The Saas Valley
The Saas Valley is a high alpine valley in the Valais region, southern Switzerland. It is surrounded by 18 mountains over 4000m. You will find unspoiled natural beauty, quiet secluded villages, best target destinations, scenic trails, climbing routes, culinary delights, cultivated traditions, intact hearts of villages, snowy slopes up to 3500m, El Dorado for mountain sports enthusiasts in winter as well as in summer, mountain huts inviting to rest and have a meal.
Events
Be it the suckling pig festival or nostalgic ski races, a film festival or the yodelling fair – there’s always something going on, no matter what time of year it is.
More information about the top events in the Valley of Saas.
Activities in the Valley of Saas
Are you looking for more leisure activities during your holidays? We have a few suggestions!
Traditions in the Saas Valley
The Saas Valley is fond of keeping its traditions – such as the Corpus Christi procession, Alpine Lifts Haying, National Day (August 1 parade), as well as the Old Saas Valley itself with its historical pass crossings, chapels and pilgrimage sites.
Other destinations
Zermatt (about 1 hour away)
One of the TOP holiday destinations in Switzerland! Experience the Matterhorn up close and immerse yourself in the sophisticated and glamorous world of Zermatt!
Thermal bath Brigerbad (about 45 minutes by car away)
The largest open-air thermal bath in Switzerland with wellness and restaurant. Experience the unique thermal and wellness oasis!
Stresa - Lago Maggiore (about 2 hours by car away)
Stresa is a holiday resort on Lake Maggiore in Italy. Enjoy the Italinità and discover the Dolce far niente in wonderful Mediterranean weather.