Le Val d'Hérens, located in Switzerland, is renowned for its climbing routes that vary in difficulty and style, all set within a well-preserved natural environment. These climbing sites are typically accessible from June until October or November. Practical information about climbing in the area can be obtained from the local tourism offices in Val d'Hérens, the Val d'Hérens Guides Office, and online resources such as Plan Vertical and Topo Escalade en Val d'Hérens, which are also available in sports stores throughout the region. For certain sites, like the Douves Rousses and Serre de Vuibé, access by mountain bike (VTT) or electric mountain bike (VTTAE) is possible, which helps reduce the need for long walks to the climbing areas. A 4-kilometer educational trail called Histoire d’eau is located in Val d'Arolla and features 11 informative panels that explain the work carried out between 1951 and 1963. The climbing routes in the area include the Douves Rousses, which offer four major routes of approximately 300 meters, with difficulty ratings ranging from 5c to 6b. The routes are generally consistent in difficulty, falling between 5 sup-6a, and are equipped with comfortable gear. The rock face allows for combinations and modular routes, such as the Bertol slab. The Guide’s Ridge is a small ridge route that follows the rocky foothills. The Serre de Vuibé has two major routes rated at 5, opened in 2017, which quickly gained popularity among climbers. The Maya d'Arolla Pillar, located closer to the village, offers eight major routes of about 180 meters, first equipped in 1976. The most popular route, Beside the Plate on the west face, features sections rated from 5b with concrete anchors on bolts. The Red Peaks offer a sport climbing route in high mountain terrain called Stone Paths (TD+, 260 meters), which is recommended for climbers accustomed to this type of climbing.