St-Luc > Tignousa (2186m) by funicular, then Tignousa - Zinal on foot
Tignousa offers a splendid panoramic view. The Weisshorn Hotel, built in 1882, the first stage of this day, is also in sight. The solar system represented on the Planets Trail leads you there playfully, passing via the Rouaz alpine pasture (ChaletBlanc 2179 m) where Saturn and its rings have taken shelter. The climb to the Weisshorn Hotel begins at Chiesso (2201 m). After about 30 minutes you reach this Historic English-style hotel (2337 m)
This interstellar journey goes on towards Pluto, the last dwarf planet. Don't miss it, after a 20-minute walk. This pleasant hike continues towards the Nava Alpine pasture and then towards the Barneuza Alpine pasture (2211 m), The landscape begins to change as the descent to Zinal approaches. The descent to Zinal is steep and takes about 45 minutes
OUR ADVICE
What to discover in St-Luc
• François-Xavier Bagnoud Observatory • Planets Trail• Tsigière des Planètes • Weisshorn Hotel • Planetarium • Guided visit of the village • Visit of the 16th century mills • Bread making
For gourmands
• Don't miss the famous blackberries cake at the Hôtel Weisshorn
Information
• St-Luc funicular is free for Magic Pass holders. Anniviers Liberté Pass holders have 50% discount.
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