Year-round experiences
Choose the best month for the ideal experience
Pair activities with safer, lower-impact windows: avalanche checks in winter, blooms in spring, cool mornings in summer, and quieter ridgelines in autumn.
Updated: March 2025
Winter
Stick to designated snow trails and review avalanche conditions beforehand. Keep dogs on a leash and steer clear of quiet areas.
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Spring
Late spring brings blooming in many valleys: skip muddy edges to prevent trail widening, and visit at dawn for birdlife.
Summer
Begin early for glacier visits, swim only in approved zones, and think about microspikes for early-season snowfields.
Autumn
Amber forests and cooler mornings yield gentler hikes. Opt for quieter huts and stick to sturdy trails.