Trains, buses, lifts and bikes: here, everything is designed so you can move with the flow of soft mobility. Choosing public transport, hopping on your bike or simply walking a little further is often the best way to discover Verbier – Val de Bagnes and all the little gems hidden along the way.
Staying on marked trails, keeping your distance from wildlife, closing gates behind you, keeping your dog on a lead and picking up after it: simple actions that help protect a balance that is sometimes invisible.
The mountains are shared with those who live here, humans and animals alike.
By following the indicated routes, you help protect the soil and the natural environment, while avoiding disturbing an entire ecosystem that quietly thrives in its own home.
If you’re lucky enough to encounter wildlife, we invite you to:
Wild animals are in their natural habitat and need peace and quiet.
Little tip: don’t forget your binoculars to observe them from afar.
Hibernation mode ❄️
In winter, some species hibernate or live off their reserves: disturbing them forces them to expend precious energy and can put their survival at risk.
In a natural environment such as Verbier – Val de Bagnes, the risk of fire can be significant. Lighting a fire is strictly prohibited throughout the protected area of the Haut Val de Bagnes. Outside this area, do not light fires within 200 metres of woods or forests.
At certain times of the year, municipal or cantonal regulations may impose a total ban on fires across the territory. If in doubt, check the latest information here
Many species of flowers, animals, and fungi are rare or protected. We invite you to admire and photograph them while allowing them to grow and live freely in their natural environment.
The Verbier – Val de Bagnes region is home to both wildlife and people. Whether by car, van, motorbike, bike or on foot, please respect the tranquillity of the area.
Take a deep breath and leave your speaker switched off in your backpack to fully enjoy your experience in nature.
Good to know: out of respect for everyone, all noise must stop from 10 p.m. in natural areas.
In this incredible playground, you’ll meet many enthusiasts like you: on bikes, on foot or on horseback. To ensure everyone can enjoy the mountains, remember to share the trail, give way when needed and stay alert to vehicles if your route crosses a road.
With the exception of the bisses, which are mainly reserved for pedestrians, most mountain trails in the destination are shared by different users who pursue their passions on the same paths. Respect and awareness allow everyone to fully enjoy the experience.
In Valais, this coexistence is encouraged through the Fairtrail project, an initiative that promotes respect and tolerance between hikers, mountain bikers, farmers and nature. Its goal is to allow everyone to enjoy the trails while preserving the environment and local activities.
Finally, for your safety and to protect nature, remember to check paragliding flight zones, climbing areas, trail running and mountain biking routes, as well as the applicable regulations before heading out.
Within the municipality of Val de Bagnes, a bivouac (sleeping under the stars without a tent) may be considered if the following conditions are respected:
Waking up facing the peaks, opening the van door and feeling the fresh mountain air. Van life has that sense of freedom that makes you dream.
In the Verbier – Val de Bagnes destination, wild camping and overnight parking outside authorised areas are not permitted. To preserve the landscapes, the tranquillity of the surroundings and the balance with local residents, overnight stays are only allowed in the designated campsites and camper areas of the destination.
The good news: they are well equipped and ideally located, offering the perfect way to enjoy the mountains while respecting nature and the local environment.
Our rangers are out in the mountains
Our rangers help ensure that local regulations are respected, and the area is protected. You may meet them out in the field — they can guide you to the authorised campsites and camper areas in the destination.
In the mountains, water is not available everywhere. On some routes, water points can be rare or even non-existent.
Remember to bring enough water and hydrate regularly throughout your outing.
Diving into a high-altitude lake — clear water, silence, peaks all around — is a magical experience. But these environments are also fragile.
In certain protected areas, such as the Haut Val de Bagnes Federal Wildlife District, swimming may be restricted or prohibited in order to preserve wildlife and natural habitats. Be sure to check the local signage and respect the rules in place.
Even where swimming is allowed, a few simple actions make a difference:
Mountain lakes remain very cold, even in summer. Enter the water slowly, stay cautious and enjoy the moment surrounded by nature.
Near grazing herds, you will often encounter livestock guardian dogs whose role is to protect the animals from predators such as wolves or lynx. They are working partners of farmers and shepherds — not pets.
