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Flore-Alpe Alpine Botanical Garden

The Flore-Alpe Alpine Botanical Garden is located at 1500 meters above sea level near Champex-Lac in the Valais Alps, Switzerland. Around four thousand species of plants flourish there, from local alpine flora to species from the mountains of Europe and other continents, making it one of the most prestigious collections in the Alps. The garden features paths winding between rock gardens and small bridges over water features, with collections of saxifrage, rhododendron, gentian, houseleek, conifers, androsaces and botanical roses. It also hosts changing temporary exhibitions and offers guided tours, workshops and excursions.

Families and Kids

The garden offers workshops for adults and children during the summer season, as well as themed trails and audio guides. Children aged 6 to 16 receive a reduced admission price.

Information

  • Visit duration: 90min
  • Barrier free: No
  • For rainy days: No
  • Free entrance: No
  • Price range: $
  • Topic: Botanical garden

    • Guided tours: Yes
    • Workshops: Yes

    • Children experience: Child friendly
    • Children age group: 6-12, 12-18
    • Children activities: Workshops, Tours and demonstrations

Opening hours

Open every day from 10:00 to 18:00 from May 1 to October 31; closed during winter.
Monday
10:00-18:00 (May 1 to October 31)
Tuesday
10:00-18:00 (May 1 to October 31)
Wednesday
10:00-18:00 (May 1 to October 31)
Thursday
10:00-18:00 (May 1 to October 31)
Friday
10:00-18:00 (May 1 to October 31)
Saturday
10:00-18:00 (May 1 to October 31)
Sunday
10:00-18:00 (May 1 to October 31)

Admission fees

8 CHF
Adult admission
4 CHF
Senior (AVS)
4 CHF
Child (6 to 16 years old)
4 CHF
Student
16 CHF
Family

Contact

Webpage
flore-alpe.ch
Email
info@flore-alpe.ch
Address
Route de l'Adray 27, 1938 Champex-Lac

Access

Nearby stops

  • Champex-Lac, Jardin alpin400 meters walking distance

Travel duration

From
Travel time
Martigny
47m
Sion
1h 28m
Lausanne
2h 0m
Brig
2h 10m
Genève
2h 55m

FAQ

  • Is the garden accessible for wheelchair users?
    Access is difficult for wheelchairs due to narrow trails.
  • Are pets allowed in the garden?
    Pets are not allowed in the garden.
  • Is there a picnic spot available at the garden?
    Yes, a picnic spot is available at the garden.
  • What does the gift shop offer?
    The gift shop offers a selection of alpine plants in pots, seeds, honey from 4000 flowers, and a large selection of books on alpine flora.
  • When is the best time to visit the garden?
    June and July are considered the ideal time to visit to witness an explosion of colour.