Verbier Seasonal Chalets

If you have secured a seasonal chalet in Verbier, you will be pleased to know that getting around the resort is pretty straightforward. Verbier is pedestrian-friendly, and there are free shuttle buses, gondolas, ski lifts, and public transport linking Verbier to the wider Valais region.

Travel By Air

Part of Verbier’s appeal is its easy accessibility by air, road, and rail. For those looking to relocate or stay for an extended period, ease of transport can be a high priority.

Geneva airport is approximately a 2- 3 hour car or train journey from Verbier. Regular train services run from Geneva Airport to Le Chable with a transfer at Martigny. The journey from Zurich airport is approximately 4 hours. Trains run from Zurich airport to Le Chable with a transfer at Lausanne. Private and shared shuttle services and helicopter transfers are also available from both airports.

The closest airport to Verbier is the regional airport of Sion, which mainly caters to private and charter planes, perfect for those looking for a luxurious and comfortable ride.

Verbiers Shuttle Bus

Free Shuttle buses cover the ski resort, making it easy for visitors and locals alike to reach anywhere in Verbier. The shuttle buses run year-round but operate a reduced timetable during summer when there is less demand.

Four main lines connect Verbiers key locations, meaning those seeking long-term rentals in Verbier don’t have to worry about getting a car.  Red (L1), Green (L2), Yellow (L3), and Blue (L4) provide links to Medran, Brunet, Savoleyres, Carrefour, Le Hameau, and Patier.

All the shuttle buses pass through Place Centrale (the heart of Verbier, where you will find shops, restaurants, essential services such as banks and pharmacies and connections to other transport options.  As well as through Medran, the main ski lift in Verbier, which provides access to Les Ruinettes, La Chaux, and Mont Fort. Two additional shuttle bus routes service Verbier’s higher-altitude villages, Orange Line (L5) and Light Blue Line (L6).  The Pink Line (L7) connects Verbier’s car parks of Perin, Catonge, Ermitage, and Medran.

By Gondola To Savoleyres And La Tzoumaz

Verbier’s efficient inter-connected lift and gondola system makes travel amongst the Four Vallees a breeze. A high-speed eight-person gondola allows you to access Savoleyres and La Tzoumaz directly from Verbier.

La Tzoumaz is often quieter than Verbier and is popular with families.  La Tzomumaz village has a cosy, alpine feel and boasts an open-air ice rink, bars, shops, a 10 km toboggan run and heli-pad for off-piste heli-skiing adventures.  Savoleyres is La Tzoumaz’s main ski area, queue sizes are often smaller for lifts, and there are plenty of exhilarating ski runs that cater for all abilities.

Regional Connections From Le Chable

The nearby village of Le Chable is a pivotal gateway to Verbier and the surrounding region. Le Chable is connected to Verbier by bus and a gondola service that runs in summer and winter. The gondola makes for a picturesque and hassle-free way to travel between Verbier and Le Chable in only ten minutes.

From Le Chable, the TMR SA buses provide regional bus services to Bruson, Moay, Lourtier, Sarreyer, Fionnay, and Mauvoisin.  For those staying longer in Verbier, exploring these nearby hamlets presents an opportunity to discover the charm of the Val De Bagnes region and its spectacular natural beauty.

In addition to the bus, a train station links Le Chable with the larger town of Martigyn. From here, there are excellent train links to the rest of Switzerland and Europe, making exploring outside of Verbier easy, whether you’re heading to major Swiss cities, other regions, or even international destinations.

While Verbier is a hotspot for tourism, the town caters to its year-round community with a range of amenities to meet local people’s everyday needs.  You will find both the USB bank and BCV bank in Verbier, which provide a full range of banking services.  Verbier Medical Centre provides emergency and general medical care.  The nearest major clinic, the Swiss Medical Network Clinic, is located in Sion, roughly a 50-minute drive or an hour train ride from Le Chable.  You will also find a post office and pharmacy in Palace Centrale.

Several larger supermarkets have a presence in Verbier. Migros, one of Switzerland’s largest supermarket chains, is located in the centre of Verbier and is an excellent value for your weekly shop. It stocks a wide range of groceries, fresh produce, meat, baked goods, and drinks. The brand also has the Migros partner shop in Le Chable at the Villa des Dames shopping centre.

There is also the Coop supermarket in the centre of Verbier, Denner, one of Switzerland’s leading discount retailers, and 13* Pam Valais, a grocery chain that aims to support local producers by stocking quality local produce.

One of the joys of relocating to a new place is immersing yourself in its culture and local cuisine. Verbier has many independent and speciality stores that showcase the region’s fantastic regional produce.

Check out the historic cheese shop La Chaumiere, founded in 1959 and stocking cheeses from across the Alps. Or visit the renowned La Laiterie de Verbier to pick up local specialities and world-famous raclette. La Laiterie features an innovative cheese vending machine so you can get your raclette or fondue fix 24/7. Another fantastic Verbier-based cheese shop is the La Fromagerie d’Etiez, which focuses on producing artisan cheeses made from the milk of local producers from the Valais region.

