As any avid skier knows, Verbier is one of the top resorts in Europe for skiing. However, many may overlook this incredible resort as an option when considering where to go on summer vacations. Throughout the summer months you can delight the whole family with a wide variety of events in the stunning alpine resort of Verbier.
Alps In Luxury take a look at what’s on in Verbier this summer – which events are happening in and around the Swiss mountain resort throughout the coming snow free summer months.
With average temperatures in Verbier in summer being just above 25 degrees Celsius, you can rest assured that those ski season winter temperatures will be nowhere to be seen when you venture on your summer alpine retreat, which is just perfect for a vacation comprising of hiking, mountain biking and paragliding – or just relaxing with the panoramic mountain views and attending some well-loved music festivals.
Montreux Jazz Festival
July 1st – July 16th 2016
This visionary festival has been taking Verbier by storm for almost 50 years, having been created in 1967 by the late Claude Nobs. Infamous for it’s amazing artistic collaborations, unforgettable concerts and ambitious projects, the festival mixes all genres of music and showcases some of the most talented new young artists.
Some of world’s most legendary artists have taken to the stages at the Montreux Jazz Festival, including Deep Purple, Adele and the late music icon Prince.
This summer you can see some amazing acts, including Van Morrison, Neil Young, ZZ top, Jamie Cullum, and PJ Harvey just to name a few. Find out more about the official Montreux Jazz Festival site.
Although located about an hour away from Verbier itself, it is easy to travel to by either car or train.
To enquire about luxury summer chalet availability in Verbier this summer during the festival Montreux Jazz Festival email us here.
Classic Music Festival
22nd July – 7th August 2016
Verbier Classic Music Festival will be marking its 23rd edition this summer. The international festival for classical music takes place over two weeks every summer since it was founded in 1994 by T. Son Engström. Since its creation it has hosted some poignant artists from the classical arena, such as Julian Lloyd Webber, Leif Ove Andsnes, Martha Argerich and Leonidas Kavakos.
The Verbier Classic Music Festival, located in the idyllic Swiss Alps is renowned for showcasing young musical talent as it incorporates an Academy and three orchestras as well as its world-class classical performances: the Verbier Festival Orchestra, the Verbier Festival Chamber Orchestra and the Verbier Festival Junior Orchestra. Alexandra Coghlan, classical music critic of the New Statesman, even considers the festival to be more of a ‘laboratory’ for music making.
This year will see performances from the likes of Yuja Wang, Kyung Wha Chung, Behzod Abduraimov, Bryn Terfel, Kate Aldrich and Ying Fang and many, many more. Find out more about the festival on the official Verbier Classic Music Festival website.
To enquire about luxury summer chalet availability in Verbier this summer during the Verbier Classic Music Festival email us here.
Jumping International de Verbier
17th August – 21st August 2016
The International horse jumping show brings together some of the greatest riders from Europe, so there’s plenty to entertain – whether you’re riding or just watching. The equestrian show has the added wow factor, with the spectacular backdrop of mountain-top views. You can out more about the event on the official Jumping International de Verbier website (the website is in French but allows Google translate to interpret it in English).
To enquire about luxury summer chalet availability in Verbier this summer during the Jumping International email us here.
Artisanal Market
17th July – 7th August
During the summer months in the centre of Verbier there is a weekly traditional market offering a range of delicious organic regional food and drink, and handmade craft products. The market will be open every Sunday for four weeks, on Rue de la Poste.
Outdoor Activities in Verbier this Summer
If you are the adventurous ‘outdoors type’ there are lots of other activities available for you to enjoy throughout the summer months in Verbier, such as mountain-biking/cycling, hiking, glacier walking, canoeing, rock climbing, golf and paragliding. You are bound to find something to suit your summer holiday needs.
If this has inspired you to give a luxury summer holiday in Verbier a go, get in touch!
You can contact us by telephone on +44(0)1202 203659 or simply email us and one of the team will return your request immediately.
