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FacING Mont-Blanc
A journeyASCENTSATIONAL
#verticalpemosson
OPEN FROM 20 MAY UNTIL 22 OCTOBER 2017
Mont-Blanc4810 m.
SPECTACULARPEAK EXPERIENCE
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In the heart of Espace Mont-Blanc,
midway between Chamonix (F)
and Martigny (CH), VerticAlp
Emosson takes you to the top of
Emosson Dam, the second largest
water reservoir in Switzerland.
Using three rail systems forming
an unparalleled tourism park,
the world’s steepest funicular
with two carriages, the panoramic
train and the mini-funicular, you
will disembark at an altitude of
1,965 m, facing the magnificent
panorama of the legendary
Mont-Blanc.
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Funicular• Height difference: 700 m • Length: 1306 m• 87% maximum slope• 2 tunnels• Departure: Le Châtelard (VS)2panoramiC
Train• Length: 1650 m• 5 tunnels• Panoramic line on a mountainside
Minifunic• Height difference: 143 m• Length: 260 m• 73% maximum slope • Arrival: lake Emosson
1 THE CHÂTELARD FUNICULARDeparture point of your adventure, two new panoramic
carriages take you on an amazing vertical trip. During the ascent the view opens onto an increasingly grandiose alpine landscape, until you arrive at Montuires station, 700 m higher.
2 THE PANoRAMIC TRAINOn a track winding up a mountainside, the train takes you
through forests and tunnels to the foot of Emosson Dam.The panoramic train offers magnificent views of the entire Mont-Blanc massif while overlooking the deep Bouqui canyon.
3 THE MINIFUNICThe third of these amazing systems is a railtrack
that takes you to the open Emosson heights overlooking the lake.
3 TIMES MORE INTENSE ADVENTURE
ChamonixGeneva
Courmayeur
MartignyAosta
Le Châtelard (VS)1125 m
Finhaut1224 m
Emosson Dam
1930 m
Le Châtelard- Frontier
Les Montuires1825 m VerticAlp
café
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BREATHE, RELAX, TAKE A BREAK AT VERTICALP CAFÉAt les Montuires, enjoy local flavors with family and friends at VerticAlp Café. There are also areas dedicated to children.
Throughout the season, discover many events, special friendly evenings, concerts, exhibitions and many other surprises...
Share a very original meal and build memories, sitting around a barbecue grill table welcoming 8 guests.
Contact us to book and tell us about your requirements!
T. +41 27 769 11 [email protected]
Our team offers to privatize the funicular and the entire area to organise a reception, for groups from 50 to 300 people.
Contact us for more information in order to create an extraordinary event that your guests will remember!
ENJOY OUR SPECIAL EVENINGS AND EVENTS> 23/07 : CosmoJazz Festival.Free concerts at Emosson and Les Montuires.> from 7/07 until 25/08 : «HAPPY FRIDAY» nightEvery Friday, the funicular is FREE from 5PM to 10PM to come to the VerticAlp Café. +info: www.verticalp-emosson.ch
A VERTI’GRILL wITH FRIENDS ? BOOK YOURS! SPECIAL OCCASION TO CELEBRATE, CORPORATE MEETING
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VERTICALP CAFÉ - LES MONTUIRES ALL SUMMER, get verticalp vibe
2831 m
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Vieux-Emosson lake2205 m Vieux-Emosson
2150 mVieux-Emosson lake
2205 m Vieux-Emosson2150 m
41KEY POINTS
Shuttle bus access onlyMont-Blanc Express train
Tourist informationEmosson Restaurant Buvette Vieux-EmossonHut / Refuge / Chalets
Shuttle bus access onlyMont-Blanc Express train
Tourist informationEmosson Restaurant Buvette Vieux-EmossonHut / Refuge / Chalets
