La Gorge

Valais


Head to the Gorge to feast on incredible aerial views of glacial white water racing in the Fee Gorge far below; a second terrace offers views to the Allalin glacier. Two stone knight-in-shining-armour turrets complete the unusual setting. Cuisine is predictable Swiss, with some great choices for young appetites. Two minutes from the centre of the village.


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