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Mattmark Reservoir – Zermeiggern Chapel loop from Saas-Almagell

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Mattmark Reservoir – Zermeiggern Chapel loop from Saas-Almagell

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Mattmark Reservoir – Zermeiggern Chapel loop from Saas-Almagell

01:47

6.32km

140m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 29, 2026

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Start point

Bus stop

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115 m

Mattmark Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

South of the Saas Valley lies Europe's largest earth dam, the Mattmark Dam. Used to generate electricity, this reservoir is a true powerhouse, fascinating not only for its technical details but also for its wildly romantic setting.

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151 m

Playground and Duck Pond in Saas-Almagell

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This beautiful and well-kept duck and fish pond and this very nice playground are located near the center of the village. Families with children will certainly not get bored here!

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310 m

Parking at Talstraße, Saas-Almagell

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1.68 km

Zermeiggern Miniature Village

Highlight • Structure

The miniature replica of the hamlet “Zermeiggern”, which was demolished in 1960.

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4.84 km

Zermeiggern Chapel

Highlight • Religious Site

The Zermeiggern Chapel also serves as a memorial site where those who died in the Mattmark disaster are commemorated.

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5.40 km

Grill and Picnic Area by the Pond, Saas Almagell

Highlight • Rest Area

A large rest area with plenty of seating, several grill stations, ponds and bridges.
Particularly recommended in summer because of the shade.
This idyllic place can be found behind the exit from Saas Almagell.

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6.07 km

Furggstalden Chairlift

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2-seater chairlift from Saas-Almagell to Furggstalden

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6.32 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.64 km

1.94 km

513 m

232 m

Surfaces

3.75 km

1.99 km

322 m

120 m

114 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (1,810 m)

Lowest point (1,670 m)

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Saturday 4 July

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Mattmark Reservoir – Zermeiggern Chapel loop from Saas-Almagell

Mattmark Reservoir

Playground and Duck Pond in Saas-Almagell

Parking at Talstraße, Saas-Almagell

Zermeiggern Miniature Village

Zermeiggern Chapel

Grill and Picnic Area by the Pond, Saas Almagell

Furggstalden Chairlift

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