Uploaded August 2021 | Updated September 2026, 4 hours ago
The Grande Dixence Dam is the most gigantic project that has ever been realized in Switzerland during the 20th century. It's one of the most important centres for hydropower and energy storage. The barrage is 285 metres high and thus the largest dam in all of Europe and outside of Asia! Besides the dam and the Lac des Dix, there is also the Zip Line (Tyrollienne), which is 700 meters long. It's a very thrilling and exciting attraction that one should try when coming up here… and don't worry… you will be properly instructed and the ride is totally safe!
Also don't forget to visit the museum of the Barrage de la Grande Dixence, where you can a lot about this dam.
Information about the local tourism:
http://www.grande-dixence.ch/en
myswitzerland.com/en-ch/experiences/grande-dixence-dam
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Special thanks to Johannes
The Grande Dixence Dam is the most gigantic project that has ever been realized in Switzerland during the 20th century. It's one of the most important centres for hydropower and energy storage. The barrage is 285 metres high and thus the largest dam in all of Europe and outside of Asia! Besides the dam and the Lac des Dix, there is also the Zip Line (Tyrollienne), which is 700 meters long. It's a very thrilling and exciting attraction that one should try when coming up here… and don't worry… you will be properly instructed and the ride is totally safe!
Also don't forget to visit the museum of the Barrage de la Grande Dixence, where you can a lot about this dam.
Information about the local tourism:
http://www.grande-dixence.ch/en
myswitzerland.com/en-ch/experiences/grande-dixence-dam
Music by Epidemic Sound
Equipment: Sony α6500, GoPro Hero 8 Black, DJI Mavic Air, DJI Mavic 2 Pro
Special thanks to Johannes
![Top 10 Valais / Wallis SWITZERLAND – Best of / Highlights [Travel Guide]
The Canton of Valais is one of the most visited regions in all of Switzerland. Valais is the home to the iconic Matterhorn, many beautiful villages, great viewpoints and to a fascinating culture. There are many great attractions to be visited in this wonderful canton. This video summarizes the Top ten attractions in the canton of Valais / Wallis. The Goms bridge is one of the most photographed suspension bridges of Switzerland. It is completely free to visit and perfect to combine with a visit to the villages nearby. The Goms bridge should be definitely included if you are traveling over the Furka to Zermatt. Saas-Fee, the filming location of “Last Christmas” is one of the most visited Winter villages in all of Switzerland. The town is exciting to visit during Summer and Winter. Saas-Fee is not only great for skiing but also for families, as there is a lot to do in this village. The entire village is car-free, it’s nice to roam around the many traditional houses. You can try going up to the Mittelallalin to the world’s highest located revolving restaurant, visit the ice pavilion, the largest manmade glacier cave in the world or go for a ski down hill; this during Winter and even Summer! The Gorge du Durnand is a canyon / gorge with multiple waterfalls and a steep ascent. It’s one of the most thrilling and most beautiful gorges you could visit in Switzerland, and is even very budget traveler friendly. The Lac de Tanay is one of the secret lakes in the Canton of Valais. From Miex, you need to go for a steep hike and then you will arrive at this very humble, peaceful lake Lac de Tanay. It is nicely embedded into the Swiss Alps and thus makes a perfect sanctuary. The underground Lake (Lac Souterrain) of Saint-Léonard is one of the most important wonders of nature of the Canton of Valais. The lake is 300 meters long and is the largest underground lake of Europe. This is certainly a very highlight in the Canton of Valais, but you will have to prebook your visit. The Aletsch Glacier is the largest glacier in the Canton of Wallis, Switzerland and even of the Alps! You can get brilliant views from multiple points: The Moosfluh, Bettmerhorn and the Eggishorn. The best impression would be from the Eggishorn, as from there, you will get a perfect view over the bend of the king of the Alps and you can even see the Jungfraujoch. This is also a quite cheap place to visit for budget travelers. The hiking trail along the Bisse du Milieu and Bisse Vieux of Nendaz is a great and totally free attraction for anybody who loves to connect to nature. These hiking trails are so refreshing, which is why they are often called healing trails. In here, you can experience true beauty, perfect for budget traveling in Switzerland. The Mont-Fort at Verbier offers you a 360° panorama over the Swiss Alps as well as the Alps of France and Italy. You can see the Matterhorn and Mont Blanc, two important summits of the Alps. Try out the zipline, the highest located zipline in Europe; it’s going to be thrilling and pure adrenaline! Zermatt is always a favorite destination in the Canton of Wallis. You will get many great views over the Matterhorn from the Gornergrat, Rothorn, Kleinmatterhorn and the village itself. Zermatt’s village is touristy but also traditional and relaxing. Visit the ice cave at the Kleinmatterhorn or go for the 5 lakes hike. There is surely more than enough to do up there! Grimentz is no doubt the most beautiful village in the Canton of Valais and one of the best Swiss villages overall. Grimentz is traditional, full of wooden houses and just very stereotypically Swiss! Walk in the many beautiful alleys and immerse yourself into this wonderful alpine village!
