Four seasons
Choose the best month for the right experience
Align activities with safer, lower-impact windows: check avalanche risks in winter, blossoms in spring, cool mornings in summer, and quieter ridgelines in autumn.
Updated: April 2024
Winter
Stick to marked snow routes and review avalanche conditions beforehand. Keep dogs leashed and avoid quiet zones.
Check safety bulletin
Spring
Late spring is bloom season in many valleys: avoid muddy edges to prevent trail widening, and go at sunrise for birdlife.
Summer
Begin early for glaciers, swim only in designated areas, and consider microspikes for early-season snowfields.
Autumn
Golden forests and cooler mornings make for calmer hikes. Choose quieter huts and stay on durable paths.