The Illgraben is a massive rocky cirque overlooking the Rhône Valley. It was formed by the collapse of the Illgraben mountain in the 14th century due to erosion. It is also one of the most active debris flow channels in the Swiss Alps: debris flows can be observed several times a year.
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Warning: Dizzying view at the edge of the Illgraben.
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Take the trail behind the Tourist Office. After about an hour and fifteen minutes of walking, you’ll arrive at the Illgraben, one of the largest glacial cirques in Europe. The breathtaking view and the sensations you experience from the edge of the Illgraben are definitely worth the detour! Continue the hike to the wooded Ponchèt alp, which has been restored to its historic state. |