Information about the local tourism:https://www.valais.ch/en/information/landingpage/listical/must-see-sights-in-valais
Book Lac Souterrain: https://lac-souterrain.com/en/individual-visits/
Buy your Aletsch/ Eggishorn ticket here: https://shop.aletscharena.ch/en/pages/einzelfahrten
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Equipment: Sony α6500, GoPro Hero 8 Black, DJI Mavic Air, DJI Mavic 2 Pro
Special thanks to Laura, Gabi & René, Johannes, Marco, Iwan and Razi
This Video contains material from earlier sponsorships of the Canton of Valais, Aletsch Arena and Saas-Fee. Top 10 Valais / Wallis SWITZERLAND – Best of / Highlights [Travel Guide]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/6nftc72rV9U/mqdefault.jpg)
![Zürich Christmas Markets [Full Travel Guide]
Zürich is full of beautiful Christmas markets! There are so many, that you would need a whole afternoon to explore them all. The first market that you need to visit is the Weihnachtsdorf at the Sechseläuten square near Bellevue. It’s a yearly market with a festive lighting decoration and plenty of stalls. The market is quite foodie, so consider going there for dinner. There are smaller markets just nearby, for example just at the Grossmünster and then inside the Niederdörfli, the old city of Zürich. The market and especially the lighting decorations are very charming. It’s going to feel very cozy. Walk around the old city, explore the many alleys to enjoy the wonderful Christmas lights. Very nice is the market at the Fraumünster square. This market is rather small but feels very joyous due to the many houses being lit up beautifully. Important points of interest with beautiful lights are at the Hotel Storchen, the Augustinergasse, Rennweg, Parade square and Bahnhofstrasse. The lightings along the Bahnhofstrasse are called Lucy and have been fascinating the locals for over 10 years. There is also the fairytale tram that provides a small city tour for the kids, accompanied by Santa and his angels. The tour starts at the Bellevue at where you also can buy tickets. Another major market is the Christkindl market at Zürich HB (Zurich main station). It’s a rather traditional one, full of stall that sell handmade products and Christmas gifts. Very fascinating is the large Christmas tree with the many Swarovski diamonds. The most beautiful lighting decoration you will however get at the National Museum at the Illuminarium. This market is very festive and modern, even the Christmas tree there is made out of wood. Enjoy the light show of the Art festival, which you will have to pay entry for.
Information about the local tourism:
LINK
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![Top 10 West Sumatra Indonesia – Best Things to do – The Highlights – Best Attractions [Travel Guide]
I am presenting you my FAVORITE destination in all Indonesia: This is West Sumatra - the Land of the Minangkabau! This place is full of surprises: Beautiful beaches, amazing food, stunning landscapes and a unique culture! West Sumatra is the sort of mystical place that yet has not been flooded with tourists. Maybe that could be your next destination?
More information about the local tourism:
https://www.indonesia.travel/gb/en/destinations/sumatra/padang
Currently, it is the easiest to reach Padang from Kuala Lumpur, using Airasia, or flying from Jakarta by Garuda Indonesia:
https://www.airasia.com/en/gb
https://www.garuda-indonesia.com/other-countries/en/index.page
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0:00 Intro
0:33 Greeting
0:54 Anai Waterfall
1:38 Jambatan Limpapeh
2:27 Food
3:29 Grand Mosque
4:18 Rumah Gadang Padang Panjang
5:26 Sianok Valley
6:10 Minangkabau Mosques
7:12 Pamutusan Island
8:11 Pagaruyung Palace
9:17 Honorable Mentions
9:54 Pulau Pasumpahan Top 10 West Sumatra Indonesia – Best Things to do – The Highlights – Best Attractions [Travel Guide]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/7_gsNjlnE8w/mqdefault.jpg)






![Gornergrat ZERMATT – Heaven on Earth in the Swiss Alps – Matterhorn Winter Panorama [Travel Guide]
Zermatt is one of the most beautiful villages and the location where you can get some of the best views in all of Switzerland. At the top of the village proudly stands the iconic Matterhorn, the King of the Kings. There are plenty of things to do in Zermatt, in this first of three Snowy Days Episode, I will introduce you to the amazing Gornergrat with its stunning views on the mountainous panorama. Up there, one of the best views on the Swiss Alps is going to await you! And don’t forget about some of the off the beaten track places, some of the coolest Instagram photo spots are located around Rotenboden/Riffelsee.
Information about the local tourism:
https://www.zermatt.ch/en
https://www.myswitzerland.com/en-ch/destinations/zermatt/
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Equipment: Sony α6500, GoPro Hero 8 Black, DJI Mavic Air, DJI Mavic 2 Pro
Special thanks to Johannes Gornergrat ZERMATT – Heaven on Earth in the Swiss Alps – Matterhorn Winter Panorama [Travel Guide]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Are905L2WC4/mqdefault.jpg)
