Mattmark Reservoir – Britannia Hut loop from Staudamm Mattmark

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Mattmark Reservoir – Britannia Hut loop from Staudamm Mattmark

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Mattmark Reservoir – Britannia Hut loop from Staudamm Mattmark

06:37

13.4km

840m

Mountaineering

Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 19, 2026

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Includes a segment that may be dangerous

A part of this route comprises technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.

After 2.22 km for 9.60 km

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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80 m

Mattmark Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

You can walk all the way around the lake and take the PostBus to the dam wall.

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276 m

Icicle Tunnel at the Mattmark Reservoir

Highlight • Cave

When you arrive at the reservoir on the side of the Mattmark restaurant, you should definitely walk a short distance along the east side to the tunnel and cross it. …

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2.65 km

View of Mattmark Reservoir

Highlight • Viewpoint

Great view of the lake from Schwarzbergchopf. Ascent directly from Mattmarksee or more simply from the Britanniahütte.

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4.14 km

Schwarzbergschopf Summit

Highlight • Summit

Beautiful viewpoint. Located on the Mattmark - Britanniahütte hiking trail.

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4.48 km

Glacier Trail Valais

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

A very easy glacier path, but still nice :) the view is fantastic, if the weather plays along. The ascent over the Schwarzbergkopf is a bit tedious, the way from the Beitanaahütte is easier.

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6.94 km

Britannia Hut

Highlight • Mountain Hut

The easiest way to reach the hut is by taking a light hike from the mountain station of the Felskinn cable car. The walk is easy to do in 45 …

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7.05 km

Hohlaub Glacier

Highlight • Natural

Wonderful tour up here. I was there in 2001 on a mountain training course of the Swiss army.

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7.38 km

Allalin Glacier

Highlight (Segment) • Natural Monument

Glacier for experienced hikers, with alpine experience. Very good to walk ... but beware! Glaciers are always dangerous, they are constantly changing! Be sure to stay on the path!

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