Туристический бизнес Санкт-Петербурга

The 2nd edition of the Sport Talents Charity Day took place on 27 May 2016 in bright sunshine. The event, which aims to support young sporting talent, was graced by the presence of sporting personalities such as Didier Cuche, Didier Dйfago, Harold Primat, Sophie Lamon and Steve Rey. Everyone was able to show off their best swing on the Severiano Ballesteros course, which had been specially prepared for the occasion. Crans-Montana hosted a wonderful event in honour of the next sporting generation.

UNICEF Cycling for Children will take place on 18 June 2016, with the goal to support underpriviliged children. A wonderful event not to miss this summer in Crans-Montana, to support a good cause or simply to practise sport in a fabulous setting. There’s plenty of entertainment to enjoy over the day, with e-bike, fatbike and enduro training, introductory sessions and tests, and much more! Further information about Cycling for Children

Make the most of the last weeks of the wonderful exhibition presenting the work of Maurice Zermatten at the Fondation Pierre Arnaud in Lens. The exhibition will run until 10 July 2016, before making way for an exhibition featuring pieces dedicated to the Berlin Wall, which opens on 22 July 2016, as part of the Rencontres de la Libertй event. Further information

The Beach Club opened its «doors», or rather its beach, on 11 June 2016. A chance to come and relax or enjoy the many activities on offer there until 21 August 2016. At the heart of this area is the Etang Long Lake, where you can try wakeboarding, waterskiing, or be towed in an inflatable thanks to the WakePark, which is also open throughout the summer season. Further information

The Crans-Montana Ambassador for golf, 19 year old Florian Rey, won the Swiss Amateur Golf Champion title on 29 May 2016 in Lausanne. A magnificent victory, and well deserved, after many wins in tournaments over the past few years. Congratulations! Florian Rey’s profile

The owner of David l’Instant Chocolat in Sion and Crans-Montana, master chocolate maker David Pasquiet took the 2016 Chocolate Awards title in Brussels in early June 2016. A wonderful reward for David, who already won the Swiss Chocolatemakers Championship back in 2013. To savour his specialities, head to Avenue de la Gare 6. For a preview, check out his website.

This month, meet one of the first Ambassadors of the destination, Harold Primat, who represents motor sports, and Crans-Montana, around the world. Check it out now

Why wait to discover the superb offers inviting you to come and enjoy the summer sun in Crans-Montana this summer! Wonderful occasions to enjoy the many possibilities that the region can offer you in your freetime, and intense moments. Further information and reservations

24 June 2016
Between 11h15 and 12h30, come and admire the superb Bugatti cars which will be parked on the Rue du Prado on 24 June 2016 for the international meet of this iconic brand. Further information

3 July 2016
This summer, the best Swiss wakeboarders will return to the Etang Long Lake for the 3rd stage of the Cable Wake Swiss Tour. Enjoy an impressive show during this competition, which takes place from 8h30 until 16h00 in front of the Crans-Montana Beach Club. Further information

From 8 to 11 July 2016
Following the success of the winter edition of Snowgether, which attracted over 150 singles from all over Europe, Crans-Montana is doing it again this summer from 8 to 11 July 2016, giving you a new opportunity to meet people, organised with Meetic Europe. Further information and booking

25 June until 28 August 2016
Crans-Montana is an ideal spot for great holidays, where there is something for kids and adults alike among the numerous summer activities on offer. Swimming, pedalos, treasure hunts, Fun Forest, playgrounds, cycling, tennis or horse riding are also part of the huge choice of family activities on offer at your destination, which has recently been nominated as a «Family Destination». Find out more about the family offers

25 June 2016
June's Very Good Trip promises to get you moving and outside enjoying the sunshine as much as possible with an absolutely fun programme! With a CrossFit training class in the morning and a water cableski session on Lake Etang Long, where you can try wakeboarding or waterskiing, and some time to relax at the Beach Club, an incredible half-day awaits you in Crans-Montana! Don't wait too long to book, places are limited! Further information and booking

25 June 2016
The downhill biking season begins on Saturday 25 June 2016, to the great delight of all sport fans, on Crans-Montana’s downhill tracks. A wonderful day is planned to meet other fans, share some great moments and to make the first tracks of the season on these incredible trails.

