Alpine locations
Hôtel Chetzeron an alpine jewel in the heart of Crans-Montana
In the heart of the Crans-Montana ski area, at an altitude of 2112 meters, stands an exceptional hotel. An Alpine sanctuary where contemporary architecture and design bow to the majesty of the Imperial Crown of Zinal. The 4-star Hotel Chetzeron lets us discover the splendor of a sovereign nature. I invite you to discover the Hotel Chetzeron, ... Read more
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Ascension Chronicles
Ascent of the Dent du Géant Normal route
August 2023. I'm tackling the Dent du Géant. This rocky peak rises to an altitude of 4013 metres in the heart of the Mont Blanc massif. It is one of the most climbed summits 4000 meters in the Alps. 14 metres lower, it fell back into the shadows. Unnoticed by record-seeking climbers. I've admired this mountain for many years. Its silhouette evokes the immensity of a world dominated by titans of stone. I've painted some fabulous portraits of it. The sharp fang of a fantastic creature determined to devour the sky. But I hadn't ...
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Climbing the Weissmies Giant in the Valais Alps
July 2023. I'm about to climb the Weissmies. The mountain is beautiful, but nothing really connects us. And I had no immediate plans to join him at summit. Our meeting was the fruit of chance, a will of nature. Because today, the conditions are just right for climbing it. Culminating at an altitude of 4017 metres above Saas-Grund, the mountain is one of the giants of the Alps at over 4000 metres. And I took up the challenge of exploring them all. So it was time to head off with my guide, Johann Filliez, to the valley ...
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Eiger ascent via the Mittellegi ridge bernese alps
July 2023. I face the Eiger. The bernese alps ogre peaks at 3967 meters above sea level at Grindelwald. The mountain owes its ominous reputation to the many climbers who have lost their lives attempting to scale its merciless north face. I have no pretension today of tackling this gigantic cliff. But it is possible to follow another, more accessible and welcoming route. Climbing the Eiger via the Mittellegi ridge has long been a dream of mine. For the role the mountain plays in the history of mountaineering. For its charismatic stature too, it ...
Alpine locations
Matterhorn Hut climbing stories, access and main routes
Cabane du Cervin, hörnlihütte, cabane du Hörnli... Perched in the Valais Alps, near Zermatt, it is a beacon for mountaineers attempting to climb the Matterhorn. Suspended between heaven and earth, the hut welcomes men and women in search of adventure and communion with nature. The hut occupies a special place in my heart, as it lies at the foot of the mountain that fascinates my soul. That's why I naturally made a donation of 11 works depicting the Matterhorn from every angle. Explore these 11 alpine photographs throughout this article. Discover the story ...
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The Spaghetti Tour Ascent of Monte Rosa through Italy
June 2023. I'm ready to set off and meet Mount Rose. From the valley of Zermatt, the high summits of this massif catch my eye. Now it's time for me to climb them. At the start of this summer, I've decided to do part of the Spaghetti Tour, the famous Italian side of the Monte Rosa giants. On the program: the ascent of Punta Giordani, Pyramide Vincent, Corno Nero and Ludwigshöhe. Thanks to the sound advice of my guide, Johann Filliez, my expedition will then take me to the summit of Parrotspitze, Zumsteinspitze and ...
History of the Alps
Alexandre Calame
Alexandre Calame (1810-1864) is one of the most important Swiss artists of the 19th century. He is closely linked to the Alps, and it is obviously as such that he interests us here. Together with François Diday, he is the main representative of the Geneva school of painting.
