Orsières: Hotels and accommodations
Accommodation in Orsières
Two alpine valleys branch off in Orsières: Val d’Entremont and Val Ferret. Val Ferret extends towards the foothills of the Mont Blanc range. Orsières is located in the French-speaking part of the Swiss canton of Valais and in the Entremont district.
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Nature
The municipality extends across alpine valleys and slopes crossed by forests, alpine pastures and mountain streams. The alpine landscape is considered suitable for hikes and nature experiences. Pointe de Sesal and Le Châtelet are located near Orsières. Le Crêt, Roc de l'Oiseau and Les Blisiers are situated in the surrounding area of Orsières.
Culture and history
References to Orsières date back to the 12th century; the village developed in connection with alpine farming and historic trade routes across the Great St Bernard. Orsières has a village character: traditional Valais houses stand alongside modern chalets and newer buildings.
Orientation
The climate in Orsières is described as alpine, with snowy winters and mild summers. Swiss main road 21 runs through Val d’Entremont towards the Great St Bernard and connects with Italy’s Strada Statale 27 del Gran San Bernardo. Secondary roads lead from Orsières over the Champex Pass through the Durnand Valley.
To compare other destinations, you can also visit Liddes, Champex, Sarreyer, Le Châble, ski accommodations in Verbier, La Fouly, Vollèges and Fionnay.
To the higher-level travel overview: Entremont.
