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It’s January and I don’t know about you, but I am dreaming of sunnier days (in more ways than one) and spending time exploring the mountains in the summer. There is a particular resort prominent in my daydreams and that would be the luxury mountain resort of Verbier. Having been lucky enough to visit a couple of summers ago, I was blown away by this magnificent, popular Swiss resort. And its south-facing orientation means there is plenty of opportunity to soak up the sunshine! Arguably as popular in the summer as it is in the winter, Verbier offers a wealth of mountain activities, luxurious experiences and some of the best luxury summer chalets in Switzerland. Let me paint the picture of what you can expect from a luxury summer holiday in Verbier…<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

About Verbier<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

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Verbier is set on a south-facing plateau, with stunning views reaching down the sun-kissed green valley that echoes with a hazy hum of jingling cow bells, summer bird song and a faint whiz of mountain bikes as they speed on down the hills. Whilst there is a relaxing peacefulness, Verbier is a hub of summer mountain activity and alpine culture, evident in the energy throughout the resort centre. With plenty of hiking and biking trails as well as more extreme mountain activities such as via ferrata and paragliding, you will have earned your time soaking up the sunshine with a nice cold beverage at one of Verbier’s bars or your luxury chalet’s private terrace.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As Verbier is an easy transfer from Geneva International Airport, plenty of guests holiday in Verbier for a just week or weekend; but it’s also popular with visitors who prefer to stay for a few weeks or even the whole summer season. There are a couple of well regarded summer camps and international schools, where the children can participate in a unique and valuable learning experience, whilst the parents enjoy a change of scenery, working from home in one of Verbier’s best summer chalets.<\/a>\u00a0Then out of hours, you can enjoy some quality family time ticking off your own Verbier bucket list!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Summer Mountain Activities in Verbier<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

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Whether your intentions for a summer holiday in Verbier are to relax, soak up the sunshine, enjoy the fresh alpine air and simply appreciate a change of scene, or to seek adventure by exploring the mountains on foot, bike, parapente, through the treetops<\/a> or even clinging onto a rock face, there are summer activities in Verbier suit everyone…<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Hiking in Verbier<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

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There are over 500km of hiking trails in Verbier. With this huge choice of trails, there’s something for all abilities whether you are looking for leisurely trails and guided tours or more advanced hiking challenges and trail running, Verbier hiking trails will deliver!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Biking in Verbier<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

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Road biking, downhill mountain biking and e-biking are all popular forms of 2-wheel mountain activities in Verbier. Exploring the mountains by bike is a great way to cover some ground, and with 800km of varied trails, there is A LOT to see! If you need the added assistance, or your legs are feeling weary towards the end of your summer holiday in Verbier, then an e-bike is the perfect choice to get around!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Road biking is a great way to add more culture to your summer holiday in Verbier. Discover some great road biking itineraries in Verbier that will take you on a pedal pushing journey to explore charming alpine villages and travel through legendary mountain passes. For the thrill seekers or first-timers, there are 17km of downhill mountain bike tracks<\/a>, ramps and jumps to experience, making Verbier one of the capitals for mountain biking in Switzerland!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Golf in Verbier<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

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Playing golf in Verbier is a special experience. Whether you are a keen golfer or like to have a bit of fun, there are two 18-hole courses as well as a driving range and mini-golf course to practise your swing. Parcours des Moulins<\/a>\u00a0is ideal for perfecting your golfing skills and is open to all golfers and families. For players with a handicap or course permit, head to Pacours des Esserts<\/a> to advance your technical skills at an altitude of 1,800m.\u00a0 There is no better setting to play golf than with a stunning backdrop of the beautiful 4-Vallees mountain range.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Adrenaline Mountain Activities in Verbier<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

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From freeriding, ice climbing, and heli-skiing in the winter, to paragliding, Via Ferrata, sky diving and climbing in the summer, Verbier is undeniably one of the best places in the world for adventure sports. Like most of the mountain activities in Verbier, there are varied levels of Via Ferrata and climbing to suit your ability, but they do require a head for heights and a good thrill threshold. For the ultimate alpine adventures, take the Les Gentianes to Androsace<\/a> Via Ferrata route which takes you up to an altitude of over 3,000m, or head up high in the skies and parachute, or free fall from a helicopter at 4,000m!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Mont Fort Via Cordata<\/a>\u00a0could be a good place to start for those curious to seek alpine activities with an element of thrill. It’s the perfect mixture of hiking, rock climbing and mountaineering with opportunities to marvel at one of the best panoramas in Europe! For the early risers, Mont Fort also offers the best sunrises, which you can experience on early morning\u00a0guided tours with breakfast or yoga included!<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Wellness and Leisure in Verbier<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

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Taking a more relaxed approach to your summer holiday in Verbier, there is plenty to experience to feel recharged and rejuvenated. At the Centre Sportive de Verbier<\/span> t<\/span>here is an outdoor heated swimming pool surrounded by the most incredible mountain views. With tennis and squash courts, indoor climbing, volleyball courts and a large garden, it’s an ideal stop for the whole family.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The thermal baths near Verbier, Les Bains de Levey<\/a> or Bains de Saillon<\/a> are the perfect spots to spend some time pampering yourself and enjoying a touch of ‘you’ time. Les Bains de Levey has the warmest thermal water in Switzerland at 33 – 36\u00b0C and can be enjoyed in a variety of pools. At Bains de Saillon, in addition to the thermal baths, you’ll find a semi-Olympic sized pool, a giant slide and a paddling pool to entertain the children whilst you’re in the zone! On the way back, why not pass through the vineyards at Valais?<\/a>\u00a0Other public spas in Verbier include Away Spa and Fitness<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0SPA Cinq Mondes.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Alternatively, consider a private spa experience in your own luxury chalet in Verbier! The majority of our Verbier summer chalets feature spa facilities such as hot tubs, swimming pools, saunas and steam rooms. On top of this, your chalet concierge will be able to arrange in-house yoga and pilates classes, or even massage treatments, so you can fully relax and unwind in the comfort of your own alpine home. Some of our chalets even run their own mountain fitness retreats,\u00a0if you’re really keen to enjoy a healthy and fulfilling summer holiday in Verbier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Summer Camps and International Schools in Verbier<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

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