The  Anniviers Valley has marked  tracks for all levels of cross-country skiers. For more variety, why not ski to Vercorin or Zinal for a breathtaking trip across the valley. Unless you would prefer to go out in the evening cross-country skiing along the one and a half kilometres of Zinal’s lit up track. Refer to the Ski touring map of Grimentz where this is shown as the Green 3 to see the layout. 

A  loop in Zinal at the foot of the Couronne Impériale, the “imperial crown” of 4,000 metre peaks that frame the valley. The trail is easily accessible, suitable for both classic and skate skiing, and does not present any special difficulty.

It boasts scenery to take your breath away so take care not to   trip up on your skis as you admire the impressive peaks!

The cross-country ski trail begins at the car park of Plats de la Lée (alternatively you can start below the Hôtel Europe). If you tackle the loop clockwise, starting on the right (east) bank of the river, you will climb gently as far as the Gietti bridge. Here, you cross over to the left bank, and follow it downhill to the Singline bridge. From this point, you have the option of continuing as far as the Barmette bridge and then returning to the Singline bridge (e.g. if you have parked at the Singline car park).

Illuminated in the evenings until 9 pm.

 The majority of the Randa trail winds through snowy woodland. The highest point of the trail is reached after around 1.5 kilometres and is followed by the first exciting descent, past Camping Attermenzen and back towards Randa. The trail topography here is also hilly and you need all your concentration to ensure you don't end up falling in the snow on the short descents. There is a total of 208M of ascent.

If you’d prefer less challenging terrain, head for the easier trail in Täsch.

Depending on the snow conditions, the Täsch and Randa trails are linked together.

The trail in Täsch can be reached from Zermatt in 12 mintues by rail.

There are changing facilities, lockers and toilets available in the Matterhorn Terminal Täsch.

Equipment can be hired in Alpini Sport (Täsch).

This is a 1hr 20 minute drive from Grimentz and useful as a training loop if combined with some sight seeing.

In a paradisiacal snowy landscape, the Simplon Pass offers you a cross-country trail prepared in classic and skating style. The historic pass crossing is also open in winter and is an ideal recreation area with plenty of snow.

Located on the south side of the pass, the track offers ideal training conditions due to its altitude of 1850 metres above sea level. The circuit starts at the Barralhaus and leads in a short ascent up to the Alter Spittel.

The building was the original hospice built by Kaspar Stockalper. The three upper floors served the Stockalper family as a summer residence. Below, poor travellers were given free accommodation and meals.

The trail continues over the plain of the hamlet of Gampisch, which is farmed in summer. Afterwards, the trail leads back to the Barralhaus, which is a real eye-catcher for visitors with its floor plan of 7x120 metres. It was built by the clergyman Pierre Barral, who built the building as holiday accommodation for his pupils. However, Barral went bankrupt before the building was completed. Today, the Barralhaus is owned by the army.

On the Simplon Pass there are two hotels with restaurant and the historical hospice which you can visit.

This is a 45 minute drive from Grimentz and has around 7 routes which you can seee here 

A 1 hour drive from Grimentz

This climb through the eastern sector of the ski area joins the Crêt-du-Midi and takes you through the pasture of Tracuit. This is generally sunny in the first part of the day, and ideal for a break. The second part is a little more technical. It will take you to the top by crossing an area of wildlife tranquility. On this part, stick strictly to the markup.

The route starts at the bus stop in the village of St-Jean, at 1327m, and crosses pastures, before continuing in the forest, until Chiesso Blanc. There is a change of scenery for the second part, with a regular climb around the ski area, which allows you to reach the top of the Grands Plans chairlift. At that height there are a few meters left to complete this route. Once at the top, it only remains to enjoy the breathtaking view before your descend.