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Emilie Gavillet

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"This is a dam (barrage de la Grande-Dixence). Switzerland is quite knows for them, I feel like they are everywhere and produce an enormous amount of energy. This one is truly breathtaking and one of the most famous. Things to do there: - Start at the bottom and be amazed by its size - Visit a free exhibition on its story, you can even reserve tickets and visit inside the dam - There is a cable car you can take that brings you to the top - Walk on the dam and around it; enjoy a picinic! - Be on the lookout for Edelweiss or marmot - Visit the Saint-Jean chapelle - Ride the AlpineLine, the longest zipline in Switzerland "

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Emilie La Gavi

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Switzerland Like A Local: 10 lakes worth hiking to + where to eat & stay

Looking to explore Switzerland like a local and discover hidden lakes? This guide is for you if you are looking for a day adventure or a weekend escape in the South-West of Switzerland. This guide includes various lakes worth hiking to, with restaurant available on your way, and even where to stay overnight if you wish to! If you are looking for an app when going hiking: SwitzerlandMobility. In there you will find every information you need about hikes you want to do! Tip: if you are a tourist (not living in Switzerland) and will be traveling by train for a few days, it is totally worth looking into buy a pass for public transportation. It might sound expensive but wait until you see single trip prices... Single trip ticket are so expensive, almost every resident has a monthly or yearly pass... Jump to the end of the post to purchase your affiliated link for your Swiss travel pass! Always double check the weather before going! As locals say, in Switzerland, you can experience the four season in one day! Don't hesitate to reach out for more questions! Enjoy

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Lac des Dix, 1987 Hérémence, Switzerland

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