.

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