Hear the sound
of Evolène.
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Hear the sound
of Evolène.

Tucked away in the Val d’Hérens, Evolène lies nestled among the Swiss Alps. A quiet haven of peace and solitude waiting to be discovered.

Le Rucher d'Evolène is your invitation to do so. Dotted discreetly around the village, our refurbished heritage homes and hotel offer a refreshing taste of pure Alpine living. Settle in and let awe-inspiring surroundings revive the spirit.

Close-up of a bee flying on a black background.
Icons and French labels for tourism services like bike, hiking, paragliding, arena, museum, restaurant, and hotel.
Icons and labels for tourist spots and activities including hiking, paragliding, museum, hotel, post office, and restaurant.
Chez Odette
March 2027
Maison Jaune
End 2027
Anzevui
Mid 2028
La Pension
May 2027
Le Central
For de Blatt
End 2027
Greniers
End 2026
Chez Berthe
Chez Madeleine
Chez Catherine & Joseph
Illustrated map of a village surrounded by mountains and a river, showing hiking and cycling trails marked with icons, clustered buildings with some highlighted in red, green meadows, and points of interest like restaurants, accommodations, and tourist information. Mountains are labeled in the background and the village center features a street named Place Centrale.
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Evolène, a village preserved for centuries

Make yourself at home in Evolène

All our chalets and rooms have been refurbished with a luxurious touch and a heritage finish. Now traditional pierre ollaires meet underfloor heating.

Uncover our heritage

When reviving Le Rucher d’Evolène, we took care to honour heritage—from how we built to what we found. Explore our discoveries and see if you can spot them while staying with us.

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Antique wooden door with a stone arch and iron lock plate
Close-up of a wooden beam carved with the date 1634
Round handwoven straw tray with two side handles
Carved stone pillar with an engraved plaque dated 1860
Marble pillar with an engraved plaque dated 1905
Handwoven wall hanging with a mountain motif in red, blue and gold
Set of wooden pulley blocks and coiled ropes hanging from a bar
Stone pillar carved with three heraldic crests and dated 1819
Four cowbells of varying sizes hanging on leather straps
Flat stone slab resting on a rustic wooden pedestal
carved wood plank
Small pantry door
Rectangular heater Soapstone
Round stone pillar decorated with a painted heraldic crest and floral motifs
Wooden plank carved with a flower-of-life symbol and initials
Wicker basket on a woven rattan stand

Experience the Alps

Ice climbing, mountain biking, fine dining: Evolène has something for everyone all year round.

Discover our experiences
Paraglider launching with a yellow wing over a mountain slope

Via ferrata & paragliding

Black bull with curved horns and a bell collar resting in a flowering meadow

Farm visit

Woman in tan pants leads a light brown horse on a leash in a field with pine trees and mountains behind.

Horse riding

Stories, legends and local tips

Get to know our village and our people through folktales, little-known-facts, and best-kept secrets.

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Dédé standing on a grassy hillside with a green valley behind him

Village voices: Dédé

Meet Dédé, a mountain guide and steep skiing legend dedicated to creating unforgettable shared experiences among the Alps.

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Denise weaving at a wooden loom by a window

Village voices: Denise

Meet Denise and get an introduction to the Marie Métrailler Workshop Foundation and the importance of weaving for Evolène and beyond.

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The symbol of Le Rucher is a unique sign. ‍

A subtle shape, crafted by the spirit of the village.
The symbol of Le Rucher is a unique sign.
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A subtle shape, crafted by the spirit of the village.
Black line drawing of a roof with diagonal battens and central ridge pole.

The raccards

are part of the history of the place. Some have been renovated to welcome new stays. Their simple roofs inspired a distinctive shape.

Simple black line drawing of a mountain outline with a peak in the center.

La Dent Blanche

 watches over the landscape. Its unmistakable profile engendered a symbol with deep local roots.

Minimalist black line drawing of a butterfly on a white background.

The wings of the bee

trace a delicate line. A design inspired by the life of the apiary.

Black-and-white stylized illustration with Japanese kanji characters and decorative flourishes.

In Japan, the kanji 和 (Wa)

invokes harmony. An art of living whose outline has been delicately borrowed.

Wooden cabin on stone foundation with mountain and pine forest background.
Snow-covered mountain peak under a clear sky with a white abstract shape above the summit.
Black and white stylized bee illustration with large white wings and visible antennae.
Black Japanese kanji character on a white background.
Traditional wooden chalet with stone foundation set against forested mountain backdrop.
Chalets
Find your perfect stay in Evolène
Wooden and stone alpine chalet with green window shutters and small balconies decorated with flowers, under a cloudy sky.
Hotel Le Central
A historic address in the heart of the village.