FAQ

Terms & Conditions of Booking
A 50% deposit is payable at the time of booking. 90 days before your arrival the outstanding balance becomes due. After which time no refunds can be made, unless the chalet can be re-let at an equivalent rate after any costs.

Payment is to be made in Swiss Francs (or by agreed currency after charges) by bank transfer to our bankers in Sion.

Swiss Visa Requirements
European Union, US and Canadian nationals do not require a visa to enter Switzerland, but passports must be valid for at least six months beyond your return date. Visitors from other countries may require a visa, so please check online or at a Swiss Embassy or Consulate.

Swiss Currency
The Swiss Franc (CHF). Please note that there are ATM cash machines at Geneva Airport and in Sion, and major credit cards are widely accepted throughout Switzerland.

Winter Temperatures
Average daytime temperatures in winter hover between -3°C and 0°C (27°F to 32°F). Night temperatures range from -8°C to -3°C (-18°F to 27°F).

Hospital
The nearest hospital is located a 20-minute drive away on the edge of Sion.
Hôpital de Sion
avenue du Grand-Champsec 80
1950 Sion
027 603 40 00
www.hopitalvs.ch

Voltage
Switzerland is on 220V with two-pin and three-pin round plugs. We have adapters for UK plugs, please bring your own adapters if you are travelling from other countries.

Tax Free Shopping
VAT of 8% is payable on all goods bought in Switzerland. Non-nationals can claim tax refunds if they have purchased goods to the value of at least CHF 300 per day per vendor.