Alpine locations
High-altitude wines: discover three exceptional cellars in the Valais vineyards
When the vine blends with the aura of the mountains, the Valais Alps unfurl their winegrowing treasures. On land sculpted by the mountains, vines seem to have found their rightful place. It finds refuge on steep, sunny slopes, clinging to terraces that men have been building for decades, even centuries. ... Read more
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Apartment decoration, Chalet decoration
From the majesty of the peaks to the warmth of an interior - a practical guide to sublimating your space with alpine art
The Alps have fascinated people for centuries. They inspire artists, nourish the collective imagination, and perpetuate a sense of grandeur while providing a profound sense of calm. Bringing Alpine art into your home is an invitation to experience the quiet strength and spirit so characteristic of life at altitude. This guide offers concrete, practical solutions for creating a summits atmosphere in harmony with your living space, whether it's a traditional chalet or a contemporary apartment. 1 Understanding the essence of alpine art contemporary alpine art is characterized by its diversity and ability to ...
Alpine locations
The most beautiful viewpoints in the Alps in winter
Escape to the Alps and discover the freshly snow-covered summits . Embracing the most beautiful peaks with your eyes. That's what I want you to experience this winter of 2025. Discover here my selection of the five most beautiful winter vantage points in the Alps. Each offers a unique perspective on the giants of rock and ice. The hamlet of Findeln: majestic views of the Matterhorn From the hamlet of Findeln, near Zermatt, you can admire the king of the Alps: the Matterhorn. This pyramid of rock and ice, with its near-perfect shape, ...
Ascension Chronicles
Climbing story Conquest of Piz Bernina by the Biancograt
I've photographed Piz Bernina and its magnificent Biancograt ridge so many times. But now it's time for us to meet again. Alongside my guide, Johann Filliez, I'm heading for Graubünden, in the Swiss Alps. Together, we're about to embark on a grandiose journey to the Bernina summits . Together, we're about to climb Piz Bernina via the Biancograt before descending to Diavolezza. Ascent of Piz Bernina via Biancograt : Pontresina to Tschierva hut July 2024. The stormy skies keep the summits the Valais away from man. So Johann ...
History of the Alps
History of the first mountain refuges Alpine feat
From makeshift shelters to comfortable lodgings, alpine refuges have evolved over time. As landmarks in the heart of the mountains, they play an essential role in man's relationship with nature. Here, I present the history of the first mountain refuges, an Alpine feat at the gates of heaven. History of the first mountain refuges: from their origins to the advent of mountaineering At a time when the Alps were unexplored, only a few men ventured there, braving the cold and the dangers. Shepherds and hunters populating the valleys, crystal-makers and smugglers plying the summits to survive ...
Cottage decoration
The perfect blend of noble materials and fine art photography in exceptional chalets
In the world of exceptional alpine residences, the harmony between architecture, materials and art defines the true soul of a chalet. Beyond their primary function as homes, these residences become the stage for a subtle dialogue between mountain tradition and contemporary artistic expression. Among the most successful associations is the marriage of noble materials - century-old wood, local stone, patinated metals - and fine art photography, particularly monochrome high-mountain works that capture the very essence of the Alps. This alliance, far from being fortuitous, is based on a fine understanding of contrasts, resonances and complementarities. In this article, we explore the delicate art ...
Mountain Portraits
Aiguilles Rouges d'Arolla History of the ascent of an emblematic summit
The Valais Alps abound with gigantic, sublime mountains. But in the heart of this realm of rock and ice, nature has fashioned a massif without equal. Here, I present a portrait of the Aiguilles Rouges d'Arolla , a celestial journey to the gates of the sublime. Portrait of the Aiguilles Rouges d'Arolla : the birth of a colossal mountain The Aiguilles Rouges d'Arolla blaze in the skies above the Swiss Valais. Born from the union of summits and breccias, they take flight between Lac des Dix and Val d'Arolla. This mountain chain in the Valais Alps unfurls its ridges from the Col des ...
