Peter's 500km Swiss Walk: For Crans-Montana

HI there,

Starting on June 13th, from the furthest western tip of Switzerland in Chancy to the easternmost peak of Piz Chavalatsch, I am walking 500+ kilometers and ascending c.8,000 metres in 20 days. This journey is a personal challenge I have always wanted to take on, but more importantly, it is a walk of solidarity for the victims of the New Year’s Day tragedy in Crans-Montana.

Why I am walking:

On January 1st, 2026, a devastating fire claimed 41 lives. As a father of two teenage daughters, it breaks my heart to know that half of those who never came home that night were under the age of 18—youths with their whole lives ahead of them.

While the headlines have faded, the recovery for the survivors is only just beginning. Over 100 people were injured, many with severe burns requiring years of specialized medical care and skin grafts.

Where the money goes:

All funds from this "HappyPot" will be donated directly to the Beloved Foundation (Fondation Bien-Aimée). This official foundation, chaired by former Federal Councillor Doris Leuthard, provides long-term financial, medical, and psychological support to the victims and their families, ensuring that the survivors have the resources they need for a lifetime of recovery.

How you can help:

Every kilometer I walk is a step toward helping a survivor rebuild their life. Whether it’s 5 CHF or 50 CHF, your contribution via credit card, bank transfer (or TWINT for those in Switzerland) goes straight to supporting those who were forever changed by that night.

• 10 CHF – Supports a kilometre of the Swiss Plateau.

• 50 CHF – Helps me over the Alpine passes toward the finish.

• 100 CHF – A major boost for the long-term recovery of a survivor.

Needless to say, I am covering all incurred expenses to complete the challenge myself so all your donations go to the Beloved Foundation.

Thank you for standing with the families of all those affected by this terrible event.