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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Long days, perfect temperatures and less crowds make spring one of the best times of year to visit the Alps. As the snowy landscape gives way to lush green meadows, the alpine flowers aren’t far …
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It is difficult to visit the Alps without becoming curious as to how the majestic mountains were formed. The Alps rose up due to the collision of the African and European tectonic plates, but the …
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One of the most memorable aspects of a trek around the Tour Du Mont Blanc is the vast array of wildlife you find on the trail. Here’s a list of the top five most iconic …
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