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Blue Lake – View of the Arolla Glacier loop from La Gouille

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Blue Lake – View of the Arolla Glacier loop from La Gouille

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Blue Lake – View of the Arolla Glacier loop from La Gouille

04:40

12.8km

580m

Hiking

Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 13, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment that may be dangerous

A part of this route comprises technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.

After 6.13 km for 156 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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101 m

La Gouille — Village and Pond

Highlight • Settlement

It's a steep but magnificent climb

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1.38 km

Blue Lake

Highlight • Lake

Beautiful, blue shining mountain lake ... unfortunately totally overcrowded in high season. But still worth seeing.

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3.47 km

Glacier View on Chemin Difficile

Highlight • Viewpoint

Marked as "Chemin difficile". Good surefootedness required, some extremely narrow and some with climbing aids.

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5.65 km

View of the Arolla Glacier

Highlight • Viewpoint

Arolla an oasis in the Alps

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5.65 km

Buvette La Chotte de Tsijiore Nouve

Highlight • Mountain Hut

Small self-service to freshen up with a wonderful view.

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9.51 km

La Monta Suspension Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

The Pont de la Monta allows you to cross the Borgne in the Val d’Hérens. The 75-metre footbridge offers magnificent views along the valley.

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10.8 km

Rest area in Val d’Hérens

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A cozy spot for a break in the Val d'Hérens. Enjoy the peace and quiet, treat yourself to a snack, and let your gaze wander over the picturesque landscape.

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12.6 km

Bar & Hotel du Lac Bleu

Highlight • Mountain Hut

A hotel, bar and bistro located a short distance from Lac Bleu, one of the most beautiful and popular lakes in the region. It's a great place to sit on …

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12.8 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.49 km

3.77 km

3.02 km

926 m

382 m

162 m

Surfaces

6.78 km

4.49 km

604 m

553 m

162 m

143 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (2,170 m)

Lowest point (1,810 m)

Weather

Tuesday 7 July

19°C

8°C

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Blue Lake – View of the Arolla Glacier loop from La Gouille

La Gouille — Village and Pond

Blue Lake

Glacier View on Chemin Difficile

View of the Arolla Glacier

Buvette La Chotte de Tsijiore Nouve

La Monta Suspension Bridge

Rest area in Val d’Hérens

Bar & Hotel du Lac Bleu

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