The Matterhorn with its four steep cliffs is without a doubt one of the most impressive peaks on our planet. And the King of the Alps is most impressive when seen from the town of …
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Spotting wildlife on the Tour du Mont Blanc or Chamonix Zermatt Haute route is always an exciting moment. Whether it’s a majestic ibex on a mountain cliff, a fluffy marmot bathing in the sun or …
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Fall has arrived in the Alps, which means mushrooms are popping out of the ground everywhere and leaves of deciduous trees are showing beautiful orange, red and yellow colors. The bright vibrant colors of mountain …
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Edelweiss, or Leontopodium nivale, is the symbol of the Alps and is perfectly adapted to life in the alpine zone. The tiny hairs on the plant collect thousands of air bubbles which protect the flower from burning …
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