Goillet Dam Lake – View of the Matterhorn loop from Breuil-Cervinia

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Goillet Dam Lake – View of the Matterhorn loop from Breuil-Cervinia

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Goillet Dam Lake – View of the Matterhorn loop from Breuil-Cervinia

02:41

17.6km

890m

Running

Hard run. 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: September 26, 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 6.63 km for 13 m

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Start point

Bus stop

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613 m

Start in front of Hotel Excelsior Planet

Highlight • Settlement

At the end of March in Cervinia after a snowfall there is nothing better than a jog at dawn through the whitewashed town and high sky.

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3.43 km

Porteiller Stream Waterfall

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Beautiful and refreshing waterfalls on the path that leads to the Duca degli Abruzzi refuge at Oriondé

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6.60 km

Duca degli Abruzzi Refuge at Oriondé

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The Oriondé Duca degli Abruzzi refuge was built and opened in 1929 by Aimé Maquignaz, one of the ancestors of the Maquignaz family.
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7.01 km

Trail to Plan de Maison

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There are three relatively narrow and mostly shallow glacier streams on the route that have to be crossed. This becomes particularly difficult and dangerous when heavy rain suddenly sets in. …

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11.6 km

Goillet Dam Lake

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A beautiful walk to the lake of the Goillett dam and the glacial lakes of the Cime Bianche enjoying the spectacular view of the Matterhorn and the Rosa.

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13.2 km

Goillet Reservoir

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A reservoir that was created by the meltwater from the surrounding mountains. The water is held and regulated with a dam. The water in the lake has a special blue color.

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15.1 km

View of the Matterhorn

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Beautiful view of the Italian side of the Matterhorn, climbing under the lifts of Cervinia

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17.3 km

Cervinia Village and View of the Matterhorn

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Cervinia is located under the imposing south face of the Matterhorn. This country offers all the services and entertainment for an active holiday. Near the center is a replica of …

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