All-year rounds
Choose the best month for the ideal experience
Align activities with safer, lower-impact windows: avalanche checks in winter, blossoms in spring, cool mornings in summer, and quieter ridgelines in autumn.
Updated: March 2024
Winter season
Stick to designated snow routes and review avalanche conditions before you go. Keep dogs on a leash and avoid quiet zones.
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Springtime
Late spring marks bloom season in many valleys: avoid muddy edges to prevent trail widening, and hike at dawn for birdlife.
Summertime
Begin early for glaciers, bathe only in designated zones, and consider microspikes for early-season snowfields.
Autumn season
Golden forests and cooler mornings create calmer hikes. Opt for quieter huts and stick to durable trails.