Description
Morning coffee on the balcony—with the Dent Blanche right in front of you
You open the balcony door; the sun is already rising above the peaks, and your view stretches across the entire Val d’Hérens. This 4.5-room apartment is located in the heart of the village of Evolène and features a large balcony with a nearly 360-degree panoramic view. You may also use it as a second home—as a family home or as a retreat for weekends and vacations.
- Can be used as a second home—your own home in the mountains
- Large balcony with nearly 360-degree panoramic views – Dent Blanche, Dents de Veisivi, and the entire valley
- Sunshine even in winter—bright mornings, warm afternoons outdoors
- New triple-pane windows and new floors—move in without a construction site
- Exterior insulation renewed—a comfortable indoor climate all year round
- 3 bright bedrooms—space for family, guests, or a home office
- Living room with dining area and direct access to the balcony
- Quiet building with only 4 apartments
Home or vacation rental
For families, there’s a daycare center, after-school program, and elementary school in the village. As a vacation home, the ski slopes are nearby in winter and the hiking trails in summer. The kitchen is fully equipped and ready to use, and can be modernized later to suit your taste. The bathroom has a shower, toilet, and window.
Location
Evolène was voted the most beautiful village in French-speaking Switzerland in 2012. In the village, you’ll find shops, a cheese dairy, a pharmacy, doctors’ offices, and about ten restaurants. The PostBus runs hourly to Sion, and by car, you can get there in about 30 minutes. The Espace Dent-Blanche ski area offers about 100 km of slopes, plus cross-country trails and snowshoe trails.
At a Glance
- 4.5 rooms, 3 bedrooms
- Mezzanine level
- Large balcony with nearly 360-degree panoramic views
- Suitable as a second home
- Partially renovated: Windows (triple-pane), floors, exterior insulation
- Building with 4 apartments
- Evolène village center, approx. 30 minutes to Sion
Viewing
You have to experience this view for yourself. Give me a call—I’d be happy to show you the apartment in person.
Situation
The apartment is located in the center of Evolène, at an elevation of about 1,370 m in the Val d’Hérens. Evolène is the valley’s main town and was voted the most beautiful village in French-speaking Switzerland in 2012. Old wooden houses, living traditions, and the Dent Blanche (4,357 m) towering above the village define the landscape.
You’ll find everything you need for daily life in the village: grocery stores, the village cheese dairy with regional products, a pharmacy, doctors’ offices, and about ten restaurants. For families, there is a daycare center, an after-school program, and an elementary school offering grades 1H through 8H.
The PostBus stops in the village and runs hourly directly to Sion. By car, you can reach the city and the A9 highway in about 30 minutes.
In winter, the Espace Dent-Blanche ski area—which includes Evolène, Arolla, and La Forclaz—offers about 100 km of slopes with a single ski pass. There’s also the Evolène–Les Haudères cross-country ski trail and numerous snowshoe trails. In summer, hiking and biking trails start right in the village.
Municipality
Evolène is located in the Val d’Hérens, south of Sion, and, with an area of about 210 km², is one of the largest municipalities in Valais. Its highest point is the Dent Blanche at 4,357 m. The municipality includes several villages: Evolène itself as the main town, as well as Les Haudères, Arolla, La Sage, Villa, La Forclaz, and the hamlet of Lannaz.
The municipality has strong ties to its traditions. Here, the old Franco-Provençal dialect is still spoken in everyday life, and the Evolène Carnival, with its wooden masks, is known far beyond the valley. The villages of Evolène and Les Haudères, as well as the hamlet of Lannaz, are listed in the Inventory of Swiss Heritage Sites.
The municipality thrives on tourism, agriculture, and crafts. It is also home to the Eringer cow, a hardy breed from the Val d’Hérens. The Espace Dent-Blanche ski area, the high valley of Arolla, and numerous hiking and mountaineering trails make Evolène a year-round destination—for both residents and visitors.
Access
By car: Take the A9 highway to the Sion-Est exit, then follow the signs for “Val d’Hérens.” The route from Sion to Evolène is about 24 km long and takes approximately 30 minutes.
By public transportation: The PostBus on Line 381 (Sion–Les Haudères) stops right in the village at the “Evolène, Village” stop. It runs hourly every day and takes about 35 minutes to reach Sion. At the Sion train station, you can connect to trains heading toward Lausanne, Geneva, Visp, and Brig.
Shops/stores
The village has everything you need for daily life. In Evolène, there are grocery stores and a traditional village butcher shop offering regional products. The village cheese shop sells cheeses from the valley, including the famous Tomme. There’s also a pharmacy and sports shops that rent out skis and other equipment.
For larger shopping trips, you’ll find all the major supermarkets, specialty stores, and shopping centers in Sion, about 30 minutes away.
Leisure time
Winter
The Espace Dent-Blanche ski area connects Evolène, Arolla, and La Forclaz. Together, they offer about 100 km of slopes accessible with a single ski pass. Directly from Evolène, the chairlift takes you to the slopes of Chemeuille, up to about 2,600 m. Cross-country skiers will find about 60 km of trails in the region, including the Evolène–Les Haudères trail. There are also toboggan runs, snowshoe trails, and winter hiking trails. During the Christmas season, the Parc de la Dent-Blanche is illuminated and hosts a small winter market featuring local artisans. In February, the Evolène Carnival takes place.
Summer
Hikes start right in the village—for example, to Lac d’Arbey, where the Dent Blanche is reflected, or up to the Chemeuille Alps. Mountaineers will find peaks in the valley such as the Dent Blanche and the Pigne d’Arolla. A via ferrata offers routes for families with children as well as for experienced climbers. There are also cycling and mountain biking tours throughout the Val d’Hérens. The Grande Dixence dam is located in the neighboring valley.
Conveniences
Neighbourhood
- Village
- Villa area
- Green
- Mountains
- Vineyard
- River
- Residential area
- Shops/Stores
- Shopping street
- Bank
- Post office
- Restaurant(s)
- Pharmacy
- Bus stop
- Child-friendly
- Playground
- Nursery
- Preschool
- Primary school
- Secondary school
- Horse riding area
- Ski piste
- Ski resort
- Cross-country ski trail
- Hiking trails
- Bike trail
- Soccer pitch
- Ice rink
- Theatre
- Concert hall
- Religious monuments
Outside conveniences
- Balcony/ies
- Terrace/s
- Greenery
- Perimeter insulation
Inside conveniences
- Without elevator
- Eat-in-kitchen
- Furnished
- Unfurnished
- Built-in closet
- Triple glazing
- With front and rear view
- Natural light
- With character
- Timber frame
Equipment
- Cooker/stove
- Oven
- Fridge
- Freezer
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Connections for washing tower
- Shower
- Phone
- Cable/TV
- Internet connection
Floor
- Tiles
- Parquet floor
Orientation
- South
- East
- West
Exposure
- Optimal
- All day
View
- Nice view
- Clear
- Far view
- Panoramic
- Park
- Fields
- Forest
- Mountains
- Alps
Style
- Rustic