Switzerland: a company organizes hikes to overcome vertigo

Walk the hiking trails and measure yourself against the elevation of the mountain. A simple pleasure which, for some, can quickly turn into a nightmare. The apprehension of heights is a fear to which a small group of hikers in Switzerland are measured. A company in the country offers specialized hikes to overcome vertigo, and better understand this environment with its tortured relief.

“The fear of heights is rather the lack of knowledge of the terrain, the lack of knowledge of the tips and tricks to get there, so the fear of heights is quite manageable”explains Aude Charles, psychologist and guide on the hike. On this type of outing, 98% of participants arrive at the end of the hike. “I saw that I was able to do it”rejoices a hiker. Ultimate reward at the end of the hike: a good moment of sharing over a drink, and the satisfaction of having exceeded one’s limits.