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Valais (Swiss Alps) · Saffron Tourism

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Valais (Swiss Alps) · Saffron Tourism

*Unique Factor:* Europe's highest saffron cultivation, Mund village monopoly *Key Experiences:* Village saffron guild, harvest participation, alpine setting *Best Season:* October harvest *Infrastructure:* Swiss tourism standards, rated 7/10 *Average Spend:* $150-350 per day Valais in the Swiss Alps features Europe's highest altitude saffron cultivation with the unique Mund village guild. The alpine setting offers beautiful scenic harvest experiences.

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*Unique Factor:* Europe's highest saffron cultivation, Mund village monopoly *Key Experiences:* Village saffron guild, harvest participation, alpine setting *Best Season:* October harvest *Infrastructure:* Swiss tourism standards, rated 7/10 *Average Spend:* $150-350 per day Valais in the Swiss Alps features Europe's highest altitude saffron cultivation with the unique Mund village guild. The alpine setting offers beautiful scenic harvest experiences.

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Best season
Autumn
Difficulty
7
Region
Switzerland, Valais Canton

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