Mattmark Circular Walk
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Intermediate
2h30min
7996m
Loop
+57m
-43m
Description
The circuit around the Mattmark reservoir is a popular circular hike with a high alpine atmosphere. The path is also a welcomed change for joggers ...
The hike begins directly at the Restaurant Mattmark at the dam wall. First, the hiker goes through the pedestrian tunnel on the right side of the lake.
At the end of the reservoir is the Dischtelalp, from where the Monte Rosa route continues over the Monte Moro Pass (golden Madonna) towards Macugnaga. From Dischtelalp, the circular path follows a narrower trail on the left side of the lake back to the dam.
The reservoir, which was inaugurated in 1969, hides some historical stories and dramatic legends beneath its waters. These can be explored in the exhibition at the restaurant.
Transport
The Saastal valley is easily and conveniently accessible by car from all directions, whether from within Switzerland or from abroad. From the north you reach us via Bern through the Lötschberg car shuttle. From the east, you come over the Furka Pass or the Furka car shuttle. From the south we are reachable via the Simplon Pass or Simplon car shuttle, and from the west you drive via Lausanne along the Rhône Valley to Visp and then towards Saas-Fee. From Visp, drive south towards Saas-Fee. At the "Killerhof" roundabout near Stalden, take the second exit towards Saas-Fee. In Saas-Grund, turn left after the church towards Saas-Almagell.