If possible, we invite you to:
Little tip: to help plan your outing, don’t forget to check the map showing the areas where livestock guardian dogs are present
In Verbier – Val de Bagnes, dogs are welcome. But out in nature, they are guests too. The mountains are a shared space where wildlife, livestock, and visitors live side by side. A few simple gestures help preserve this balance.
Simple rules to enjoy the mountains together
On trails, in alpine pastures or in the heart of the villages, your dog must remain under control at all times. It is forbidden to let a dog roam unsupervised, especially in public spaces or on agricultural land.
Within the Haut Val de Bagnes wildlife reserve area, dogs must be kept on a leash. Your dog must also be on a leash in villages, near schools, on public playgrounds and sports facilities, in public transport, at stations and stops, as well as in busy public places or areas where this obligation is signposted.
The mountains are a fragile refuge. Chamois, marmots, black grouse and roe deer live here all year round. Avoid sensitive areas and keep your dog close to you, especially at dawn and dusk.
In summer, alpine pastures host herds and sometimes livestock guardian dogs. Approach calmly, keep your dog on a leash and walk around the animals if possible.
Hikers, mountain bikers and families all share the same trails. Anticipate crossings and call your dog back if necessary.
A simple but essential gesture to protect pastures and keep the trails clean for everyone.
In some places, dogs may be restricted or not allowed for reasons of safety, hygiene or nature protection.
During hunting periods, signs will also indicate that your dog must be kept on a leash.
A calm dog, close to you, means a more peaceful mountain for everyone.
In the Haut Val de Bagnes Federal Wildlife District, the use of drones is strictly prohibited.
This protected area is home to sensitive wildlife and rare species. Flying drones can disturb animals, especially during crucial periods such as breeding or wintering. Please respect these preserved areas and keep your drone in your bag within this perimeter.
Outside protected areas, drones may be used within the destination provided that Swiss regulations from the Federal Office of Civil Aviation (FOCA) are respected.
Some key rules:
Before every flight, consult the official FOCA guidelines and restrictions online to ensure the area is permitted and that you are aware of the applicable regulations.
Please fly responsibly and respect the tranquillity of the mountains, their inhabitants and wildlife.
No. Bivouacking and wild camping are strictly prohibited throughout the protected Haut Val de Bagnes area. Outside this zone, only a light bivouac without a tent, and in compliance with current regulations, may be tolerated in certain areas.
No. Overnight stays in vans or motorhomes are not permitted outside designated areas. They must take place only in authorised campsites and camper areas within the destination, such as the Bonatchiesse campsite or the Le Châble P4 area.
Staying on marked trails helps protect the soil, limit erosion and avoid disturbing wildlife and plants in areas that are sometimes very sensitive.
Stay calm, keep your distance and give the herd a wide berth if possible. Do not try to interact with the dogs. If you are cycling, get off your bike. If you are with a dog, keep it on a leash.
In the protected Haut Val de Bagnes area, lighting fires is strictly prohibited. Outside this area, fires are only allowed in existing fire pits and must respect any municipal or cantonal restrictions, especially during dry periods.
It depends on the location. In certain protected areas, swimming may be restricted or prohibited. Where swimming is allowed, avoid using soap or chemical products, leave no waste behind and respect the tranquillity of the surroundings.
Not everywhere. In the Haut Val de Bagnes Federal Wildlife District, the use of drones is strictly prohibited. Outside protected areas, drones may be used provided Swiss regulations are respected.
Dogs are welcome in the destination, but certain rules apply. They must remain under control at all times, be kept on a leash in several places and respect regulated areas, especially sensitive zones for wildlife and livestock.
Even a fruit peel, tissue or food scrap can disturb the natural environment. In the mountains, what seems harmless can have a long-lasting impact on soil, water, wildlife and the quality of the landscape.
It is best not to. Some species are rare or protected, and what belongs to nature should remain in nature. You can admire and photograph them while leaving them undisturbed. Mushroom picking is allowed outside the Haut Val de Bagnes Federal Wildlife District, provided regulations and protected species are respected.
By using public transport or soft mobility whenever possible, staying on marked trails, taking all your waste with you and respecting signage, wildlife, livestock and the tranquillity of the mountains.
Because the mountains are a living and inhabited environment for both animals and people. Reducing noise, avoiding speakers and respecting the calm of the area — especially in the evening — allows everyone to enjoy the experience.
