Understanding Avalanche Risk in Winter
I meet all kinds of clients in winter. Some have never really thought about avalanches, while others can’t stop worrying about them. Both reactions [...]
Hiking or skiing?
Skiing is great: you feel free, you're outside in nature, and if you want to you can go full tilt and you’ll get a [...]
The white & wild ? mountains of the Jura
The first snow of the year always brings out in me a wave of childlike happiness! The joy of opening the window and looking [...]
Winterhikes Verbier
Embrace Winter's Charm: Snowshoeing in Switzerland Unveiled Winterhikes Verbier: Nestled in the heart of the Alps, Switzerland beckons winter enthusiasts with its enchanting landscapes [...]
Why Training for a Mountain Trek Is a Smart Idea
(+ Training Schedule)
Hiking might not seem like a high-intensity sport, but don't underestimate it: a multi-day trek through the mountains can be surprisingly demanding — especially [...]
Google maps, signposts or a mountain leader?
What do you need a map for? There are signposts everywhere. That’s what I used to think, until our almost-adventure in 2008 in the [...]
Tips for hiking in the Alps
Some Useful Tips for Hiking safely in the Alps 1. Start preparing your hike at home Maybe you didn’t know, but in the mountains [...]
Discovering the mountains with your dog
Hiking with dogs Discovering the mountains with your dog In the past, I used to enjoy the thrill of extreme activities. However, I [...]
Wildcamping in the Swiss Alps
7 years ago, when I was more or less compelled to walk the Tour du Mont Blanc with a full set of camping gear [...]
Tour du Mont Blanc
Day 1: Les Contamines (Notre Dame de la Gorge) -> Les Chapieux What better birthday gift for your dog than a nearly week-long hike? [...]