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Verbier - Official site of the resort. Winter and summer activities, events, shopping, restaurants, hotels and webcam.
Ski Service - Retail ski and rental shop. Presentation of the boutique and the ladies shop.
Verbinet - Basic information about the ski resort. Presents snow reports, a panorama and a list of customers.
Danni Sports - Ski hire and Winter sports equipment rental. Rates, equipment lists, location map, rental policies, and contact details included. [English, French, German]
European Snowsport Verbier - Ski and snowboard school that offers group ski and snowboard lessons, private tuition, and a kids skiing academy. Instructor images, class types, schedule, and testimonials included.
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