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Discover the winter life of a classic Swiss alpine resort, where sport, scenery, and social life blend on and off the ice.
This nonfiction guide explores Villars and nearby centers as vibrant winter hubs. It covers the range of activities from skating, curling, and ice hockey to tobogganing and beginner-friendly runs. Readers will also glimpse the social scene, clubs, and performances that accompany the season, along with vivid descriptions of the surrounding landscapes and local towns. The book presents a practical view of how resorts like Villars evolved with winter sports and how visitors can enjoy both compact action and quiet, scenic moments in the Alps.
- Indoor and outdoor pastimes: curling clubs, skating rinks, and amateur theatre
- Different winter sports and routes, plus notes on nearby valleys and summits
- Seasonal life in Villars, Leysin, Morgins, Champery, and neighboring villages
- Historical context and the evolution of alpine resorts for winter visitors
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book is a comprehensive exploration of the beautiful Rhone Valley in Switzerland, focusing on the picturesque district between St. Maurice and Champery. The author takes the reader on a journey through this captivating region, rich in history, natural beauty, and cultural traditions. From the imposing Dent du Midi to the charming village of Villars, this book reveals the many facets of the area, with detailed descriptions of its diverse landscapes, fascinating flora and fauna, and intriguing legends. The author also discusses the region's unique cultural heritage and customs, such as the midsummer fetes at Anzeindaz and Taveyannaz. The book provides a comprehensive introduction to the history of the district and its people, exploring archaeological sites, ancient buildings, and the role of the area in major historical events. Through the author's evocative prose and stunning photographs, this book invites readers to experience the timeless beauty and captivating history of the Rhone Valley. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781331879381_0
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