What if these projects don’t come to fruition?
Télé-Evolène would cease operations. The Evolène region would lose around 3 million in annual economic spin-offs and the potential 7 million projected if the project went ahead. In addition, the region would have to spend over 3 million francs to dismantle and recycle all the existing infrastructure, with no added value for either the economy or the environment.
Real estate in the region is likely to suffer an estimated devaluation of between 10% and 15%, as the presence of nearby tourist infrastructures is taken into account in bank valuations, particularly for mortgages, some of which would have to be recalculated to the detriment of owners.
As the region’s other ski areas are not ready to welcome a massive influx of additional skiers, particularly in the high season, winter guests would not be welcomed under good conditions.
The number of businesses in the region would decline, and the overall year-round appeal of the entire destination would be severely impacted.
Evolution of the Evolène region
Between vicious circle and virtuous circle, the destiny of our community
From the inevitable closure of Télé Evolène to a possible transformation into a ghost town, find out more about the negative repercussions of this downward spiral.
The project does not come to fruition. The inevitable closure of Télé Evolène would lead to the lift being taken out of service, forcing the commune to invest 3 million to dismantle it.
The closure of Evolène's main ski lift would lead to a sharp drop in tourist activity, depriving the region of its main winter attraction and significantly reducing the income generated by tourism.
The loss of tourist appeal would lead to a drop in real estate demand, reducing property values in the region by 10-15%.
The closure of the lift company would alter the overall perception of the region, leading to a decline in its attractiveness as a destination for residents and visitors alike.
Local businesses could close due to a reduction in customers and demand, with a negative impact on the local economy.
The closure of Télé Evolène and the reduction in business activity would lead to redundancies, directly affecting employees both in the company itself and in all the sectors concerned.
The loss of jobs and reduced economic prospects would prompt residents to leave the region in search of opportunities in more economically dynamic and tourist areas.
The combination of population decline, business closures and loss of activities would gradually transform Evolène into a community with minimal human presence, giving the town an atmosphere of desertion.
Construction of a new gondola lift, renovation of the restaurant, increased attractiveness, job creation and economic spin-offs in excess of 7 million euros.
The successful launch of the project enabled the construction of a new, modern gondola lift and the renovation of the restaurant, further enhancing the region's appeal.
Thanks to modernized facilities, the region is becoming a popular year-round destination, attracting visitors in all four seasons with a variety of activities.
Improved infrastructure and growing tourist appeal are stimulating demand for real estate, leading to a significant increase in property values in the region.
Revitalizing the tourism offering enhances the overall appeal of the locality, attracting not only tourists, but also new residents and investors.
Investments in tourism infrastructure generate local economic spin-offs estimated at over 7 million, stimulating local businesses and services.
The growing demand for tourism activities creates new local jobs, boosting local motivation and strengthening the community's economic fabric.
The boom in tourism and investment has led to a general increase in local activity, with a marked growth in shops and services.
The village remains a dynamic and lively place, benefiting from economic vitality, stable employment and an improved quality of life for its inhabitants.
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