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"Peut-on encore vivre en montagne ?" - Table ronde
The 02 Aug 2026
15:00
Sunday, August 2, 3:00 p.m.
Round Table – Can We Still Live in the Mountains?
Join an engaging discussion on the challenges and future of mountain living, bringing together experts, local officials and regional stakeholders.
Speakers:
Emmanuel Reynard, geographer and professor at the University of Lausanne
Virginie Gaspoz, President of the Municipality of Evolène and President of the Valais Chamber of Tourism
Joachim Rausis, President of the Municipality of Orsières and President of the Mountain Communities Association of French-speaking Valais
Bernard Debarbieux, Professor of Political and Cultural Geography and Spatial Planning
Marlène Mauris, author and President of Evolène Région Tourisme
Moderator: Pascal Fauchère
Venue: La Sage (weather permitting) / Hérens Arena (in case of bad weather)
Information: Evolène Région Tourisme