Lac de Salanfe1909m
Giétroz
Lac Vert
Emosson lake
BarberineDam
EmossonDam
1930m
Finhaut1224 m
BarberineLa VillazLe Mollard
TrientCol de la ForclazMartigny
Chamonix
Les Montuires1825m
Emosson square
Alpage deFenestral
Le Siseray
Le Morzay Vallorcine
Le Châtelard (VS)1125 mLe Châtelard
Frontier
Glacier des Fonds2600 mGlacier des Rosses
Mont Ruan3057 m
Bel Oiseau2631 m
Pointe de la Finive2838 m
Tête du Grenairon2734 m
Le Cheval Blanc
Col des Corbeaux2603 m
Col du Vieux
Col de la Terrasse2640 m
Pointe de la Terrasse2732 m
Aiguille de Loriaz2752 m
Le Perron2674 mBrèche du Perron
Tour Sallière3220 m
Oeil de Boeuf2653 m
2500 m
Alpage d’Emaney
Chalet de Loria
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Dinosaur footprints siteDinosaur trailTour of Vallée du Trient & RuanBarberine trailTo Vieux-Emosson hut
Dinosaur footprints siteDinosaur trailTour of Vallée du Trient & RuanBarberine trailTo Vieux-Emosson hut
WALKS AND HIKES
Lac de Salanfe1909m
Giétroz
Lac Vert
Emosson lake
BarberineDam
EmossonDam
1930m
Finhaut1224 m
BarberineLa VillazLe Mollard
TrientCol de la ForclazMartigny
Chamonix
Les Montuires1825m
Emosson square
Alpage deFenestral
Le Siseray
Le Morzay Vallorcine
Le Châtelard (VS)1125 mLe Châtelard
Frontier
Glacier des Fonds2600 mGlacier des Rosses
Mont Ruan3057 m
Bel Oiseau2631 m
Pointe de la Finive2838 m
Tête du Grenairon2734 m
Le Cheval Blanc
Col des Corbeaux2603 m
Col du Vieux
Col de la Terrasse2640 m
Pointe de la Terrasse2732 m
Aiguille de Loriaz2752 m
Le Perron2674 mBrèche du Perron
Tour Sallière3220 m
Oeil de Boeuf2653 m
2500 m
Alpage d’Emaney
Chalet de Loria
wATERFLOw – 1,2,3 DAMSEmosson Dam is one of the three facilities of the site that include Vieux-Emosson Dam and Barberine Dam which is visible until early summer then submerged by the water. Guided tour possible on reservation:[email protected]
THE HUT AT VIEUX-EMOSSONJust an hour’s walk from the arrival station of the mini-funicular is the Vieux-Emosson Hut. Perched on the rocks, its terrace over-looks the Emosson lake. Stop for refreshments, before conti-nuing to the famous dinosaur footprints archeological site. + info : www.cabaneduvieux.ch
EMOSSON SqUARELocated directly on the main square overlooking the lake, an information desk and souvenir shop are open every day to guide you around.
A few meters away, visit the chapel of La Gueulaz, dedicated to Notre-Dames-des-Neiges, built in 1976 to replace the former Barberine Chapel which had been flooded by the building of Emosson Dam.
The restaurant at Emosson Dam offers an unparalleled panoramic view. For menus and practical information, visit: www.emossonresto.com
A PROTECTED wILDERNESS AREAThe Emosson site has a rich natural environment.For those who know what to look for, the alpine fauna and flora are magnificent everywhere you turn.
A HIKER’S PARADISEWith a wild scenery and panoramic views, many marked trails, Vallée du Trient is the ideal starting point for all types of tours and hikes, for all tastes and all levels, such as the Tour du Ruan, the Cheval Blanc or Bel Oiseau climbs.
A unique destination, in the heart of Espace Mont-Blanc.
DINOSAUR TRACKSThe most famout target of excursion is without a doubt the dinosaur footprints left more than 250 million years ago by ancient reptiles on the Vieux Emosson site.
At the best of the summer, scientists go there to do research. They are always ready to offer explanations to hikers. Count a good 5 hours to walk from Emosson back and forth.
Book a guide to make sure you don’t miss a thing around Emosson!
