Blog Saas-Fee/Saastal

Valais Tiramisu

Another specialty of star chef Markus Ries for you to recreate at home. Enjoy! Preparation sponge base Line the springform baking tin with baking paper. Gently warm the eggs through, add with the ...

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Pushing limits

They cover 170 kilometres and 11,300 vertical metres, some in just 30 hours. At events like the Ultra Tour Monte Rosa, runners battle with both nature and the limits of ...

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Roe deer fillet with a red wine reduction, brussels sprout puree and gnocchi

This gourmet recipe comes from star chef Markus Ries from the Hotel Wellness Spa Pirmin Zurbriggen in Saas-Almagell. We hope you enjoy recreating this dish and, of course, bon appetit! ...

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Genepi, the secret comfort of many a Saas Valley resident

A little story about our alpine herbal liqueur. How we make it and why we drink it. Throughout Europe’s Alpine regions, Genepi is well known. The Alpine herbal liqueur, flavoured with ...

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A regular around town: Ramon Zenhäusern

The Olympic champion is a true local of the Upper Valais. He has trained in Saas-Fee since childhood, and last year he was made our official summer ski ambassador. Each summer, ...

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Hayflower soup

Preparation Bring the Gewürztraminer to a boil in a pan, then reduce the heat by half. Then add the water and hayflower, and bring back to the boil. Remove from the heat and ...

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Grüebusee E-Bike Trail

This trail offers spectacular highlights in the form of the three beautiful, turquoise-blue glacier lakes en-route. It climbs from the valley floor at 1,486 metres above sea level, through rich ...

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Weg der Stille

The Weg der Stille above Saas-Grund, is a place of harmony with nature, designed to help you rest and recharge. 18 meditativ stations along the gentle, themed trail invite ...

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Saas Valley route

With this ride you get to experience the whole of the lower Saas Valley, from Saas-Balen up to the Mattmark dam. It offers a range of difficulty levels and a ...

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Tortilla

Preparation Peel the potatoes and onions and chop roughly. Gently heat the olive oil in a frying pan (skillet) over medium heat. Take care not to let the oil get too hot. Add ...

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Scott’s Hohsaas Trail Plus

Mountain biker and Instagram influencer Scott has selected his favourite bike tour in the Saas Valley. Discover his tips and tricks! If you enjoy biking in high-alpine terrain then this destination, ...

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