Lifestyle
Villa Castagnola timeless elegance on Lake Lugano
Nestled on the luminous shores of Lake Lugano, Villa Castagnola stands like a jewel of elegance and history. Behind its centuries-old walls, it embodies a rare Lifestyle , where the beauty of the past meets the demands of the present. More than just a hotel, it's a living house, inhabited by souls and stories, ... Read more
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Apartment decoration, Chalet decoration
Creating a master suite in your Gstaad chalet - luxury and privacy
Between age-old traditions and contemporary refinement, discover how to create a personal sanctuary in the heart of the Swiss Alps. The essence of alpine luxury in Gstaad Nestled in the privileged setting of the Swiss Alps, Gstaad is the epicenter of a Lifestyle where mountain charm meets uncompromising elegance. The ideal master suite combines three essential dimensions: breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding summits , absolute comfort, and the privacy that transforms this space into a veritable sanctuary. Location and orientation: the foundations of exception Gstaad's most sought-after districts, notably Oberbort, offer what connoisseurs consider to be the gold ...
Meetings at summit
Interview with Léo Billon at the heart of high-level mountaineering
In 2025, Léo Billon once again confirms his qualities as a top-level mountaineer. This summer, with Enzo Oddo, he signed the first free ascent of the Lafaille route at Les Drus, considered to be the hardest route in the Mont Blanc massif. A member of the Groupe Militaire de Haute Montagne (GMHM), Caporal-Chef looks back on his career, his encounters and his landmark expeditions. He also shares his thoughts on the mountain environment, his relationship with danger and the qualities required to reach the highest level. Interview with Léo Billon, one of the finest mountaineers of the 21st century. ...
History of the Alps
Early scientific research in the Alps
High mountains have always held a special place in people's hearts. An object of fear or fascination, a devil's lair or a divine creature. The Alpine 4000s forge ideals just as they arouse fervor. But beyond the mere desire to conquer them, man sees in their immensity the means to experience high altitude. To experiment at the gates of the sky, to advance his knowledge. From the 18th century onwards, high summits became observatories. The time had come for the first scientific research in the Alps. Scientists' first steps at the summit the Alps The Age of Enlightenment ...
Apartment decoration, Chalet decoration
Alpine decorating to enhance your chalet in Val d'Hérens
The Val d'Hérens, the unspoilt jewel of the Valais, captivates visitors with its majestic landscapes and authentic architectural heritage. Its ancient chalets, century-old barns and wooden raccards tell the story of a valley where traditions and ancestral know-how are proudly perpetuated. But how do you sublimate this unique architecture in an interior design that respects its original soul while integrating contemporary comfort? Discover the secrets of successful Alpine decoration in this charming valley. The Val d'Hérens, a treasure trove of traditional architecture Nestled between Sion and the Italian border, the Val d'Hérens is renowned for its typical villages such asEvolène and Hérémence, witnesses ...
Ascension Chronicles
ASCENSION STORY The Aiguilles du Diable traverse
Les Aiguilles du Diable. A harrow of invulnerable rock rising above Mont Blanc. The Corne du Diable, the Chaubert, the Médiane, the Carmen and the Isolée, five peaks that carve out the ChamonixMont Blanc skyline at over 4,000 m altitude. Like a call to come and outwit their traps, to measure themselves against the highest mountains, to become one with the Alps. The day has come to make their ascent a reality. From the Aiguilles du Diable to the summit Mont Blanc du Tacul. Like a waking dream at the gates of heaven. Traversée des Aiguilles du Diable: Unexpected journey to the ...
History of the Alps
Verbier Village Commune de Val de Bagnes
Verbier Village lies at an altitude of 1400 m in the Swiss Valais. It is part of the municipality of Val de Bagnes, born in 2021 from the merger of Bagnes and Vollèges, in the district of Entremont. The last echo of a world where the Alps were nothing but forests and meadows, the village of Verbier has joined the stars. Today, it is dominated by the 4 Vallées ski area and its famous winter sports resort. Verbier Station dazzles mankind, cradle of the extreme and theater of exploits. But in the shadow of its world-famous slopes, what has become of the mountain and the imprint of ...
