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Mountain Portraits
History of Piz Bernina Queen mountain of the eastern Alps
Like a solitary hero embodying greatness, the Piz Bernina rises over 4000 metres into the sky of the Swiss Grisons. Carried by the splendor of Biancograt, the mountain joins the Italian Alps through the Spallagrat. But beyond the intertwined glaciers and rocks, can you hear the story of this fierce king? The rustle of an indomitable land in search of infinity? Here's the story of Piz Bernina, queen mountain of the Eastern Alps. History of Piz Bernina : Birth of a giant at summit in Graubünden summit the highest mountain in the Bernina range, Piz Bernina ...
Alpine locations
Heliskiing in Switzerland 6 Top Destinations for a unique day out
Who hasn't dreamed of skiing in a field of powder amidst majestic scenery? Combining luxury and high altitude, the heli-skiing experience takes you through some of Switzerland's most beautiful panoramas. The helicopter drops you off at summit , then skis you down to the Alpine valleys. Here are six must-see heliskiing destinations in the Swiss Alps. 1 - Heli-skiing from the Petit Combin: the jewel in the crown of Verbier Sovereign of the kingdom of rock and ice, the Petit Combin dominates the 4 Vallées. I invite you to ski on ...
Meetings at summit
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. ...
Alpine locations
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 you want to ...
Mountain Portraits
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 Dent d'Hérensthe elusive treasure of the Valais Alps. The Dent d'Hérens : Birth of an Alpine giant on the Swiss-Italian border La 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 ...
History of the Alps
Gaston Rébuffat Poet of the summits and exceptional mountaineer
Combative and determined, Gaston Rébuffat clung to the mountains as he grasped life, with a fiery passion mingled with elegance. From the calanques of Marseille, he became one of the most brilliant mountaineers of his time. Holder of the most daring records, he was the first man to successfully climb the six great north faces of the Alps. A member of the historic summit expedition to Annapurna in 1950, and a renowned writer and film-maker, he will always be remembered as one of the most famous mountain guides in the Chamonix valley. Portrait of Gaston Rébuffat, poet of the peaks and exceptional mountaineer. Gaston Rébuffat ...
History of the Alps
Portrait of mountaineer Lionel Terray Virtuoso conqueror of the high mountains
Lionel Terray, a prodigious mountaineer with a legendary destiny, lives to the rhythm of the mountains and their titanic peaks. Nourishing his heart with the scent of the peaks, his body clings to the rock as if they were one. From the highest summits of the Alps to the eternal snows of the Himalayas, from the fabulous Andes to the ice of Alaska, he triumphs over the most perilous crossings. Portrait of an exceptional adventurer, mountaineer Lionel Terray, virtuoso conqueror of the high mountains. Lionel Terray: Birth of an exceptional mountaineer in the French Alps On July 25, 1921, in Grenoble, France, a star was born. Conqueror of the ...
Mountain Portraits
The Zinalrothorn imperial crown torch of Zinal
From the heights of Zinal rises a mountain, a sylph-like goddess of exceptional stature whose silhouette unites dissonant waves. The Zinalrothorn seems to defy the laws of nature. How can such a slender peak become so imposing? How can its jagged rock withstand so much combat? The Zinalrothorn, thousand-year-old beacon of the Imperial Crown of Zinal, defies time and mankind to reach the sky at the summit of the Valais Alps. Portrait of the Zinalrothorn: Flambeau de la Couronne impériale de Zinal Like a lighthouse illuminated in the middle of the night, ...
Alpine exhibitions
Fine art photography at the Hotel Eringer exhibition 2024
Since the beginning of 2024, I've been lucky enough to have my work displayed on the walls of the prestigious Hotel Eringer, built on the heights of Sion, between the Val d'Hérémence and the Val d'Hérens. Featuring the highest mountains in the Swiss Alps, they celebrate nature's dazzling mastery at a remarkable frame . Hotel Eringer: an unforgettable experience at summit of the Swiss Alps In the village of Hérémence, the Hotel Eringer offers guests an unforgettable experience. At the heart of the 4 Valleys ski area and opposite the resort of Thyon-les-Collons, this exceptional location offers a ...
Discover Thomas Crauwels
Modern romantic artist, Thomas Crauwels has a recognized and distinctive style that has won numerous Swiss and international awards.
Between Beauty, Majesty and Purity : Thomas Crauwels invites us on a grandiose, authentic journey to meet the giants of snow and ice that have moved him. A conduit for emotions, halfway between two worlds: his works elevate us.
Discover the artist
Between Beauty, Majesty and Purity : Thomas Crauwels invites us on a grandiose, authentic journey to meet the giants of snow and ice that have moved him. A conduit for emotions, halfway between two worlds: his works elevate us.
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