Pierre Avoi: Climbing paradise
A stunning limestone cliff above Verbier offering panoramic climbing with routes for all levels.
- Routes
- 53
- Difficulty
- 4 - 7
- Length
- 30m
The Pierre Avoi climbing sector sits just below the iconic rock tower overlooking Verbier and La Tzoumaz, offering some of the most scenic sport climbing in the Valais Alps. The walls are made of solid limestone, featuring vertical faces, cracks, and slab routes, making it ideal for both beginners and experienced climbers. Routes are well-bolted and exposed to the sun, with breathtaking views over the Rhône Valley and the Mont Blanc Massif. Access is straightforward via hiking trails from the Savoleyres or La Tzoumaz side, and the summit of Pierre Avoi can be reached by a short scramble or via ferrata. Climbing here combines adventure, altitude, and one of the most unforgettable backdrops in the 4 Vallées region.
Around this place
Climbing
Pierre Avoi
A stunning limestone cliff above Verbier offering panoramic climbing with routes for all levels.
- Routes
- 53
- Difficulty
- 4 - 7
- Length
- 30m
Via Ferrata Farinetta
A thrilling via ferrata above Saillon that follows a dramatic gorge — part adventure, part natural wonder.
- Difficulty
- E/F
- Total
- 4h
- Length
Château Roc
Offering hiking trails and panoramic alpine views across surrounding mountains and valleys.
- Routes
- 14
- Difficulty
- 4-7
- Length
- 25m
Falaise du Vrieux
A scenic limestone crag offering well-bolted routes and peaceful surroundings — perfect for a relaxed day of climbing.
- Routes
- 25
- Difficulty
- 4 - 7
- Length
- 34m
Vallon de Saleina
A wild alpine valley at the foot of the Trient Glacier, home to solid granite walls, long routes, and peaceful isolation.
- Routes
- 103
- Difficulty
- 3 - 7
- Length
- 30m
Bramois
A renowned limestone climbing area near Sion, offering sport and multi-pitch routes for all levels.
- Routes
- 160
- Difficulty
- 3 - 7
- Length
- 30m
Lake
Lac des Vaux
A high-altitude alpine lake above Verbier, surrounded by rocky peaks and perfect for hiking.
Lac de Champex
Lac de Champex offering easy walking trails and scenic views of the nearby mountains.
Lac des Dix
High-altitude reservoir in Val d’Anniviers, Switzerland, framed by glaciers and peaks, known for its turquoise water and the towering Grande Dixence Dam.
Lac de Derborence
A tranquil alpine lake nestled beneath cliffs and forests — perfect for hiking, wildlife spotting, and reflection.
Mountains
Pierre Avoi
A striking rocky summit above Verbier, offering panoramic views and routes for hiking, climbing, and via ferrata.
- Altitude
- 2042m
La Breya
A scenic alpine area near Champex-Lac, offering panoramic mountains, hiking trails, and climbing routes for all levels.
- Altitude
- 2374m
Mountain pass
La Croix-de-Coeur
A panoramic mountain pass connecting Verbier and La Tzoumaz, offering sweeping views and endless outdoor possibilities.
- Altitude
- 2173m
Col d’Orny
A high-mountain pass in the Valais Alps, surrounded by glaciers, peaks, and trails for hikers, alpinists, and climbers.
- Altitude
- 3075m
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