グリメンツの峡谷・トップ5

This route is definitely worth taking on the way to the Turtmann Hut. It's a very nice change from the road, which takes a long time to get to the reservoir anyway. It has a little element of surprise, as you don't necessarily expect it.

The valley is not accessible by road from its upper part and offers optimal conditions for peaceful walking and wildlife observation. The landscape has typical ice age features: glacial humps, moraines and so-called "Karmulden", i.e. cirque hollows formed by past glaciers.

It is notoriously one of the main geologically unstable regions of Switzerland. The Illgraben massif is made up of dolomite, limestone and quartzite. Several times a year, mudslides from the Illgraben make the Rhône murky until it reaches Lake Geneva, located 90 kilometers downstream.

From this location you will enjoy an excellent view of this beautiful, eroded valley, with layers of crumbly rock visible creating stunning colors. This valley is almost reminiscent of the distinct landscapes one might find somewhere like Iceland. Be sure to take a break here to let your brakes cool a bit before speeding back down the hillside.

Beautiful gorge.. this bridge helps to cross it

Majestic path on the descent that leads to Évène

The signposting in the car park for the VF is poor, the beginner's and hard routes start here after a fair hike. To start the intermediate part at the foot of the cliff go along the road a little first! So 3 parts in total: A) KS5 (E-), B) A/B (easy) & C) KS4 (D). 310m total & can get very busy in peak times. Not for beginners!

Mountain path through cliffs