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Events
Staying for a few weeks or longer? Want to know what is happening in the area? Our events guide is just what you need. Here you will find events in our area both large and small. If you are looking for a specific event you can sort by category or date. Why not enjoy a village fete, a music festival or visit the new art exhibition in Martigny. The choice is yours......
25 - 28 Aug
Ultra Trail Mont Blanc
One of the most challenging ultra races in the world. 2300 participants pushing their limits to the extreme, cross 3 countries at high altitude in difficult weather conditions day and night.. You tube clip by Northface Ultra-Trail


18 June to 26 September
Exhibition Sculptures “Asthmatic Fairy” By Julien Marolf
From 18th June to 26th September at the Jardin Alpin Flore-Alpe
More info : http://www.flore-alpe.ch/fr/Evenements/Exposition/

22 June to 7 September
Guided Tour of the Artillery Fort
22nd to 30th June - Tours from Wed to Sun at 5pm
1st July to 31st August - Tours from Wed to Sun at 2pm & 4.30pm
7th September 2016 - Tours from Wed to Sun at 5pm
Explore a fascinating underground fortress. During your visit, you will discover the machine room, decontamination room, ammunition room, operations room and sick bay, dormitories, battlement tower and more.Meeting in front of the entrance of the Fort
More info: . +41(0)79 340 01 13, champexlac@saint-bernard.ch

24 July
Artisan Market
Local produce and crafts market and activities around Champex lake from 10.30 to 18.00. Food on sale from the stands and the station shops. More than 70 stands

4 - 7 Aug
Music Festival
4 août 2016 21:45
5 août 2016 21:45
7 août 2016 19:00
04.08: Concert de "I Maestri" à 19h45 at the chapelle des Arolles.
05.08: Concert de Cors aux Alpes 19h45 at the chapelle Catholique
07.08: Concert de Trio Bonita à 17h00 at the chapelle des Arolles
Entry Free (collection on exit) http://www.lesmusicalesdechampex.com/

28 July
Verbier Festival 'Fest'Off'
Classical concert with musicians of the Verbier Festival.
Starts 7.30pm at the Flore-Alpe botanical garden (in the event of rain the concert will take place at la chapelle des Arolles à Champex-Lac)
Contact: Route de l'Adray 27, 1938 Champex-Lac
T. +41 (0)27 783 12 17+41 (0)27 783 12 17
info@flore-alpe.ch http://www.flore-alpe.ch

1 Aug
Swiss National Holiday
Spectacular Fireworks and Musical Entertainment

19 August
'Before' Champex Festival.
From 20.00, music at the bar "La Promenade
Route du Signial
1938 Champex-Lac
T. +41 (0)79 720 13 92
info@immoalp.ch

20 August
IAM Champex Challenge.
The first "IAM Champex Challenge" with 2 different cycling courses.
16.00 from Bovernier to Champex-Lac for an ascent that covers - 12km, + 850m
18.00 from Champex d'en-Bas to Champex-Lac for children - 2.5km, + 170m

10 June - 10 July
Euro 2016 at the Broc'N pub
10.06 to 10.07
Live football on TV
Info: +41 79 443 89 90

18 June to 26 June
Swiss botanical garden week
Animations & themed guided visits "Conservation of endangered wild plants"
Info: www.flore-alpe.ch

21 September
Exhibition Sculptures “Asthmatic Fairy” By Julien Marolf - closing soiree
From 3pm at the alpin garden
Aperitive with the artist Julien Marolf
More info : www.flore-alpe.ch

10 & 11 Sept
Flore Alpe - European Heritage Day
Guided visit at 11am and 2pm
Free entrance and guided visits
Info : www.flore-alpe.ch

3 & 4 Sept
Memorial Hill Climb Race
Race from Orsières to Champex-Lac
From 9am, Vintage motor vehicles
Refrehments
Info : http://www.memorial-oc.ch/

28 Aug
Painting Course
From 12.00 to 19.0. in the Flore-Alpe Botanical Garden.
More informations and registrations : Thierry Guyot - Tel +41 (0)9 51 30 08 56 / Aude Berliner - Tel +41 (0)6 62 27 13 85
or on the website : www.flore-alpe.ch

27 Aug
Flore Alpe - Discussion on the Flora of Valais
10.00 to 17.00 with Jean-Luc Poligné
To register: Tel 027 783 12 17 or email info@flore-alpe.ch
Info : www.flore-alpe.ch
Language : Please note tour in French

20 Aug
Music Festival - Free Admission
Champex hosts its annual music festival on 5th September from 18.00hrs until late.. From traditional music to rock, pop, blues and jazz there is something for everyone! For more information visit the Champex'stival website

15 Aug
Boules Tournament
Registration from 8am at the "Place des Forts" to Champex-Lac.
Start at 9.00
Catering on site
Info: 079 606 06 60

14 Aug
Plants Day - Build you own insect house
11am: Conference
3pm: Workshop "Build your own house for insects"
Info: www.flore-alpe.ch
Registration: Flore-Alpe Tel 027 783 12 17 or info@flore-alpe.ch, places limited
Language : Please note in French

13 Aug
Sales of Bird Ornaments made from Sandstone
Open 10.00 to 18.00
Info: www.flore-alpe.ch

13-14 Aug
Radio Controlled Regatta
10-15 radio controlled boats
Starting line from the beach
Info and Registration at the Model Yacht Club Genève : +41 79 413 31 43

6 Aug
Exhibition Sculptures “Asthmatic Fairy” By Julien Marolf
Guided Tour at the Jardin Alpin Flore-Alpe 15.00
More info : http://www.flore-alpe.ch
Please note Tours often in French Language

6 August
Levitation - Paddleboard Challenge
Free introductory course on the lake
Entertainment, bar & BBQ
From 21.00, concert at the bar La Promenade
Info : +41 (0) 27 722 04 / www.levitation.ch

31 July
Gulded Tour - Plants at the feast
11.00 Alpin Garden
Info: www.flore-alpe.ch

31 July
Flore Alpe - Stories & Legends
15.00 : Storyteller at the Gardens
Info : www.flore-alpe.ch
Language : Please note French language

8,9,10 July
Verbier Saint Bernard X-Alpine - Ultra Race
The main Swiss Alps trail,a new route is definitely alpine and will become a real challenge for experienced ultratrailers!

30 July
Brazilian Night Broc 'n Pub
Contact : Mercedes Lovey +41 (0)79 443 89 90

22 July
Tartare Night Broc 'n Pub
Contact : Mercedes Lovey +41 (0)79 443 89 90

18 July to 14 Aug
Discovering Mushrooms
Edible, Medicinal & Toxic Mushrooms Hike with
09.00 - 11.00Pr. Kurt Hostettmann
Info: www.flore-alpe.ch
Language: Please note language French

4-5 June
Swiss Micro Regatta
Saturday 04.06: 11am start of the regattas
Sunday 05.06: 10am start of the regattas
Registration fee: CHF 25.-
Menu (20 CHF) at the restaurant "Vieux-Champex"
Info and mandatory registration before May 21: http://www.sui-microsailing.ch
Check back soon!
Events page is currently being updated for the new season!
Please contact us if you would like to tell us about a local event

22 Oct
International Rally of Vallais
Race Les Valettes-Champex-Lac - Chez Les Reuses
Start at 9.55 am and 2.40 pm
Road closure from 8.30 am to 12.30 am and 1.30pm and 5.30 pm
More info : www.riv.ch