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Grimentz, Valais, Switzerland

The glacier and lake of the Moiry

A rewarding trip which takes you to one of the most amazing panoramic views over Val d'Anniviers and Val de Moiry.

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Difficulty: Moderate
Length: 12.2 miles / 19.7 km
Duration: Full day
 
Overview: This guide will lead you to the bluest lake you've ever seen, a summit with an enormous view over the valley Val d'Anniviers and one of the nicest glaciers.
It's a pretty big hike but it's realy worth it, the views are just great from the beginning to the end.


Tips: - Do not attempt the hike when the weather is not ideal, much snow will result in a dangerous trail.
- You can eat lunch at Cabane de Moiry, eating with a tremendous panorama
- When returning to the starting point you can also take the high trail back instead of the trail along the lake (lower path).

Points of Interest

Parking
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Starting point / Parking spot

The starting point of this hike is at the dam(barrage).
It is situated near Grimentz, follow direction "Lac de Moiry" until you reach a tunnel, go in it and you'll find a parking lot.
Viewpoint
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Barrage de Moiry

The barrage was build in 1958 and is 600m in length and 148m in height. The lake behind it is one of the most beautiful lakes you'll ever see.
Water
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Lac de Moiry

One of the nicest lakes in the world with it's tremendeous blue color. The barrage was build in 1958 and is 600m in length and 148m in height.
Mountain
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Corne de Sorebois (2895m)

From the Col and Corne de Sorebois you have a breathtaking view over the whole valley of Val d'Anniviers.
Food/Dining
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Cabane de Moiry (CAS) 2825m

This Cabane is situated above the Moiry glacier, from there you'll get an tremendous view over the glacier witch you can almost touch with your fingertips.
Junction
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Col de Sorebois

When you arrive at this junction you'll get overwhelmed by the view, it is really amazing!
Pictures in this guide taken by: unlivingsava
Reviews
unlivingsava
Very nice hike with many panoramic views. The lake itself is just one of the most beautiful lakes i've ever seen. From the summit Sorebois you get an amazing view over the valley, recommend it to everyone! At Cabane de Moiry the glacier looks so close. Really beautiful.
Visited on Aug 17, 2010

by unlivingsava on Jul 10, 2011

The glacier and lake of the Moiry Trail Map


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hi, i'm Sander from Belgium! I love to hike in the Swiss Alps ;-) so i hope you'll like the hikes and...

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