Animal encounter etiquette

Observe more, disturb less

Maintain distance: around 50 m from hoofed species and 100 m from nests. Pack your own refreshments instead of feeding wildlife. Use binoculars rather than approaching.


Updated: March 2025

Mountain residents

Ibex at dawn by elevated viewpoints
Chamois on shaded slopes within protected areas
Marmots in alpine meadows on sunny days
Golden eagles over broad valleys and ridgelines
Alpine wilderness landscape

Bloom calendar

May–June: alpine roses on lower slopes
June–July: edelweiss along ridges
July–August: gentians in meadows
September: golden larch forests