Your property in Verbier
Prospective buyers looking to purchase property in Verbier will find luxurious apartments, and the rare chalet, with stunning mountain views spread over various residential areas.
Its location makes it perfect for those seeking a getaway property or for an investment property with rental potential.
Verbier has invested heavily in its infrastructure in recent years, most notably by creating an underground train station at La Châble with Switzerland’s first train to gondola link, and in its international schools, in a bid to increase the number of permanent residents, meaning those looking to relocate should feel welcomed.
Inside Verbier
Verbier is fast becoming a year-round destination as it offers superb skiing in what is the largest resort in the 4 Vallées ski area thanks to its 412 kilometres of pistes.
The resort is made up of several areas, including the highest residential area Sonalon, prime spot Les Esserts, and family-favourite Moulins, with all providing easy access to the main centre on foot or by bus.
Verbier, which is just 160 kilometres from Geneva, retains a mountain village charm with fantastic restaurants and bars, as well as an exclusive selection of premium boutique shops.
Landscape
Verbier sits on a plateau in the Val de Bagnes valley, south of Martigny, and faces the Grand Combin massif. Its slopes offer views of the spectacular Matterhorn and Mont Blanc.
Surrounded by natural beauty, the area has some 500 kilometres of hiking trails between Verbier, the Val de Bagnes and La Tzoumaz, making it perfect for outdoor enthusiasts.
Education
Outstanding schools are important for international property buyers looking to relocate and Verbier excels here.
The town’s significant investment in its infrastructure includes expanding the existing Verbier International School and potentially opening another one in 2021.
In terms of further education, 11 of Switzerland’s 12 universities feature in the top 500 institutions globally, with ETH Zurich being ranked the 14th best university globally.
Activities and Entertainment
Verbier pushes the boundaries when it comes to excitement, with heli-skiing, paragliding and even the 1.4 kilometre Mont-Fort zipline among the many activities on offer beyond its exceptional skiing, with early risers able to get a special treat watching the sun rise atop the 3,329 metre Mont Fort.
The resort is packed with family entertainment too, with dog sledding, pony riding and an excellent sports centre complete with climbing wall, tennis courts and swimming pool.
Golf lovers have two stunning courses to choose from at the high-altitude Esserts or the centrally located Moulins, while rest and relaxation is always nearby with a host of spas and massage therapy centres available.
Arts and Culture
Verbier has a busy diary of events throughout the year, including the Xtreme Verbier ski event and the Rallye International du Valais car race.
Music lovers can indulge at the Verbier Festival, an international classical music event every summer, while the Polaris Festival fuses electronic music with snow sports.
And guided tours mean Verbier’s rich history can be explored at sites such as the ruins of its 12th Century castle, while art lovers can get immersed in a one-of-a-kind outdoor art experience at the 3D Sculpture Park.
Food and Drink
Foodies will be spoilt for choice in Verbier with the simple and the complex executed to perfection.
Whether it’s a quick bite to eat at the mountain cabin Le Namasté, a quinoa salad outdoors at Le Bec, or the creative Mediterranean dishes served up at the Michelin-starred La Table d’Adrien, Verbier has somewhere for all tastes.
The village sits in the Valais wine region, which accounts for a third of Swiss wine production. The area grows numerous popular wine varieties, such as Pinot Noir and Syrah, as well as several indigineous grapes, including Gamaret and Chasselas varieties.
Accessibility
Verbier is most easily reached from Sion Airport, which is less than 55 kilometres away and serves large and small aircraft. Gstaad airport serves light aircraft and helicopters but is roughly 100 killometres away.
In terms of larger commercial airports, Geneva Airport is just over 160 kilometres from Verbier, while Zurich Airport is under 300 kilometres away.
Alternatively, nearby La Châble has an international train station with connections to London and Paris. Arrivals here can hop on the bubble lift and be whisked to the centre of Verbier in 10 minutes.