VerticAlp Les Marécottes - domaine skiable — Attraction in Salvan

Another hidden gem in the Alpine Crown Jewels that is the Magic Pass. There is only one quad chairlift but it is quite new and fast. Visited on a busy weekend and the waits were never more than a few minutes. Loved the local vibe- no tourists (at least not the loud variety so they remained incognito). Easy access by train from Martigny (the Mont Blanc Express, that continues on...

I loved this small ski station with lots of varied terrain and pistes. The views of the Mont Blanc Massif were stunning and the mountain behind the resort equally scenic. Came with a MagicPass and walked from the train station through a town with lots of Swiss character. There is a free shuttle bus from Les Marécottes station, but it isn't marked as...

Quiet resort, mostly for local people. Short but interesting ski slopes. Good security (avalanches). Good restaurants (when they will be allowed to open again). Quaint old chalets, nicely decorated. Trains to Emosson and Chamonix. It is an all season resort. Beautiful hiking trails and...