BALADE: CLIMB TO HOPLÀ
A scenic uphill hike to La Chaux, with musical stops along the way. Reward yourself at the summit with hoplà, a vibrant Latin jazz concert featuring Yilian Cañizares. Lift tickets not included.
Distribution
- Cherries mountain guide, Mountain Leader
Depart on foot from Médran for a moderate to difficult ascent through forest and alpine meadows. Mountain guide Cherries and Festival musicians accompany the group, offering musical stops along the way. The walk ends at La Chaux with hoplà, a vibrant open-air concert where Yilian Cañizares and her quintet blend Cuban, Brazilian, and jazz rhythms—joined on stage by talented musicians from the Verbier Festival Academy. Food and drink are available at La Chaux.
Walk Details
Outbound
- On foot: Médran > Carrefour > Le Hatay > La Chaux
- hoplà concert
Musical programme at La Chaux – hoplà
13:15: Opening Act
14:00: Yilian Cañizares Quintet
Food and drinks available on site
Return
Make your way back at your own pace:
- On foot: La Chaux > Carrefour (bus stop), or
- By gondola: La Chaux > Médran
Duration: 4 hours (not including concert or return)
Walking distance: 6 km
Elevation gain: ↑ 510 m
Difficulty level: Moderate / Challenging
Please note:
- End time may vary slightly depending on unforeseen circumstances.
- The walk is led by a certified mountain guide, accompanied by Festival musicians.
- Dogs on a leash are welcome.
- Commentary will be provided in both French and English.
- Don’t forget to bring sturdy walking shoes, water, sunscreen—and your good humour!