Grande Dixence – A High-Alpine Adventure for Families
🗺️ Overview Starting point: Grande Dixence Dam (2,350m, after taking the lift) Arrival: Col de Roux (2,780m) – then descent to Cabane de Prafleuri and return Altitude gain: ~430m (+100 on the return) Duration: ~3-4 hours round trip Difficulty: Moderate Best season: Late summer (to avoid snow) Family-friendly: Yes, but best for fit hiker-parents, especially if carrying a child Key highlights: The massive Grande Dixence Dam , a flat lakeside section , moonlike landscapes , and a mountain hut stop Download GPS file The Grande Dixence Dam is truly “Grande” —one of the largest gravity dams in the Alps . Visiting the dam alone is already an experience, and for thrill-seekers, there’s even a zipline that flies across its front! But our goal was a hike along the lake , taking in the high-alpine scenery. A Challenging but Rewarding Family Hike This hike is doable w...