15 July until 26 August 2016
Markets take place every Friday from 15 July to 26 August. Avenue de la Gare and Rue Louis-Antille in Montana, from 10h to 19h. Further information

16 July until 21 August 2016
Programme of events based in Aminona and in the Tiиche valley. Activities on offer and free weekly programme. Further information and programme

From 22 July 2016
‘Les rencontres de la libertй’ (Encounters with freedom) will be presenting a full agenda of cultural events in Crans-Montana. An exhibition about the Berlin Wall at the Fondation Pierre Arnaud, concerts, round tables, short films, guided visits and much more. Further information and programme

From 28 to 31 July 2016
Some of the best European riders along with over 250 horses will stop by Crans-Montana, at the Cry d’Er car park from 28 to 31 July 2016. Further information

17 June until 26 July 2016
15 concerts, and almost 4,100 musicians and singers, this is the programme for music lovers in Crans-Montana this summer, from 17 June to 26 July 2016. Admission is free. Grand Garage Car Park. Further information and programme

1 and 2 July 2016
For the 10th year running, IcogneJazz invites you to share this exceptional weekend of Jazz on July 1st and 2nd 2016. Free admission to 9 concerts. Further information and programme

director at the Crans-sur-Sierre Golf-Club

Pascal was born in Sion and grew up in Crans near the golf course, his German parents had a restaurant, «Le Pavillon», in Montana. Since the age of seven, his life has always been centred around golf, as well as it being his main passion. Once he had finished his studies, he moved to Miami in the United States for 4 years, to totally dedicate himself to his passion. He spent three years as a professional player, and worked for a year for an events management company which organised golf tournaments. Since April 2015, he has been director at the Crans-sur-Sierre Golf Club. He considers himself very lucky as his work is his passion, and he is now putting all of his energy into this wonderful club. Find out a bit more about him, and golf in Crans-Montana, in the following interview.

What are the golf courses you can play in Crans-Montana? How do you get there and book a game ?
The Severiano Ballesteros (18 hole) is the championship course which each year hosts the famous Omega European Masters (European Tour). The Jack Nicklaus (9 hole) is a wonderful course which has won the title «Most beautiful 9 hole course in Switzerland» on several occasions. As for reservations, this winter, we developed a new reservation system which enables visitors to pay their green fee directly online, and at very special rates. In fact, the rates vary depending on the season and time of the game. Reservations are possible without any time limit. So clients can plan their stay in Crans-Montana and be sure of playing the course they want to play.

What do you feel are the strong points of golf in Crans-Montana?
There are a lot of strong points. The spectacular setting, fresh, clean air, the quality and fame of the courses are all part of it, but I think that one of the things that the golfers appreciate the most is this magical atmosphere  which comes from the fact that the courses are in the middle of the village. There aren’t many places in the world where the Number 1 hole and the green at Hole 18 are almost part of the town. This creates a special atmosphere because once golfers finish their game, they can walk into the resort and enjoy everything that Crans-Montana has to offer.

What would you recommend to someone who has never tried golf, and how should they go about trying it?
It’s very simple. The best way to discover golf is to take a first lesson with one of our instructors. The Club also organises introductory sessions, courses for beginners, children’s courses (4 years upwards). All of this information can be found on our website www.golfcrans.ch. We are really trying to democratize golf and get as many people as possible interested in this wonderful sport. Our office can give lots of advice to anyone who wants to start or just wants to try hitting a ball.

What are the important dates for 2016 on the golf courses?
There are lots of great competitions and entertainment throughout the season, but the main event is of course the Omega European Masters (1 to 4 September 2016) which is one of the biggest tournaments in Europe and the 2nd biggest sporting event in Switzerland. This umissable date amongst Swiss sporting events is unique and exceptional. In fact, the players on the European Tour love coming to Crans-Montana as everything is so close. Most players bring their families, and make the most of the activities that the resort offers. They also love the magical atmosphere in the village throughout the week.

What would you suggest combining with a game of golf on a day in the destination?
There are so many activities on offer, there really is something for everybody. Art, hiking, mountain biking, waterskiing, shopping, gastronomy, wine,  and there are many more, golfers can enjoy everything that the resort has to offer before or after their game of golf. Personally, I would plan my week to play golf 3 or 4 times (alternating between the Ballesteros and the Nicklaus). I’d also make the most of my days between games to head to the Tiиche waterfalls (hiking), and to do a stunning mountain bike ride and perhaps spend a day at the Crans-Montana Beach Club to relax a little ! It’s just one of the many programmes possible in Crans-Montana.

Apart from golf, what else do you like about the Crans-Montana region?
The diversity that the region offers is immense. I love outdoor sports, so I’m in paradise as far as that’s concerned. But there’s also the village atmosphere, the different events all year round, good  restaurants, and the great people you meet. The quality of life here is exceptional, and I’m really very lucky to be able to enjoy it, and to have my passion as my job.
 
Your best golf memory in  Crans-Montana…
It’s difficult to say, there are so many,  but one of my best memories so far was about 14 or 15 years ago, when I was caddying for one of the European Masters pro-ams. I was lucky enough to find myself in Severiano Ballesteros’ game, and I made the most of every second. Seve was an extraordinary, spectacular player, and it was a real privilige to see him at work. This experience only increased my love of this magical sport!