Verbier has several options for local butcher shops. Charming Chalet Gourmand has been in business since 1954 and offers a range of quality produce, including artisan meats, fresh seafood, including lobster, oysters, and king crab, locally produced delicatessen products, and a selection of fine wines, spirits, and cigars. Another excellent choice is La Boucherie Verbier, which serves up quality cuts of meat alongside fine wines and local products.

In the heart of Verbier, you will find Michellod, an artisan bakery that produces a wide array of fresh breads, hand-crafted confectionery, and sumptuous traditional pastries. Make sure not to miss Patisserie de la Poste, another notable spot that has delighted its customers since 1971 with delectable, high-quality Swiss baking.

Verbier is well-equipped for digital nomads. With a high quality of life, unbeatable mountain surroundings, and a vibrant community, many people choose to stay for a season or longer.

Life in the Swiss Alps provides the opportunity to work and ski in winter and enjoy mountain life in summer and the shoulder seasons. Verbier boasts several dynamic co-working spaces for businesses and individuals.

Mountain Hub is tastefully decorated, cosy and centrally located. It offers a flexible co-working space and business support services. Facilities include fixed desks, flexible working spaces, conference rooms, high-speed fibre optic internet, unlimited printing, and great coffee! This excellent facility aims to create a space where startups, individuals and companies can network and connect in a professional yet welcoming atmosphere.

Le Bivouac is the perfect solution for those seeking a peaceful, quiet space to work in during a longer stay in Verbier. It offers rentable closed office spaces for long-term rental (minimum hire of three months). In addition to a closed office space, shared facilities include meeting rooms, phone booths, a kitchen, and bilingual secretarial services for administration tasks catering to individuals and small businesses. It is a fantastic office space option for those interested in long-term rentals in Verbier.

Another highly rated option is Gotham Coworking, which offers a stylish space and prides itself on curating a professional yet fun and welcoming ambience. The space features open workstations, flexible nomad working areas, a 6-seat meeting room, and modular showroom space.  Gotham is an ideal spot to foster new connections in a modern and fresh work environment.

Moving to Verbier gives you the opportunity to embrace an active lifestyle no matter what the season.

The Verbier Sports Centre is an excellent communal facility for those seeking gym facilities. It boasts an indoor and outdoor heated pool, indoor and outdoor tennis courts, two squash courts, an indoor multi-sport hall, tennis tables, a gym, and a 600-metre indoor climbing wall. There is also a cafe onsite, a seasonal ice-skating rink, a jacuzzi, a sauna, and a relaxation area.

Inspire Verbier is another fantastic choice, offering a holistic blend of fitness and health therapies. Under one roof, you can access yoga and fitness classes, personal trainers, and a range of treatments, such as massage, functional medicine consultations, Reiki, and naturopathy.

While you might just associate Verbier with winter, skiing and snow, locals know that Verbier shines no matter the season.

Winter in Verbier is all about making the most of the snow. From skiing, snowboarding, heli-skiing, ice skating, and sledging, the Alps are your oyster! Verbier and the surrounding resorts are buzzing through the winter season. Make the most of the vibrant apres-ski scene, snuggle up by crackling log fires, and ski and snowboard to your heart’s content. Xtreme Verbier is an annual Freeride World Tour event that attracts incredible freeriders from around the world to show off their hair-raising skills.

In March, make the most of late-season skiing.  Verbiers’ high-altitude slopes, particularly the area around the Mont Fort glacier, are known for reliable snow cover even into late spring.  This is bolstered by the resort’s excellent snowmaking facilities. By late April, once spring starts to break and the snow melts, hiking and mountain bike trails begin to open up.

When the snow has cleared, it’s time to get out in the mountains and enjoy the warmer weather. Verbier is a mountain bike mecca in the summer, with an extensive selection of trails to tackle.  Make the most of the region’s world-class hiking trails and idyllic alpine views.  Discover challenging day hikes to famous multi-day treks such as the challenging Tour des Combins.

Summer in Verbier is the perfect time to enjoy a spot of paragliding and see the Alps from a different perspective. Verbier is known for excellent paragliding conditions, and summer brings more stable weather conditions and stronger thermals, so it is an ideal time to try it out. If paragliding isn’t your thing, you could opt for a game of golf at Verbiers golf course or a spot of pampering at one of Verbier’s spa facilities.

As autumn moves in, relish the spectacular fall colours taking over the region. Take time to explore the wider Valais region, try local produce, visit regional farmers markets, or enjoy winetasting across the area’s vineyards.

Renting annual accommodation in Verbier will allow you to uncover its hidden gems and see the Swiss Alps in all its facets, from snow-covered mountain vistas and fairy-tale winter villages to lush Alpine meadows and green pastures.

Don’t hesitate to reach out if you’re interested in Verbier long-term rentals. We have an extensive selection of properties available across Verbier’s most sought-after locations to meet a range of needs.  Our expert team has up-to-date destination knowledge to help you secure your perfect annual or seasonal property in Verbier.