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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John Mitchell Fine Paintings : a window on Alpine art in London
Heir to the John Mitchell Fine Paintings gallery in London, William Mitchell cultivates a passion for the mountain world. At the heart of his art house, Alpine paintings and photographs adorn the walls, highlighting the most renowned artists of the Alps. Enthusiastic William Mitchell has just one goal in mind: to show Britons the majesty of summits. Where art meets the mountains, the director pays tribute to the world of rock pyramids through the works he exhibits. Meet William Mitchell, Londoner and admirer of the peaks. The John Mitchell Fine Paintings gallery: an echo of ...
Mountain Portraits
The Mönch The hero of the bernese alps
The Mönch feeds the imagination of Alpine lovers. In the shadow of its brothers, the mountain rises, unrolls its ridges and points its sparkling summit skywards. Alpinists love to climb it and contemplate the splendours of Grindelwald and the canton of Berne. But do we really know the history of this colossus that rises alongside Jungfrau and the Eiger? Here's a portrait of the Mönch, hero of the bernese alps triptych. The Mönch: hero of the bernese alps triptych On the borders of the Valais and Bern cantons, the Mönch unfurls its grandiose ridges. ...
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Gastronomy summits 5starred restaurants to discover in the Alps
There are places that awaken unsuspected flavors in us. Places that fascinate as much as they take us on a culinary journey. In the realm of the senses, the table is set. Cuisine becomes an art. menu , a masterpiece. The dance of aromas takes place in the heart of the most beautiful mountains. Under the Alpine sky, the moment seems suspended. Let me take you on a tour of five Michelin-starred restaurants that pay tribute to the beauty of rock pyramids. 1 - The Alpina Gstaad: culinary excellence Between the mountains and plains of Gstaad, a jewel has been ...
History of the Alps
Guardians of the Alps History of mountain guides
In 1942, Roger Frison-Roche shed light on the profession of mountain guide in his famous novel Premier de cordée. The world then discovered the exceptional know-how of these pass-keepers, who until then had remained in the shadow of the highest summits. Here, I tell you the story of the guardians of the Alps, seasoned mountaineering virtuosos. The guardians of the Alps : Pass guardians from Antiquity to the Renaissance Since ancient times, armies have called on mountain dwellers to guide them through the twists and turns of these hostile places. Crossing the passes is a necessity if one is to ...
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La Dent d'Hérens Elusive treasure of the Valais Alps
Can you hear the echo of an impenetrable mountain? On the borders of Switzerland and Italy, it hides in the shadows of its dazzling sisters. Hiding its infinite beauty from the eyes of the world. Today, I'd like to tell you the story of the The Dent d'Hérens the elusive treasure of the Valais Alps. The Dent d'Hérens : Birth of an Alpine giant on the Swiss-Italian border The Dent d'Hérens arose several million years ago from the brutal clash of the tectonic plates of Africa and Europe. From the folding of the rocks, the mountain awoke and pointed skywards in a sudden burst of ...
History of the Alps
Bradford Washburn Forerunner of aerial photography
Iconic mountaineer and renowned cartographer, visionary explorer and genius photographer, Bradford Washburn reinvents the art of the mountain as he makes history. Resolutely and passionately, he joins summits to better sublimate them. Alongside his wife Barbara Washburn, he has devoted his life to the breathtaking natural world, from the heights of Alaska to the far reaches of the Himalayas. Portrait of a legendary adventurer, Bradford Washburn, precursor of high-mountain aerial photography. Bradford Washburn: Birth of a legendary mountaineer at summit de l'Aiguille Verte Henry Bradford Washburn Jr. was born on June 7, 1910 in ...
