Hiking duration
45 minutes
Mauvoisin Dam Trail
Mauvoisin Dam Trail
The Mauvoisin Dam, towering at 250 meters, is one of the most impressive structures in Switzerland. The route to reach it passes through a former 392-meter tunnel. Between rock, raw concrete, and cold light, the path retraces the major stages of its construction and immerses visitors in a unique atmosphere. Winding its way through an old tunnel, this educational trail guides you on your ascent. It not only explains the process of electricity production but also tells the story of the dam’s construction. From the very top of the dam, which features a different photography exhibition each summer, you’ll be treated to a breathtaking view: a lake, waterfalls, and mountains and valleys that stretch as far as the eye can see.
For the more adventurous, nearby hiking and enduro mountain biking routes offer a full immersion into the untamed wilderness.
Accessible by public transport with bus 12.253 from Le Châble. The line is served on weekends from June 6th, then every day from June 29th to September 27th.
Distance
2.1 km
Elevation
+141 m / –141 m
Lignes
12.253
Le Châble VS → Mauvoisin
Informations
Correspondance
12.253 Le Châble VS → Mauvoisin, recommended departure at 09:45 – arrival at 10:30 in Mauvoisin 12.253 Mauvoisin -> Le Châble VS, departure at 3:58 PM from Mauvoisin – arrival at 4:43 PM in Le Châble with the RegionalAlps train from 09:42 in Orsières (departure from Martigny at 09:17) and 17:46 to Martigny.
Tarifs transport
CHF 32
Adult (full fare), round-trip bus Le Châble-Mauvoisin
CHF 16.00
Child and half fare, round-trip bus Le Châble-Mauvoisin
Additional information
Free parking in Le Châble or connections to RegionAlps trains departing from Martigny. The Verbier Tourist Office offers a tour of the dam every Thursday in July and August. More info: bit.ly/visite-mauvoisin
