Keep a day free and strap on your snowshoes for an amazing guided hike into the Zinal Glacier ! A unique winter experience!
At 2½ hours’ walking distance from Zinal, the Zinal glacier originates from the encounter of 3 glaciers:
- The Grand Cornier glacier
- The Durand glacier
- The Mountet glacier
The glacier offers some natural caves carved by the stream flowing out. Access is not possible in summer, but in winter snow-shoes hikes are organized on a regular basis.
The hike takes 5 hours with 500 m height difference, on about 11 km, only in good weather conditions.
Car Park : Cross Zinal and reach the Plats de la Lée car park (toll parking)
Public transport: Plats de La Lée bus stop.
| Useful information | This natural gem is located in an unsecured area that can be dangerous. Consequently, Anniviers Tourisme advises against unsupervised outings. Our official mountain guides and hiking guides are available to lead you in safe conditions (dates listed below). | |
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| Location View map | Zinal Glacier de Zinal CH-3961 Zinal | |
| Information about the activity | +41 27 476 17 05 zinal@anniviers.ch www.valdanniviers.ch | |
| Website(s) | Watch the video |
