The Verzasca Dam is an impressive sight and one of the highest dams in Switzerland, rising 220 metres above the Verzasca Valley. From this vantage point you will have a spectacular view of the dam's imposing concrete wall, which appeared in the opening scene of the James Bond film GoldenEye.

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August 28, 2025

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I spotted a number of red birds on the dam wall, apparently nesting there, which are completely unknown to me. Does anyone know more?

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Elevation 610 m

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Tuesday 24 March

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Max wind speed: 9.0 km/h

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