+ info :www.valleedutrient-vallorcine.com 9
EXPLOREDiscover
Special Conditions The AG, CJ and 1/2 rates pay the price for a child • Children under 6 years travel free. 1 person free for every 10 paying participants • Dogs are allowed and travel free. A CHF 5 fee is requested for the transportation of bicycles. * Prices in EURO are subject to change based on exchange rate.
VERTICALP EMOSSON RATES 2017 SINGLE GROUPS from 10 persons
Single ticket Return ticket Single ticket Return ticket
CHF EUR* CHF EUR * CHF EUR* CHF EUR*
30 27 40 36 24 22 32 2915 14 20 18 12 11 16 15
15 14 20 18 12 11 16 148 7 10 9 6 5 8 7
18 16 22 20 14 12 18 169 8 11 10 7 6 9 8
Adults from 16 years oldKids from 6 to 16 years old
Adults from 16 years oldKids from 6 to 16 years old
Adults from 16 years oldKids from 6 to 16 years old
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BENEFIT FRoM OUR OFFERS & PACKS
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OPENING Saturday 20 may 2017
CLOSING Sunday 22 october 2017
OPENING Dates
PACK MONT-BLANC EXPRESSTake the train to Châtelard (VS) !Mont Blanc Express travels through unspoiled nature and au-thentic alpine villages, all along the Trient Valley. Special offer for sale in TMR stations Vernayaz, Les Marécottes and Finhaut and with the Octodure travel agency in Martigny. + info: www.mont-blanc-express.com
COMBINED RAILAwAY OFFERwith the CFF RailAway combined offer, get lower prices!Throughout Switzerland, get great rates on your train journey and VerticAlp Emosson. Offer available at all CFF stations.+ info: www.cff.ch
SENIOR OFFERYou are over 65? Get 20% off!Not valid with other discounts.
CARTE D’HÔTE PASS & GENS DU PAYS OFFERResident in Chamonix? Get 20% off! ! The carte d’hôte is handed over by your host or must be removed at the Mairie or Chamonix tourism offices for a small price and get other discounts during your stay.
HAPPY FRIDAY OFFERFrom 7 July to 25 August 2017 the funicular is free every Friday from 5PM to 10PM to come to the VerticAlp Café! A moment of relaxation and conviviality in an enchanting setting?Enjoy a lively music evening at the Montuires.
FAMILY SPECIAL OFFERYou come with your family? Get 20% off!Valid for 2 adults with 2 children or 1 adult with 3 children. Not valid with other discounts.
LoW SEASoN HIGH SEASoN 01/07 > 17/09
First up 9.00 9.00Last up 17.00 17.30First down 9.55 9.55Last down 17.25 17.55
TIMEs
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ANNECY
ALBERTVILLE
AOSTA
MARTIGNY
CHAMBÉRY
TORINO
LYONPARIS
MARSEILLE GENOVA
MILANO
VISP
BERNZURICH
GENEVA
GRENOBLE
CHAMONIX
LAUSANNE
FINHAUT
SION
SwITZERLAND
ITALYLe Châtelard VS
FRANCE
> BY TRAINWith the Mont-Blanc Express, from Martigny (30’) or Chamonix (1h).www.mont-blanc-express.com
> BY BUSFrom Martigny, by col de la Forclaz (from 20/06 until 20/09).www.tmrsa.ch
> BY CAR From Martigny, by col de la Forclaz (30 mn)From Chamonix, by col des Montets (30 mn)
HOW TO GET TO VERTICALP EMOSSON> DISTANCES• Martigny 25 km• Verbier 40 km• Lausanne 100 km• Geneva airport 120 km (via Chamonix)• Chamonix 25 km• Courmayeur 45 km• Aosta 70 km• Sion 50 km• Visp 95 km
> ACCESSIBILITYSites are accessible to disabled persons, families with strollers and to dogs on leash.
VerticAlp Emosson Gare du Funiculaire
Route du Châtelard 6CH - 1925 Le Châtelard VS
T. +41 27 769 11 [email protected]
www.verticalp-emosson.ch
#verticalpemosson
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