Fighting over who will do the raclette: Life at the alpine cowshed with Emilie Mariéthoz
Description
Emilie Mariéthoz is a hiking guide based in Nendaz in the Valais region of southern Switzerland. Her guiding focuses on local heritage such as Hérens cows and the world-famous raclette, the iconic dish of cheese melted under a lamp and served with potatoes and bread.
Raised as a cow-herder's daughter, Emilie has an authentic connection to alpine farming life and knows the Nendaz region by heart. She offers unique insights into the traditions of the region combined with a deep understanding of the area’s hiking trails and natural landscapes.
Emilie paints a picture of life in Nendaz and shares what makes the region so special in terms of hiking and skiing. She shares some favourite itineraries and hiking routes, and outlines what we might see along the way, including those Hérens cows and the heart-of-the-family meal raclette. She also discusses experiences for visitors beyond outdoor pursuits, for example cultural activities like 'Life at the cowshed' as well as musing on makes Nendaz such a special year-round destination – both in summer and winter.
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